Joybound Around Town On Broadway
Join us on September 14 for our FREE annual Pet Festival & Paw-rade pet Walk at Broadway Plaza!
Social Events
Whether it’s a family game night or a holiday photoshoot with your pet, you’re invited to swing by and join the fun!
Adoption Events
Mobile adoption events bring adorable, adoptable animals out to your neck of the woods. See you there!
Upcoming Events
From mobile pet adoptions across Contra Costa County to Community Solutions assistance, Joybound hosts a wide variety of events that will get your tail wagging! Check out our calendar below for all our upcoming events.
Virtual Workshop: Litter Box Learning
Virtual EventIn this 45-minute virtual workshop, learn how to set your cat up for litter box success. We’ll cover ideal litter box setups, common issues, and tips for preventing accidents. Perfect for both new and experienced cat owners looking to create …
Virtual Workshop: Co-Operative Care
Virtual EventTogether in this 45-minute virtual workshop, discover how to help your pet feel more comfortable with grooming, vet visits, and handling. We’ll explore techniques to build trust and encourage your pet to willingly participate in their own care. Event Details …
Team Trivia Night
Joybound People & Pets 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, California, United StatesJoin us on the first Wednesday of the month for a night of fun at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters! That includes trivia, Pictionary, games, and more fun, friendly (and only-somewhat competitive) match-ups. Invite your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors to …
Mobile Adoptions at Headlands Brewing (Lafayette)
Headlands Brewing (Lafayette) 3420 Mount Diablo Blvd Suite A, Lafayette, California, United StatesWith stops at local parks, shopping centers, and community events, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. Every mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal …
Camp Joybound (Summer Week 3)
Joybound People & Pets 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, California, United StatesLet’s inspire the next generation of animal lovers! We’re welcoming students ages 10-14 years old to Camp Joybound! This award-winning, weeklong camp at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters introduces students to veterinary medicine and animal care, providing hands-on experience with dogs …
Mobile Adoptions at the Veranda Shopping Center
With stops at local parks, shopping centers, and community events, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. Every mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal …
Paws for Ice Cream
Joybound People & Pets 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, California, United StatesCool off in the summer heat with some delicious ice cream at Joybound! Our adoption team will be serving scoops of ice cream, courtesy of our friends at Baskin Robbins. Event Details Date & Time Tickets Participation is free. Location …
Community Movie Night: 101 Dalmatians
Joybound People & Pets 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, California, United StatesWe are excited to share special screenings of your favorite animal-themed films! All are welcome at this community film night. Free popcorn will be available and drinks will be for sale. Free ice cream will be available before the films, …
Free Pet Vaccinations & Microchips at Antioch Animal Services
Antioch Animal Services 300 L Street, Antioch, California, United StatesEvent Details Date & Time Services begin at 8 am and are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Space fills up quickly, so we advise clients to arrive early. Location .stk-5phdq54 .stk-block-map__canvas, .stk-5phdq54 iframe{height:250px !important;}[googlemaps https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Antioch Animal Services&t=&z=13&ie=UTF8&output=embed&w=425&h=350] Please Note Pet …
Joybound Onsite Tours
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Joybound! An informative volunteer docent or staff member will guide you through parts of Joybound not open to the public, including our clinic, dental suite, and newly-constructed animal care expansion. Learn about our history, rescue …
Mobile Adoptions at the Streets of Brentwood Shopping Center
AMC Brentwood 14 2525 Sand Creek Rd, Brentwood, California, United StatesWith stops at local parks, shopping centers, and community events, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. Every mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal …
Mobile Adoptions at Del Cielo Brewing Company
Del Cielo Brewing Company 701 Escobar St A, Martinez, California, United StatesWith stops at local parks, shopping centers, and community events, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. Every mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal …
Pet Loss Support Meeting
Joybound People & Pets 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, California, United StatesSign up for an upcoming session using the link below: Event Details Date & Time Location Please Note Upcoming Community Solutions Events Other Grief Support Services
Mobile Adoptions at Locust Street Festival (Walnut Creek)
Locust Street Festival Locust Street (between Mt. Diablo Blvd and Bonanza St., and Bonanza St. to Civic Drive) and Cypress Street (between N. California Blvd. and Commercial Lane)., Walnut Creek, California, United StatesWith stops at local parks, shopping centers, and community events, we make it easy and convenient to find your perfect furry companion. Every mobile adoption event is staffed with knowledgeable team members who can help match you with the ideal …
Paws for Ice Cream
Joybound People & Pets 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, California, United StatesCool off in the summer heat with some delicious ice cream at Joybound! Our adoption team will be serving scoops of ice cream, courtesy of our friends at Baskin Robbins. Event Details Date & Time Tickets Participation is free. Location …
Event Opportunities
Fundraise for the Animals
Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or other special event by accepting gifts for the animals.
Event and Tour Requests
Request a speaker or representative for your event, or request a tour for your group of our beautiful campus.
Event Sponsorship
Partner with us to elevate the event and your business and brand. Join us as an event sponsor and showcase your commitment to the community.
Annual Events
Unleash the LOVE Festival & Adopt-a-thon
February 8, 2025: Celebrate all things LOVE with adorable animals, food trucks, free ice cream, face-painting, music, giveaways, and more. In addition to Joybound’s adoptable animals, we host fellow animal rescue groups with their own adoptable dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens ready to join loving families.
Unleash Happiness Celebration
June 7, 2025: A paws-itively unforgettable evening of tail-wagging fun and purr-worthy delights! Join us for an evening of FUN and JOY, as well as dancing, supporting Joybound People & Pets! Enjoy incredible cocktails, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, a decadent seated dinner, dessert, and a specialty chocolate experience that’s not to be missed!
Joybound Speaker Series
June 20, 2024: Joybound is thrilled to have hosted Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) CEO Steven Feldman to share first-of-its-kind research about how the human-animal bond and the pet care ecosystem is experienced among pet guardians of color.
Joybound Around Town on Broadway
September 14, 2025: Get ready for a day packed with live music, the always-adorable Paw-rade Walk, the Pet Wellness Festival, costume contests, and plenty of fun for people and pets alike.
