Dog Events in Foster, VA

Lace up your sneakers and grab Fido's leash to participate in a walk with your furry friend. All skill levels are welcome; there will be light refreshments and social time with others afterward.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this cozy outdoor fiber festival filled with creativity, community and fall fun! Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome on the first floor and throughout the outdoor spaces. Celebrate your love of knitting, crocheting, and all things fiber while shopping from local vendors offering beautiful yarns, tools, and handmade treasures. Relax with wine, beer, wine slushies and charcuterie from Vineyard Fare.

Enjoy pet photos with Santa by When Skies Are Grey Photography. Browse local pet-loving vendors for gifts, treats, and surprises, and join in a holiday-themed pet activity. Humans can relax too, sipping Elation craft beer while soaking in all the festive, paw-sitive vibes.

A three-day festival celebrating Eastern Shore wildlife art, conservation, and outdoor traditions with exhibitions, demonstrations, and family activities across downtown Easton. Bring your well-behaved furry friends to the Bay Street Ponds, Sportsman's Pavilion, enter them in the Dock Dogs Competition, Grounds of the VFW, Beer Wetlands and Featured Yappy Hour event, and throughout downtown. Dogs aren't permitted on busses or allowed in any venue that's a community partner with (for example, the High School venue of Buy, Sell, Swap or Artifacts).

Bring Fido for a photo with Santa! Please have your own camera ready, and a donation for The Isle of Wight County Humane Society.

The Mantua community is the perfect setting for this annual Thanksgiving dash. You and Fido will wind along the 4-mile course through pretty neighborhoods and tree-lined pathways displaying the beautiful colors of fall. All participants will receive a custom Fairfax Turkey Trot T-shirt. Please note dogs and their owners should start in the back of the pack.

Bring Fido along to see a light display like no other. This event features large 19-to-30 foot kites decked out in the spirit of the holiday season! At 5:00 PM, enjoy the lighting of the Jockey’s Ridge State Park Solar Christmas tree out on the dunes directly across from Jockey’s Ridge Crossing.

Hosted by Bishop’s Events, this family- and pet-friendly race features a 1-mile fun run, a 5K, and a 10K. Walkers, strollers and leashed dogs are welcome to join in the festivities. Participants receive a finisher’s medal, a technical event shirt, and chip timing.

Celebrate the season with a festive holiday event where families and furry friends are invited to enjoy free visits and photos with Santa, playful interactions with Santa’s elves, and hands-on fun with classic toys straight from the workshop. While soaking up the holiday spirit, guests can also browse seasonal sales!

Get ready to capture paw-some memories this holiday season by bringing your furry friend to see Santa for a complimentary photo. The event will also have treats and specialty drinks to enjoy with other pet parents.

The Arthritis Foundation’s race is the original festive race for charity with your pup. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume. Bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash. Check-in starts at 9 AM and the race begins at 10 AM.

The Arthritis Foundation’s race is the original festive race for charity with your pup. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume. Bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash. Check-in starts at 8:00 AM and the race begins at 8:30 AM.

It's time to ring in the holiday season! There will be live holiday music, s'mores, hot cider, activities, local vendors and more! The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place at 5:30 PM. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Well-behaved dogs on non-retractable leashes are welcome to attend this annual tradition. Please note that a high volume of attendees is expected. This festive 1-mile parade features Scottish clans, bagpipers, dancers, and Terrier dog groups parading through historic streets, bringing a touch of Scotland to the holiday season. Enjoy the rich cultural heritage, vibrant tartans and holiday cheer as part of Alexandria’s holiday festivities.

Well-behaved dogs on non-retractable leashes are welcome at this annual parade that features beautifully decorated boats decked out in festive lights and creative holiday themes. Watch as dozens of vessels parade by, competing for awards like "Best in Show" and "Most Holiday Cheer." The parade route stretches for one mile along the waterfront.

On this select date only, Enchant Christmas welcomes leashed dogs and their people to explore dazzling light displays, take photos with Santa and enjoy special pet-friendly routes! Tickets are by timed entry and you’ll need both a human ticket and a dog ticket (there's a maximum of two dog tickets per order), and you'll need to complete the dog waiver. Advance purchase required for timed entry. Pups will be required to be fully vaccinated to attend this evening. Please be prepared with proof of vaccinations and license.

The Arthritis Foundation’s race is the original festive race for charity with your pup. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume. Bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash. Check in starts at 8 AM and the race begins at 9 AM.

The Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run is the original festive race for charity. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume and feel good about doing good. Bring a team of friends, family and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your pup is kept on a leash at all times. Check-in starts at 9 AM and the race begins at 10 AM.

On two select Sundays this holiday season, bring your furry friends to strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located in Nordstrom Court, First Level. Best Entrance: P1 in the garage, Nordstrom side. Use the mall entrance from the garage, between Lacoste and Bath & Body Works. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations aren't required.

Capture a stylish holiday portrait of your pet during an elegant seasonal photo experience set in a Tiffany-inspired room. Guests can dress their pups in festive attire and create memorable keepsakes surrounded by beautiful décor, holiday details, and a luxurious atmosphere perfect for celebrating the season. Each session lasts approximately 45 minutes.