Pints for Paws
Craft Beer, Community, and Second Chances
Pints for Paws is a brand new annual event hosted by the Caroline County Humane Society that brings together local breweries, small businesses, and animal lovers for an afternoon of great drinks, food, music, and community.
Held at The Cow Barn in Ridgely, Maryland, this relaxed summer event features a lively Beer Garden tasting experience, along with vendors, food trucks, and a family-friendly festival atmosphere.
Guests will have the opportunity to sample beverages from local craft breweries while enjoying live music, exploring local vendors, and learning more about the work being done to support animals in our community.
Funds raised through Pints for Paws help support:
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Medical care for shelter animals
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Food and daily care
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Shelter enrichment and behavioral support
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Community programs that help keep pets with their families
Most importantly, Pints for Paws is a chance for the community to come together, celebrate local businesses, and support a cause that helps animals find safe and loving homes.
What to Expect
Pints for Paws is designed to be a relaxed, fun afternoon for the whole community.
When you attend, you can expect:
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A Beer Garden tasting experience featuring local breweries and wineries
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Live music throughout the afternoon
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A variety of food trucks offering great food
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A vendor marketplace featuring local businesses and artisans
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A family-friendly outdoor festival area open to guests of all ages
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Opportunities to learn more about the animals and programs at Caroline County Humane Society
Whether you come for the craft beverages, the food, the shopping, or simply to support the animals, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Get Involved
There are several ways to be part of Pints for Paws. Whether you're a craft brewery, a food vendor, or a local business, your participation helps make this event a success while supporting the animals at Caroline County Humane Society.
Breweries & Wineries
The heart of Pints for Paws is our Beer Garden tasting area, featuring a selection of local craft breweries and wineries.
Participating breweries will have a dedicated space inside the Cow Barn where they can offer samples and connect with event attendees throughout the afternoon.
Pints for Paws provides an opportunity for breweries to:
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Showcase their craft beverages to a local audience
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Connect with new customers and fellow community members
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Support a local nonprofit organization and the animals we serve
We are inviting a select group of breweries and wineries to participate in the Beer Garden tasting experience.
Food Trucks
Great food is an important part of the Pints for Paws experience.
Food trucks will be located in the outdoor festival area, offering a variety of options for guests to enjoy throughout the event.
Participating food vendors will have the opportunity to serve a large crowd of attendees while being part of a fun and energetic community event.
Vendors
Great food is an important part of the Pints for Paws experience.
Local vendors are an important part of the Pints for Paws festival atmosphere.
We welcome artisans, small businesses, pet-related vendors, and community organizations who would like to share their products or services with attendees.
Vendor spaces are located in the outdoor festival area and provide a great opportunity to connect with community members while supporting a meaningful cause.
Food trucks will be located in the outdoor festival area, offering a variety of options for guests to enjoy throughout the event.
Participating food vendors will have the opportunity to serve a large crowd of attendees while being part of a fun and energetic community event.
Ticket Options
Beer Garden Ticket — $25
(21+ Only)
This ticket includes:
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Entry into the Beer Garden tasting area
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12 tasting tickets for beverage samples
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Access to the outdoor festival area with vendors, food trucks, and live music
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A discounted commemorative event T-shirt for $15 (regular price $25)
Additional tasting tickets will be available for purchase during the event.
Important:
All Beer Garden ticket holders must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid ID at check-in. All alcohol servers at the event are Tip Certified.
Festival Area Ticket — $10 Adults / $5 Kids (3+)
This ticket provides access to the outdoor festival area, which includes:
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Food trucks
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Vendor marketplace
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Live music
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Family-friendly activities
Children under 3 are free.
Whether you're coming for the craft beverages, the food trucks, the shopping, or simply to support a great cause, we hope you'll be part of the first Pints for Paws. Together we can celebrate local businesses, enjoy a great afternoon, and help provide care and second chances for the animals at Caroline County Humane Society
