Dog Events in Austinville, VA

This 5K event supports drug and alcohol treatment, allowing participants to walk or run with a dog. The theme of this year's event celebrates movies and theater, reflecting Maddie's passion for films, theater, and acting. The event will feature an out-and-back course on the Muddy Creek Greenway, along with activities like a raffle, awards presentation, snacks and a silent auction.

On a select Saturday each month, this dog-friendly art festival features dozens of juried artists and craftspeople showcasing handmade jewelry, pottery, fiber art, glass, photography, paintings and more along Park Avenue. The event also offers Paws in the Park, a designated area with chairs, water and treats where dogs can cool down and relax. The event takes place rain or shine.

This pet-friendly service celebrates animal companions with personal blessings from Pastor Jeff. Guests can meet adoptable dogs from Faith Hope & Love Rescue and bring their own pets for a blessing. Pets must remain leashed or secured in a carrier. Photos of animals unable to attend can also be brought for a blessing.

Guests and their pets are welcome to gather in the outdoor courtyard to receive a special blessing. All pets are welcome. Please ensure they're friendly and leashed/secured. Guests may also bring photos and or favorite toys for those pets who they've lost.

Leashed dogs are welcome for a fun day out! Enjoy the Riverside Taphouse Beer Garden craft beers, ciders, and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages while your dogs strut their stuff in exciting dog activities. Explore a variety of pet vendors, grab delicious bites from food trucks and soak up a lively community atmosphere.

All dog breeds are invited to this annual event. There will be raffles, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, games, vendors, live music and more!

Let your pup socialize, play and make new pals while you connect with fellow dog lovers in the community. Enjoy a safe and friendly environment with drinking water provided to keep pets happy and hydrated. Owners must bring proof of rabies vaccination, clean up after their pet, and ensure Fido wears an appropriate collar.

This annual Wiener Dog races invite pups of all ages to compete in divisions for puppies, juniors, adults, seniors, special-needs dogs and mixed breeds. Dogs race in heats on a 25- to 35-foot track, with winners advancing to semifinals and division champions receiving awards. Dogs must be at least 4 months old. Owners may use treats or favorite toys to encourage their dogs, but cannot touch them while they're racing.

Celebrate fall Bavarian-style with Fido at this annual event! Leashed dogs are welcome, but aren't allowed on the deck or inside the lodge. This family-friendly festival offers live music, traditional Bavarian food and beer, arts and crafts vendors, and fun activities for all ages, including hayrides, bounce houses, pumpkin bowling, and water balloon tosses. Admission, parking and shuttle service are free.

Celebrate the season and harvest with Fido at this annual party, featuring live music all day and food trucks. Leashed dogs are welcome both inside and outside!

Wander through downtown Roanoke with Fido for three days and try your hand at endless outdoor activities. Test drive a bike, demo a stand-up paddleboard, learn to fly cast, join a race, and sample craft beer all in one afternoon. Not all activities are dog friendly, so be sure to double-check before participating.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this community celebration honoring a historic soda brand with live music, local vendors, food trucks, family activities, and a kids area, along with complimentary product samples, limited-edition shirts, and other giveaways while supplies last.

Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome in the general admission area of live music concerts and festivals throughout the summer in a unique setting by the Roanoke River at the base of Mill Mountain. Food and beverages are cash only and there's an ATM on site. Bring your own lawn chair and blankets or rent a chair at the event. All events are rain or shine and subject to change. See website for a complete listing.

Put on your favorite costume and join Guilford County Animal Resources for a spooktacular trick-or-treat event where both dogs and their humans are invited to enjoy treats! This family- and pet-friendly celebration promises a fun-filled day of festive activities, making it the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with your furry friends.

This dog-friendly Halloween event invites pups and their people to dress in costume, collect candy and pet treats, and shop handmade pet bandanas. Guests can enjoy dirty sodas, coffee, hot chocolate and other drinks while browsing jewelry from The Sparking Hour and learning about dog training and activities from Firefly K9.

The parade is free and open to all well-behaved pets and their humans! Participants can compete for cash prizes and local gift certificates in fun categories.

Bring Fido to this annual celebration featuring live music, traditional crafts, demonstrations, food, games and activities for all ages. Visitors can explore the farm park, watch demonstrations of old-fashioned skills and enjoy seasonal entertainment throughout the festival.

This dog-friendly Halloween festival features an afternoon of spooky fun for the whole family! Highlights include games and activities in Memorial Park, downtown trick-or-treating, the famous Monster March costume parade along Main Street and a costume contest.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this beloved autumn tradition set at the scenic base of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Held over six fall weekends, the celebration blends classic farm charm with festive fun. Explore 10 acres of pumpkins, wander through a 5‑acre corn maze, and embark on hayrides to the patch. Seasonal treats like kettle corn, cider, ice cream, and local beer and wine add to the festive flavors. The event will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 4 PM until 8 PM, and Saturday and Sundays from 10 AM until 5 PM.

The whole family, including your four-legged friend, is invited to partake in this annual un-timed fun run! Registration, coffee and donuts will begin at 7:00 AM, with the race stepping off at 8:00 AM. Participants are encouraged to stick around for the post-race gathering featuring local vendors. Walkers with strollers and dogs are asked to start at the back.