Midwest Critter Fest
May 28-31, 2026
Misthaven Resort
Peru, Indiana
campground checkin = noon & checkout=11am
(No one under 18 years of age will be admitted)
Admission $25 plus camping or day pass fee purchased through the Misthaven website). Membership to the Campgrounds is waved for the event! Tickets and Camping are limited.
Midwest Critter Fest 2025 – Where Every Critter Belongs!
Saddles, feathers, hooves, collars, and paws — oh my!
Midwest Critter Fest 2025 is galloping your way this May, and you won’t want to miss it! Join critters, primals, handlers, leatherfolk and littles from across the region for a weekend full of competitions, experiences and heartwarming moments that celebrate the incredible diversity of our community. This event is all about celebrating authenticity, connection and critter joy. Come make memories, meet new friends and find your pack, herd, or burrow!
Main Events-
Pup and Pony based competition:
Pup Classes (competitions)
- Blindfolded Herding
- Freestyle
- Obedience
- Disc Pet
- Sled Pull
- Dock Diving
- Agility
- Showmanship
Pony Classes (competitions)
- Pole Bending
- Barrel Racing
- Blindfolded Cart Course
- Sled Pull
- Confirmation
- Reining
- Dressage
- Hunter Jumper
All ages Talent Show
2 Primal Events (Fox Hunts) (Service Donated by Indianapolis Primal)
County Fair Shows (Cats, Cows, Pigs, Pocket Pets, Exotics)
Education (Check back later for an updated class list)
Experiences- (Additional sponsorship spots are available)
Vet Tent (Sponsored by Ohio Leather Society, Service Donated by Head Vet Pig Daddy Josey)
Grooming Station and Bootblacking (Service Donated by Lucian Raven-Midwest Master 2025)
Wash Rack
Stalls, Stables, and Boarding
Pet Adoptions (Sponsored by House Exemplar)
Mock Betting
Little Scouts Badge (Service Donated by Little Scouts Satellite Troop #12191)
Greased Pig Chase
Play Space
Kissing Booth (Sponsored by Moocifer)
Vendors (Check back later for list of vendors)
Raffle Baskets
Morning Cafe
Campfire Socials
