Dog Events in Braidwood, IL

Bring Fido to Chicago’s premier pet-friendly black tie gala! Set at the legendary Drake Hotel, guests and their canine companions walk the red carpet, participate in live and silent auctions, and enjoy a dinner buffet and dancing. Four-legged guests will enjoy an evening of indulgences as well, including dinner served in crystal goblets at the dog buffet. Human guests be 21+ to attend the event.

Celebrate the holiday season with a pet-friendly Santa photo event featuring digital pictures with Santa, a bake sale, raffles, and holiday shopping. Guests can capture festive memories, browse handmade blankets and candles, and support the organization through donations and purchases.

You and Fido are invited to participate in the annual Thanksgiving event! Each four-legged participant needs to be registered, and their registration fee includes a race bib and Festival Foods Turkey Trot bandana. Limit one dog per person. All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations and leashed at all times (leashes must be shorter than six feet and non-retractable). Dogs will head out on the 2-mile course after all other participants have crossed the start line.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for this fun race! Afterward, light refreshments and awards will be given to each group's top three male and female runners. Costumes are encouraged.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this Thanksgiving walk/run that goes through the streets and neighborhoods of Crown Point. Admission includes finisher medals to the first 500 participants, donuts, and race awards to the top overall male and female and top three in each age group. Dress up for the costume contests! Please note that dogs aren't permitted inside buildings.

This Thanksgiving-themed, dog-friendly 5K features a scenic course along the Danada Trail and welcomes runners and walkers of all levels and their leashed pups. Participants receive a chip-timed race entry, turkey-themed finisher medal, soft cotton T-shirt, age-group awards and free photos.

Celebrate the holidays with photos featuring your pets and family! Book a private 15-minute photo session. Please wait at the door until called as each session is private.

Enjoy a festive downtown celebration with your pup, featuring roaming performers, face painters, free hot chocolate and holiday giveaways. Keep an eye out for Santa making a special ride through downtown in his red pickup truck!

Bring your four-legged family members for festive holiday photos with Santa! Store staff will be available to take pictures, so bring your phone or camera to capture the memories. Photos are free for customers, and reservations are required.

Shop with Fido from local crafters and check off your gift list while enjoying photos with Santa, a caricature artist, food and drinks from the bar, and more.

This dog-friendly holiday market is the perfect place to shop small and support local businesses while getting holiday shopping done with your pup. Browse handcrafted items and pet vendors, enjoy photos with Santa, and grab a drink, coffee or food while exploring everything the market has to offer.

You can browse 200+ artisans across two indoor buildings, grab food and drinks, and enjoy the courtyard seating. Bring your leashed, well-behaved dog along while you shop!

This dog-friendly holiday event invites families to bring their pets for festive photos with Santa. Whether posing for a Christmas card or capturing a fun seasonal memory, guests can enjoy a chance to celebrate the holidays with their furry companions.

Bring your pup for a photo with Santa! Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. The price includes a picture frame and gift bag for your pet.

On select Sundays this holiday season, bring Fido and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. The event will be held in the Lower Level Grand Court. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

This dog-friendly holiday event invites families to bring their pets for festive photos with Santa. Whether posing for a Christmas card or capturing a fun seasonal memory, guests can enjoy a chance to celebrate the holidays with their furry companions.

Bring Fido to this dog-friendly holiday market featuring more than 20 local businesses offering unique gifts, pet accessories, treats and handmade goods. Enjoy professional holiday pet photos, custom portraits, canine massage, baked treats and beverages while mingling with fellow dog lovers.

On select Monday nights, capture paw-some memories with Fido for the holiday season! Each pet will receive a holiday goodie bag featuring a treat, festive bandana and toy, while supplies last. Pets must be leashed or in a carrier. Please use Entrance #1 near Macy’s and remain in the Macy’s court with your pet. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Get ready to capture paw-some memories this holiday season! Bring your furry friend and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members.

Celebrate the holidays with photos featuring your pets and family! The bar is open to the public and Live Like Roo Foundation will be set up near the front. Book a time slot on their event page.