Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 1 pm | Olga Mural Field at Schoonover Stadium
Please email a copy of your completed waiver to athleticsmarketing@kent.edu to secure your dog a spot!
Join us at Schoonover Stadium as the Golden Flashes host their first Bark in the Park! Dogs in attendance will receive a free KSU Dog Bowl (while supplies last) upon arrival.
Details and information on facts and rules/regulations can be found below.
Dog Day Rules & Regulations:
All dogs must have a valid license tag and a valid rabies vaccine.
All dog owners must bring a copy of your dog's vaccination records.
Dogs and owners must remain in designated "doggie" area throughout the event. Seating during the event will be in the Third Base Tent. If you would like to access restrooms, concessions, or general seating area, please make sure to bring an adult friend that can stay with your dog.
All dogs must be on a leash with an adult at all times. Retractable leashes and those longer than 10' are not permitted.
All participants must have a completed waiver. You must email your completed waiver to athleticsmarketing@kent.edu.
Each dog must be accompanied by at least one adult owner over the age of 18.
Kent State University reserves the right to determine whether a dog and its owner are an acceptable participant for Bark in the Park.
Participants are expected to practice responsible pet ownership. Please do not bring your dog if it is unpredictable in crowds, with other dogs or strangers.
Kent State University reserves the right to ask owner and dog to leave the area due to behavior difficulties involving the dog, dog health concerns, crowd size, failure to follow any established facility policies, or failure to follow any Bark in the Park policies. Dogs that become disruptive to the game of baseball (as deemed by Event Management, team coaches, umpires, or officials) may be asked to leave.
There will be a designated area, in the grass area by the entrance to the Third Base Tent, for dogs to relieve themselves while attending the event. Please come prepared to clean up after your dog.
Only a limited number of dogs will be permitted to participate in this event, so please register early.
Bark in the Park FAQ
Q: Is my dog right for this event?
A: Yes, if your dog:
Is old enough to be around other dogs and people (at least 4 months of age)
Is up to date on all required vaccinations
Does well on-leash and is not overly aggressive towards other dogs
Is friendly toward humans
Is a Kent State fan!
Probably not, if your dog:
Is still too young to mix with a big crowd (under 4 months)
Has aggressive tendencies towards other dogs or humans while on-leash
Is exhibiting any signs of illness close to the day of the game (i.e., cough, nasal discharge, lethargy, diarrhea, etc.). These symptoms can be signs of potentially infectious illnesses, and it would probably be best for your dog as well as the other dogs in attendance, if they did not attend.
Q: Where can I sit?
A: Dogs and owners must remain in designated "doggie" areas throughout the event. Seating during the event will be in the Third Base Tent. If you would like to access human restrooms, concessions, or general seating area, please make sure to bring an adult friend that can stay with your dog.
Q: How many dogs can I bring?
A: Only one dog is permitted per adult. If you would like to bring two dogs, there must be two registered adults.
Q: Where can my dog go to the restroom?
A: There will be a designated area, outside the gate by the Third Base Tent, for dogs to relieve themselves while attending the event. Please come prepared to clean up after your dog.
Q: Where can I get water for my dog?
A: There will be water available for your dogs near the seating area.
Q: What types of leashes are permitted?
A: No retractable leashes or leashes that are longer than 10 feet will be allowed.
