Dog Events in Brattleboro, VT

New Hampshire’s first and only festival for wiener dogs features contests, raffles, dachshund races, food, and more wiener-centric fun and madness! Be sure to bring your furry friend to join in the fun.

Experience a wellness-focused retreat designed for you and your dog, centered on strengthening your bond through shared activities and relaxation. The experience includes a mix of adventure and enrichment like dog yoga, meditation, training, hiking, paddling, and group swim time, along with creative workshops and educational seminars.

Bring Fido for a fun afternoon filled with dogs, silent auction with amazing items, delicious BBQ meal, cash bar, and socializing with other dog lovers! Tickets include a delicious buffet catered by Firefly BBQ and one raffle ticket for a brand new Apple iPad. All breeds welcome.

This family- and dog-friendly fall festival brings together animal lovers and the local community with live music, local vendors, crafters, hayrides and plenty of seasonal fun. Guests can enjoy a dog costume contest, food from BT’s Smokehouse, beer and wine, pumpkins and mums for sale, and ice cream from Westview Farms. Proceeds support efforts to reopen the shelter and help more animals in need.

A charity 5K run/walk that welcomes runners, walkers, and their dogs to Hopkinton State Park to raise funds for the Baypath Humane Society. The event features a Doggie Division for participants running or walking with their dogs, vendor village, and community activities supporting animals in need.

Bring Fido for a fun afternoon of live music, vendors, food, contests, and more than 150 animal organizations broadcasting their causes. Attendees can meet adoptable pets, learn from educational exhibits, and connect with animal welfare groups working to protect and support animals. The event also hosts contests, demonstrations, and interactive activities to engage both pets and their owners.

This pet-friendly outdoor service celebrates animal companions with animal-themed music, Holy Communion and individual blessings for every pet in attendance. Guests are invited to bring animals of all kinds, provided they can be safely controlled, or a photo of pets who have passed away or cannot attend. The celebration also honors animals serving in public safety and wellness, along with those involved in animal rescue, shelter and care.

Bring Fido to shop with you from 70+ juried booths featuring handmade goods like chainsaw-carved sculptures, wire-wrapped crowns, cold-processed soaps, and chunky knit blankets. Savor specialty foods including craft nut and seed butters, infused oils, and nut-free baked goods. The festival will be held rain or shine.

Enjoy a family-friendly celebration for pets and animal lovers featuring shopping, demonstrations, rescue groups, adoptions, and plenty of activities for both people and their furry companions. Guests can bring their leashed pets to participate in a lively pet costume contest, enjoy an animal blessing ceremony, browse local vendors, and grab food and treats throughout the day. The event also includes face painting and community activities, with a portion of admission proceeds benefiting local animal shelters.

Enjoy a day of art, music, and family fun at this annual festival featuring fine artists, craftspeople, specialty foods, and kid-friendly activities. Leashed dogs are welcome to join.

Grab your sneakers and Fido's leash, and head to the course to support a great cause. They encourage you to get in the spirit and wear your favorite Halloween costume. T-shirts are guaranteed if you register by September 14th.

Celebrate Halloween with your pup at this annual fundraising race! Participants can run or walk the course with their four-legged friends while enjoying a festive day featuring costumes, activities, and plenty of Halloween fun.

Leashed dogs are welcome to this full-day event featuring local artisans, food trucks, live music, and seasonal drinks at Sons of Liberty Spirits Co. Dogs are permitted inside and outside.

Bring your Dachshund to compete in this exciting race event featuring multiple heats and a chance to earn the title of Connecticut’s fastest wiener dog! Participants are encouraged to bring treats and favorite toys to help cheer on their pups, while spectators can enjoy a fun-filled day supporting a nonprofit that provides holiday gifts to military families in need.

Visitors and leashed dogs are welcome each weekend to watch thrilling flight demonstrations featuring authentic historic aircraft, and enjoy educational exhibits. Bench and bleacher seating are available, and a limited number of camp chair rentals. Concessions are also available for purchase. Please note that the airplanes can be very noisy, and there could be an occasional gunshot or explosion.

This dog-friendly 3K trail run and walk features optional obstacles, allowing pups and their people to run, walk or enjoy the course at their own pace. All obstacles are optional, making the event accessible for dogs of all abilities and comfort levels. Proceeds benefit NEADS Service Dogs and its service dog training programs.

The Laconia Pumpkin Festival, formerly the New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival, welcomes leashed pups to celebrate the season! Expect thousands of glowing carved pumpkins, including the iconic pumpkin tower, live music (plus laser shows and dancing witches), festive parades for kids and costumed pets, artisan and food vendors, the Pumpkin Express train, games like corn-hole and craft stations, and a beer garden.

This dog-friendly Halloween costume parade features a POOCHAPALOOZA zone, photo booth, face painting, free treats and plenty of festive fun. Dogs and their people can compete for grand prizes in categories including Best Costume, Cutest Costume, Scariest Costume, Best Dog and Human Duo, and Best Dog and Child Duo.

Bring your pets for a photo day with Light & Lens Photography! All pets are welcome (please keep them leashed or in carriers). Each guest will receive one free digital file, with extra downloads and 8x10” prints available for just $5 each. Walk-ins are welcome, but reserving your spot online at is recommended!

Grab your sneakers and Fido's leash for a day on the trails. You can enroll in a 5K walk/run or a 1-mile fun run that welcomes all age levels. After the race, enjoy music, vendors, doggy demonstrations, and more at the Health & Fitness Fair. Costumes are encouraged (but not required).