Top Dog Events Worldwide

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners who are as crazy about their pets as you, there’s no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. Attend any of the dog shows, agility competitions, costume parades, festivals or fundraisers on our Dog Events Calendar and you’ll meet, hundreds maybe even thousands, of dog lovers. And since 70% of the events listed benefit humane societies, attending one is a great way to help homeless pets too.

Pet Friendly Yappy Hour at Pleasant Ridge Park
Yappy Hour at Pleasant Ridge Park You and Fido are invited to join the Lexington Parks Department for an evening event filled with fun and exercise! The gathering will include food trucks, live music, cold beer, frozen treats, and a variety of dog-related vendors. See Details
Pet Friendly Doggie Pawlooza
Doggie Pawlooza Enjoy an outdoor celebration dedicated to dogs and their humans with activities, games, and plenty of tail-wagging fun for all ages. Guests can take part in individual dog blessings, a festive dog parade, prize drawings, and interactive experiences including a kissing booth and photo area. The event also features pet adoption resources, training and grooming information, veterinary guidance, treats, bandanas, temporary tattoos, and food available for purchase. See Details
Realtors, Rescues, and Cornhole: Battle of the Brokerages Bring Fido to this networking night featuring live music, cornhole, vendors, and community connection. Guests can bring their pups along while enjoying a casual evening designed for socializing, friendly competition, and giving back. There will also be prizes and giveaways! See Details
Jurassic Bark: A Dog-Friendly Yappy Hour Enjoy a themed social hour where you and your pup can relax together and take part in fun activities and photo opportunities. Guests can enjoy drink specials while dogs are welcome to join for treats, giveaways, and interactive surprises. Plus, chances to win prizes! See Details
Sip and Paint a Pet Portrait Fun at Barking Dog On select dates, guests can bring Fido and paint a portrait of him! Artist Michele Cahill will help each pet parent masterfully paint their best canine friend. Please note that you must register in advance and email a picture of your dog to Michele prior to attending. See Details
Fridays in the Grove: Wag n Walk Take a 1.6-mile walk around the District56 Preserve with your leashed pup and enjoy a variety of dog-centered activities! Pet Club will be on site with complimentary doggy goodie bags! See Details
Annual Party on the Porch Held on the porch with live music from local band Grand Central Station, the evening features free pizza and ice cream, drinks available for purchase, and a 50/50 raffle, all set against a laid-back, family-friendly backdrop. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a night of great music, food, and community spirit. See Details
MedVet Asheville Open House Guests and pups are invited to explore the veterinary hospital with behind-the-scenes tours, meet the specialty care team, and enjoy complimentary food and drinks. Family-friendly activities include a "Doctor for a Day" experience for kids, raffles, giveaways, and opportunities to win pet-themed prizes. Attendees can also take part in a professional family and pet photo session. See Details
Bark in the Park with RoughRiders Bring your furry four-legged friend to a RoughRiders baseball game and enjoy the H-E-B Family lawn. Dogs are admitted for free with a human who has a ticket! Games are held on April 9, April 25, May 10 and June 20. See Details
Piper's Walk Kickoff Piper's Walk is returning to the community! Come celebrate dog seatbelt safety and pre-register for the main event. Goody bags, giveaways, adventure and seatbelt resources, and more! See Details
Annual Dog Mountain Founders Celebration Dog Party Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, hosts this annual event in honor of the lives and loves of Dog Mountain’s visionaries, Stephen and Gwen Huneck. Come and celebrate with your pups! Fun-filled activities are planned, and there's plenty of room to run, romp and play. Visiting families and their dogs can enjoy Dog Mountain’s open leash policy from the hills, ponds, and pastures, to the whimsical art gallery. This event will be held rain or shine. See Details
Newburyport Dog Bash This lively, dog-friendly celebration invites you and Fido for a fun-filled afternoon featuring craft beer, delicious food, live music, local vendors and family-friendly activities. See Details
Pet Walk Milwaukee Grab Fido's leash and join this annual family-friendly race and festival to raise funds for a great cause. The morning includes a walk through the park, and a fun festival featuring live entertainment, pet costume contest and talent show contests, live music, a lure course, food and merchandise vendors, giveaways, photo ops, and more! See Details
Bulldogs, Bagels & Coffee Join TheDogBFF Social Club members & guests, for a morning meet up with Fido! The gathering will take place on the patio area. Meet other dog lovers in the community over breakfast and coffee. Vio Med Spa will also be on site. See Details
Bark, Brew & Breathe at Zoomies Pet Cafe Bring Fido and your yoga mat, and enjoy a mindful morning with your pup! Guests will enjoy $5 off anything at the cafe after class. Please RSVP. See Details
Tampa Bay Juneteenth Festival Bring Fido and the family out to this cultural holiday celebration! There will be live music, a kids zone, food vendors, marketplace vendors, resource booths, games and more. Your pup can join you while you celebrate the holiday, just come prepared with water and waste bags. See Details
Chase Away Canine Cancer - Dirty Dog 5K Bring Fido with you to get some exercise and support a worthwhile cause at this event! You can enjoy visiting local vendors in the Bark City Festival Vendor Village after the race, as well as several food trucks and more. Doggie participants will receive a bandana. Proceeds from this event will benefit local adoption agencies, shelters and charities. See Details
Soundgrowler Pet Market Dogs are welcome in the outdoor patio area of this fun event featuring local artists and vendors. They'll have a selection of handmade goods, including stylish bandanas, creative toys, crocheted items and tasty treats for your furry friends. The event is rain or shine. See Details
Annual Woofstock Festival Medicine Park, Oklahoma's first cobblestone resort town, provides a unique and charming backdrop for this event! Hosted by the Comanche County Pet Resource Foundation, guests and their leashed pups can enjoy an exciting day with various activities, including a pet costume contest, the Best Dog Dad contest, dog limbo and Scooby Says contests, pet portraits with Movement Photography and pet painting with Stepping Stone Pet Spa, live music with Dani Carson and Therapy Dogs with Paws With Love, animal reiki and pet chiropractor services, vendors and arts and crafts with Bug's Craft Corner, and more! See Details
Dogs & Dolphins Cruise On select dates, take Fido a one-of-a-kind dog and dolphin encounter on this interactive tour, where pups and dolphins meet in a safe and controlled environment. Hosted by Captain Christian, this unique event offers guests the chance to witness these intelligent animals engaging with each other. A dolphin sighting is guaranteed, or your next trip is free! Beverages and snacks are available for purchase on board. Participants must be at least 21 years old. See Details