Dog Events in East Flat Rock, NC

Stroll through a lively holiday market featuring over 35 local artisans, fresh-cut Christmas trees, and warm seasonal treats like hot cocoa and cider. Don’t miss the highlight of the evening, the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 PM, for a magical moment to kick off the season!

Enjoy a family- and dog-friendly day with your leashed pup featuring local vendors, Christmas trees, a food truck, horse and carriage rides, visits with Santa and The Grinch, and more! Bring the whole family for an afternoon of outdoor fun, local shopping, and delicious seasonal treats.

Take a trot with Fido on Thanksgiving Day through the charming downtown streets! Open to runners, walkers, and even costumed participants and pets. Registration includes a long-sleeve Turkey Trot tee, goody bag, and awards for fastest runners, best costume, and best pet costume.

Bring your furry friend along to cheer on family and friends as they take on the 5K! The course winds through the quiet neighborhood streets surrounding Biltmore Park Town Square, featuring a few moderate hills and minimal vehicle traffic. Leashed dogs are welcome to watch from the sidelines but can't participate in the race due to congestion and safety concerns.

Sip, shop and celebrate the season with Fido at this festive holiday market! Enjoy an Apple Cinnamon Margarita while browsing artisan vendors for unique gifts. Guests can meet Santa, The Grinch, and listen to live music.

Shop local with Fido at a festive small business weekend featuring more than 45 local makers and vendors, with new businesses showcased each day. Enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday while browsing unique gifts, supporting creative entrepreneurs, and celebrating the local community.

Bring Fido out to celebrate the start of the holiday season! There will be hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies.

Take a stroll with Fido through historic downtown Hendersonville to see an assortment of holiday-themed windows, entertainment like strolling carolers and twinkling holiday lights! Some shops are dog friendly, but be sure to ask first before entering.

On November 21st and December 5th, bundle up and come on out for coffee, produce, meat, eggs, live music, hot food, and plenty of handmade artisan crafts, including unique gifts and holiday decorations! There will be over 40 vendors on site for your shopping pleasure, plus live music and kids' activities. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual holiday event, featuring floats from local businesses and organizations lit up with holiday lights, marching bands, and capped off by a visit from Santa.

Guests can get photos with Santa or the Grinch alongside their pets, kids, family or friends to help support pets in need in Buncombe County. For $25, photo packages include professional digital edits and one-on-one time with Santa and the Grinch. For an additional $5, you can get a commemorative Polaroid of you and your pet as well.

Santa Claus will be at MRB to see you, family, friends and furry ones! Guests will receive a free professional photo, and photos will be sent via email following the shoot.

Bring Fido and get ready for the holidays at this German-inspired Christmas market. Complete some holiday shopping from local vendors, drink some Glühwein, listen to live music, and get in the holiday spirit!

Leashed dogs are welcome to come cheer (bark) on Santa as he prepares for his big night by rappelling down the 315-foot Chimney Rock! Guests are also welcome to write a letter to Santa, create a holiday craft, take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, hike with an elf, and meet live Park animal ambassadors. Reservations are recommended. For the most up-to-date road closures and travel conditions, please check the NCDOT website in order to plan your route.

Celebrate the holiday season with Fido at an evening of live music, festive cocktails and Christmas sweater fun! Dogs are welcome inside the brewery and outside. Enjoy a mix of original songs, popular covers and holiday favorites performed by local musicians. Wear your best or worst Christmas sweater for a chance to win Trailside merchandise and a gift card.

Join a community dog walk with your leashed pup the second Sunday of each month! The group will take a leisurely loop around Main Street and ending back at Wag! A Unique Pet Boutique. Pup cups will be available.

On select Sundays in December, bring Fido to meet Appalachian Santa! Tanger Asheville has partnered with TapSnap to offer a variety of photo packages starting at just $10. Photos are available on a first come, first served basis.

Watch a holiday winter wonderland light show with Fido! Tune your vehicle radio to 90.9 'The Grinch' and watch the animated show fully synchronized to music. Shows last about 10-20 minutes, and there's a different show each night! If you attend on New Year's Eve, they'll switch over to their special New Year show to ring in the new year! Rain or shine the light shows go on. The show is free, and they'll be collecting donations for the Blue Ridge Humane Society and Henderson County Toy Run. Closed Christmas Day.

Fido is invited along on this drive-through holiday lights experience featuring favorite scenes and characters, and using the latest LED technology and digital animations. You'll get to see everything from the comfort of your car as you wind along the path. Dogs must remain in the car at all times and aren't permitted in Santa's Village (and guests cannot leave their pup unattended).

Watch competitive adult baseball as teams from across the country gather for this multi-day tournament featuring several age divisions. Games are primarily held at Bob Lewis Ballpark, with some games at Enka High School. Dogs are welcome but must remain leashed and well-behaved. Owners must promptly clean up after their pets.