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# Free Petco Events: Pet Treats, Costume Fun & Santa Photos
- URL: https://www.womensavings.com/free-petco-events-treats-samples-santa-photos/
- Published: 2026-10-22T15:07:56.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-22T15:07:56.000Z
- Description: Petco is hosting free in-store events from October to December, with treats, tastings, costume fun and photos with Santa.
- Author: Kyle Freebie Hunter
- Tags: Free Samples, Pets, Petco, #auto

If your pet is part of the family, this one is for you. Petco is hosting free in-store events through October, November and December, with treats, food tastings, costume fun and photo ops for your furry friend.

## What You Can Get

- **Every Saturday, 1 to 1:30 pm:** free puppy playtime
- **October 17 to 31:** trick-or-treat in store, with a free treat when you bring your pup in costume or pick out a new one
- **October 24:** Petcoween portraits and a free treat all day, plus a Hill's fresh dog food sample from 2 to 4 pm
- **October 25, 2 to 4 pm:** free Champion dog food tasting
- **November 14:** Blue Buffalo food tasting with free samples for dogs and cats
- **November 21 and 22:** "Petsgiving" tastings of fresh-frozen nutrition, freeze-dried raw bites and meal toppers from brands like Hill's, Ollie and Badlands Ranch
- **December 12:** free photo for your pet with Santa
- **All month:** a hide-and-seek cat game in store with a prize to find
- **Every day:** free visits to the Petco Zoo to see reptiles, fish and furry and feathered friends

Adoption events are also listed for November 7 and December 5.

## Who Qualifies

Pet families are welcome to stop by. Puppy playtime is for pups 8 weeks to 6 months old, and proof of vaccines is required.

## How to Get It

1. Use the official page to find your local Petco.
2. Check which events your store is hosting.
3. Bring your pet (and a camera) on the event date, with vaccine proof for puppy playtime.

## Deadline

Events run from October through December. The dated events above end with Santa photos on December 12.

## Important Details

Events may vary by location, so confirm with your store before you go. Petco also mentions a free Petco Perks account or Perks Premier membership during Black Friday. New Perks Premier members get $10 in Petco Cash when they sign up a dog or cat, and $5 for a small companion animal. Activate offers in the Petco app or online.

## Official Link

[See Petco Events Near You](https://on.ltk.com/+Wxh8V3InBXqXoGwR7j-Oag?ref=womensavings.com)

## Editor's Note

Call or check your local store a day or two ahead. Sample supplies and event details can differ by location, and a quick check saves you a wasted trip.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Are the Petco events really free?

Yes, the events listed, including treats, tastings, Santa photos and Petco Zoo visits, are free. Check your local store for details.

### When is the Petco Santa photo event?

Pets can join Santa for a free photo on December 12\. Confirm timing with your local Petco.

### What are the rules for free puppy playtime?

Puppy playtime is every Saturday from 1 to 1:30 pm for pups 8 weeks to 6 months old. Proof of vaccines is required.

### How do I find a Petco near me?

Use the official link in this article to find your local store and see which events it is hosting.

*WomenSavings.com is not affiliated with the brands mentioned. Offers can end early or change, so always check the official page for the latest details.*