Woofstock 2026 to bring music, food and community together June 13

Hosted by WDOG 105.9, the festival invites nonprofit organizations to get involved

Organizers are inviting nonprofit organizations to set up at the event and showcase their services and programs to the community.

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Published April 22, 2026 - 8:37 a.m.

Woofstock 2026, a free festival celebrating nonprofit organizations, will be held Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Tuscora Park in New Philadelphia.

The event will open with remarks from the mayors of Dover and New Philadelphia. Attractions will include the Balloonatik, food from the Tuscora Park concession stand, games, prizes and four classic rock bands performing throughout the day.

Organizers are inviting nonprofit organizations to set up at the event and showcase their services and programs to the community.

Woofstock is presented by WDOG 105.9. Nonprofits interested in participating may email baddog1059@outlook.com for more information.

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