Dog Events in Dauphin, PA

This dog-friendly festival features a pet-friendly 5K Fun Run, Leash-urely Walk, live music, food trucks, local vendors, pet demonstrations, Wiener Dog Races, Puppy Yoga and a petting zoo. Guests can also visit animal rescues, meet adoptable pets, enjoy a car show, raffles and giveaways.

Bring Fido to paddle, fetch and play in the pool! Vendors will also be on site. All dogs must be current on vaccinations. Please note that only dogs will be permitted in the pool for this two-timed event.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this vibrant celebration combining spirited competition with festive fun. There's even an on-site dog park! Attendees can participate in a variety of games, enjoy authentic German beer selections, classic festival eats, and live music and a DJ.

Bring Fido to this annual event at the fairgrounds! There will be food concessions, adult beverages, live music, a pie eating contest, kid's inflatables, pony rides, a classic car show, and pet-friendly activities like a costume contest and canine obstacle courses. Dogs must be leashed and picked up after.

Bring your furry friend to the park for a fun day out featuring a variety of vendors, including pet-centric items, treats, accessories, and more—perfect for pets and their people! Food options are also available on site.

Sip on brews, shop from local vendors and let your pup join the fun! You'll find handmade and small-batch gifts, pet-themed products and seasonal treats for your four-legged friends, cozy self-care and wellness items, and more.

Enjoy a full day of Oktoberfest fun for Fido! Sip on seasonal brews and Oktoberfest specials while your furry friend enjoys treats from dog-friendly vendors. Dress up in lederhosen (for you, your pup, or both), snap festive photos, cheer on the pet costume contest, and soak in live music, DJ beats, and classic German eats.

Celebrate Lancaster’s history with your leashed pup at this free downtown festival commemorating the city’s brief time as the nation’s capital in 1777. The event features local food, live music, vendors, family activities, historical programming, crafts, artisan demonstrations, and special cultural experiences.

A community 5K hosted by the Martinsburg High School Band Boosters that features a scenic course from Cobourn Field onto the Frog Hollow Trail, and back. The morning also includes a Kids Pup Run, and supports the school’s music program with a fun, family, and dog-focused theme.

This annual event features a dog fashion contest with the grand prize winner taking home a Maytag Pet Pro washer and dryer! Guests can also enjoy hot dogs, prizes and discounts while meeting adoptable dogs from Rescue Me WV.

Leashed pets are welcome to join participants of all fitness levels at this family-friendly remembrance walk through the park. The event offers a peaceful opportunity to honor loved ones, share memories, and connect with the community while supporting the care and mission of Hospice of the Sacred Heart.

This dog-friendly pet parade invites well-behaved pets of all kinds to strut their stuff on the red carpet for a chance to win awards including Celebrity Look-Alike, Best Visionary Hair-Do and Best Dressed Most Visionary Pet. Following the parade, pets can participate in a talent show and create artwork with their owners, including their own pet-inspired Walk of Fame star.

Pet owners and their furry companions are invited to showcase their creative costumes along North Beaver Street, between Philadelphia and Market Streets. Whether you're aiming for spooky, funny, or whimsical, there's a category for every pet ensemble. 5:45 PM–6 PM. – Check-in outside White Rose Bar & Grill. Registration Deadline: September 30.

As part of the annual Oktoberfest at The Wharf festival, the crowd favorite Wiener dog races will be hosted by Tommy McFly. Prizes are awarded to the speediest dogs. All breeds are welcome to watch, but only Dachshunds can participate in the race. There will also be an Adoptable Dog Parade between the Dachshund races.

Gather your friends, family and dog to join the fun in celebrating the human-canine bond. Everyone is invited for a day of fun and festivities. Activities include inspiring speakers, dog demonstrations, agility courses, and the annual costume contest!

Bring Fido to a dog-only pool party featuring swimming, fetching and playtime! The event also includes vendors and adoption information. Dogs must be friendly, sociable, and current on vaccinations, and owners are asked to clean up after their pets. Children under 16 aren't permitted unless closely supervised, and humans aren't allowed in the pool.

Bring your four-legged friend for a splashing good time and a chance to mingle with fellow canine companions. A special session is offered for senior dogs from 12 PM to 1 PM to enjoy a gentler pace. Please note that pups must be friendly towards other dogs and up to date on vaccinations. No humans allowed in the pool.

Don your dirndl or lederhosen, leash up your pup and head to to this fun annual festival! Polka dance by the water and cheer on the speediest Dachshunds in Annual Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash. Take part in a stein hoisting championship and polka dance lessons. Food and drinks are also available for purchase at all Wharf bars and restaurants. Pets are allowed in outdoor spaces. The Wharf will provide water for pets to drink and small pools for pets to splash in.

Support Beagle Rescue of Southern Maryland at this dog-friendly fundraiser featuring food, raffles, a bake sale, a photo booth with Snoopy, and an annual dog costume contest. Guests can enjoy a fun day with fellow dog lovers while helping raise funds for beagles in need.

Celebrate the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and the environment. Pets and their people are invited to gather at the west front of the Cathedral for a special blessing.