Dog Events in Cleveland, TN

Bring Fido to this spooky pet parade with eerie decorations and ghostly tunes, prizes for the best costumes, and treats for all! The first parade is at 12 PM and the second is at 3 PM. Each pet may participate in one parade only. Pets may not be entered into both parades.

This dog-friendly hiking event partners with Rabun Paws 4 Life to give participants the chance to meet adoptable dogs and take them for an adventure along the North Rim Trail. Guests can enjoy a scenic hike with a new furry friend, and same-day adoption is available for those who find their perfect hiking buddy.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this fun event packed with exciting activities, including a kids' zone, carnival games, live music, photo minis, train rides and more. Shop from over 125 talented makers, enjoy delicious treats like apple pie, boba, and lemonade, and explore unique vendors offering clothing, décor, and handmade goods. With over 20,000 lbs of fresh North Carolina and Georgia-grown apples, plus apple-flavored and scented everything, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season.

This popular fall arts festival welcomes leashed dogs as you browse a wide range of handmade works from talented local and regional artisans, featuring everything from pottery and woodwork to glass, metal, and fine art. There will also be food vendors on site.

Runners and their pups will take on wide, easy-to-navigate trails featuring rolling, flowy terrain for the first three miles, followed by a one-mile climb back to the finish. Traditional leashes and canicross setups are welcome, but please note flexi-leashes or face collars are not permitted. Fido can join the 4-mile dog-friendly race, or watch from the sidelines as the regular 4-mile race begins 30 minutes later.

This dog-friendly 1-mile untimed walk invites participants and their four-legged friends to enjoy a morning of fitness, fun and community. Registration includes an event shirt, finisher medal, entry into the pet costume contest and access to the Wellness Village, entertainment, vendors and post-race festivities. Dogs must be friendly and well-socialized, remain on a non-retractable leash no longer than 6 feet and have a dedicated handler.

Hosted by AthensPets and presented by Phil Hughes Honda, this annual event features a costume contest beginning at 3:00 PM, with the parade starting at 4:30 PM. Categories include Best Theme Costume, Best Pet/Handler Combo, and Best General. Participants can enjoy live music from Historic Athens' Porchfest and local vendors. All dogs on the parade route must be registered. Registration of dog(s) must be completed prior to parade. Registration closes once 150 dogs are registered. Please see additional rules on the event's website.

Your leashed canine companion is invited for a fun outing. The event will feature live music, raffles, pet contests, vendors, food, pet adoptions and much more!

Celebrate Halloween with your pup at a festive fundraiser benefiting LifeLine Animal Project. This family-friendly event welcomes runners, walkers and their dogs for a morning of costumes, community and seasonal fun. Whether you're participating in the race or simply showing off your pup's Halloween costume, it's a great way to support local shelter pets while enjoying a spooktacular day together.

Get your pawsport and explore downtown's best breweries and tap houses while supporting a great cause. You'll receive a $3 pint at each location, a raffle ticket, a costume contest, a Halloween scavenger hunt, adoptable animals and more.

This dog-friendly Halloween event features a judged costume parade for dogs, along with an expo showcasing educational booths, pet businesses and rescue groups. Guests can also enjoy food trucks and support the Companion Animal Initiative of Tennessee through a pet food drive. The event takes place rain or shine.

This family-friendly fall celebration features Truck-or-Treat with specialty vehicles and plenty of treats, more than 20 local vendors, seasonal finds and handmade goods. Guests can also enjoy family-friendly activities, fall entertainment and Halloween fun, with costumes encouraged.

Bring your Corgi out to the hockey game and enjoy the annual Wiener Corgi Races! The race takes place during the first intermission. Register your pup in advance to participate in the race. Only Corgis participating in the race are permitted at the game.

Celebrate Halloween with your four-legged BFF at Rescue Dog Games! This free, family-friendly dog festival features Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contests at noon to include: Funniest, Most Creative, Human-Dog Combo with prizes! There will also be a lure chase, trick or treating, photo opportunities, silly-or-not-so-silly dog tricks, dog and kids art activities, vendors, pet rescues and adoptable dogs.

You and your Schnauzer are encouraged to come and join in this historic event! The event will include the Guinness World Record attempt of the largest dog walk of one breed ever in an official parade. There will also be contests, a photo booth, live music, vendors and more. All breeds are welcome.

Bring Fido and a lawn chair or blanket for some live music from local musicians! The venue is open container, so feel free to grab a beverage from a nearby restaurant and bring it outside to enjoy in the Village Green. Outside food and beverages aren't permitted.

Decorate your vehicle for Halloween and hand out candy and treats to children and pups! Prizes will be awarded to best costumes, best pet costume and best vehicle decoration. If you decorate your vehicle and hand out candy the parking fee will be waived. Hayrides and other activities will also be offered.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual seasonal celebration of autumn atop Lookout Mountain, where guests can enjoy fall foliage, festive décor and family‑friendly activities throughout the season. The experience includes seasonal displays (like the large scale lighted jack-o’-lantern displays), scenic walking paths, photo opportunities, and themed attractions that highlight the colors and spirit of fall.

This dog-friendly Halloween fundraiser features a 5K Run/Walk and a 1K Fun Run for participants of all ages, including pups, walkers and strollers. Guests can enjoy costume contests for kids, adults and dogs, with proceeds supporting Canine Pet Rescue’s efforts to save, rehabilitate and rehome animals.

Treat your doggie like a VIP on the only restaurant crawl for dogs! Visit two dog-friendly restaurants where your pup enjoys their own versions of human dishes (plus a fun barkarita), while you enjoy tasty bites too. Stroll the Atlanta Beltline, shop at local pet boutiques, and take home swag and giveaways. A portion of proceeds supports local animal rescues—making this the paw-fect way to treat your dog and give back.