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    Dog Events in Gatesville, NC

    Here are the pet friendly events closest to Gatesville. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event.

    Pet Friendly Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Riverwalk Landing
    May 21–Aug 27

    Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Riverwalk Landing

    Yorktown, VA
    Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Riverwalk Landing Every Thursday there will be live music for you and your pup to enjoy. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and small coolers. Please, no umbrellas, tables or tents. If you want something to munch on during the show, order dinner or dessert at any of Historic Yorktown’s waterfront restaurants. See Details
    Pet Friendly Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut
    Aug 29

    Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut

    Williamsburg, VA
    Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut A dog-friendly 5K, competitive walk, and 1-mile Pup Strut where leashed dogs may participate alongside their people. Hosted by 4 Paws Animal Rescue, Inc., the event also features a pup photo contest, vendors, and finish-line fun for a great cause. See Details
    Every Apr 19–Aug 30

    Pups in the Park Sundays with the Wilson Warbirds

    Wilson, NC
    Pups in the Park Sundays with the Wilson Warbirds Bring Fido out to the ball game! Dog-friendly games are held every Sunday home game throughout the season, so make sure to check the website's schedule to catch a game. See Details
    Select games Mar 29–Sep 6

    Bark in the Park with Norfolk Tides

    Norfolk, VA
    Bark in the Park with Norfolk Tides Take Fido out to a baseball game! Dog-friendly games are held on select dates throughout the season, so make sure to check the website's schedule to catch a game. Proceeds from dog tickets are donated to a local dog charity. Dog-friendly sections are 215-223 (3rd base side next to the Picnic/3B entrance). All dogs must enter the ballpark through the 1st Base Entrance and remain on a leash while at Harbor Park. See Details
    Jun 3–Sep 9, select

    Bark in the Park - Best in Show Dog Days/Nights with the Richmond Flying Squirrels

    Richmond, VA
    Bark in the Park - Best in Show Dog Days/Nights with the Richmond Flying Squirrels Bring your furry best friend to the ballpark every Wednesday home game throughout the season! Each week a different group will be celebrated. Dog sections can be found in sections 117 &118. Gates open at 5:30 PM. See Details
    Sep 10

    Yappy Hour at The Cultural Arts Center

    Glen Allen, VA
    Yappy Hour at The Cultural Arts Center Leashed dogs are welcome at this fun event that features live entertainment, pet-themed activities, vendors, food trucks serving pets and people, art projects for pups and concessions. Enjoy Yes And! Theatrical Company’s Cover to Cover: Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours! The Trunk Show Band playing Rumours from start to finish. The Henrico Humane Society will also be on site! See Details
    Sep 11–12

    Outer Banks Kite Festival

    Nags Head, NC
    Outer Banks Kite Festival Furry friends may join their owners to watch massive show kites flying high above the dunes at the park and participate in stunt and power kite lessons given by pros. Visitors will watch some of the nation’s most talented performers put on world-class displays of artistry and skill with kite flying set to music, synchronized shows and more. See Details
    Sep 12

    Hinnant Family Vineyards Harvest Festival

    Pine Level, NC
    Hinnant Family Vineyards Harvest Festival Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to join guests for a full day of harvest-season festivities at the vineyard. Enjoy wine tastings, grape picking and stomping, vineyard tours, food offerings, and nine hours of live music in a scenic setting. Guests can relax on the patio or grassy areas while taking in the festive atmosphere and celebrating the season. See Details
    Sep 12–13

    Colonial K9 Classic

    Williamsburg, VA
    Colonial K9 Classic Enjoy a weekend of canine excitement featuring DockDogs® diving competitions, local vendors, food, wine, and a pet-friendly beer and wine garden. Guests can relax with their dogs while watching dock diving events and supporting Lab Rescue LCRP, with a portion of beer and wine sales benefiting the organization. See Details
    Sep 19

    Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark Enjoy a tail-wagging pool party featuring live music, food trucks, contests, pup swag bags, a beer garden, and a special cocktail menu for humans. Dogs can splash in designated swim areas while guests enjoy a fun day of socializing with fellow dog lovers. Participating dogs must have proof of current rabies vaccination and a signed waiver. Dogs must remain leashed outside designated swim areas, and owners are responsible for supervising their pets and cleaning up after them. One dog per person. See Details
    Sep 19

    Oktoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co.

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Oktoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co. This dog-friendly Oktoberfest celebration features live music, cold beer, contests, games and activities for the whole family. Highlights include a dog dress-up contest, Dachshund races, kids’ games, a vendor market, bounce house, Miss Oktoberfest crowning and other festive competitions. See Details
    Sep 20

    Dogtoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co.

    Suffolk, VA
    Dogtoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co. Enjoy dog-friendly fun, Oktoberfest brews, festive food, plenty of paws, steins and more! See Details
    Select May–Sep

    Fridays at the Pavilion

    Glen Allen, VA
    Fridays at the Pavilion Dogs are invited to join you in kicking off your summer weekends at this weekly event! Enjoy a toe-tapping, tail-wagging good time with live music from local bands, delicious bites from a rotating lineup of food trucks, and fresh wine options. Pets must be leashed but are welcome anywhere outdoors and the first floor of the winery. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and spread out on the lawn. See Details
    Sep 26

    Richmond Animal League’s Woofstock

    Glen Allen, VA
    Richmond Animal League’s Woofstock This annual festival for Richmond Animal League features pet-centric vendors, a pet parade, adoptable animals from local rescues, interactive activities, contests, and treats for both dogs and humans. Guests are welcome to bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax on the grass. See Details
    Sep 26

    Buckroe Beach Farmers Market Pet Day

    Hampton, VA
    Buckroe Beach Farmers Market Pet Day Bring Fido to celebrate a family- and pet-friendly gathering highlighting local animal rescue organizations and helping adoptable pets find their forever homes. Browse pet-focused vendors, visit informational and educational booths, meet adoptable animals, and enjoy a fun day supporting the local pet community. See Details
    Sep 26

    Chesterfield Outdoor Fest

    Chesterfield, VA
    Chesterfield Outdoor Fest A free, family- and dog-friendly festival celebrating outdoor recreation with a wide range of interactive activities and experiences. Attendees can enjoy adventure demos like fishing and archery, explore a pop-up market and vendor booths, and take part in hands-on fun including a kids zone and touch-a-truck. The event also features live entertainment, food options, and opportunities to connect with local organizations, all while promoting an active lifestyle and appreciation for nature. See Details
    May 3–Sep 27

    Sundays in the Shade at James River Cellars Winery

    Glen Allen, VA
    Sundays in the Shade at James River Cellars Winery Well-behaved, leashed pets are invited to join their owners at this weekly event. Two- and four-legged friends can unwind outside under the pavilion while listening to live music and sipping various wine options. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and settle in for a cozy, laid-back vibe. See Details
    Sep 25–27

    Dock Dogs at Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Dock Dogs at Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend Dock Dogs is a dock‑jumping competition featuring Big Air, Speed Retrieve and Extreme Vertical divisions where teams of handlers and dogs compete on a temporary pool set up on the beach. Spectator viewing is free and the event takes place on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront at 14th Street as part of Neptune Festival’s Boardwalk Weekend. The event’s organizer and DockDogs both state that anyone may bring a dog to compete and that viewing is open to the public. See Details
    Oct 24

    Annual Outer Banks Brewtag

    Nags Head, NC
    Annual Outer Banks Brewtag A celebration of flight and beer, OBX Brewtag contestants will be competing to see who can launch and fly an empty 1/6 keg barrel the furthest. Dogs must be leashed and picked up after. A crafty selection of local and regional beer and food will be available for purchase that day. See Details
    Oct 25

    Howl-O-Woof Pet Parade and Costume Contest

    Hampton, VA
    Howl-O-Woof Pet Parade and Costume Contest Celebrate fall with Fido at this family-friendly event featuring trick-or-treat stations for kids and dogs, a harvest market, food truck, local rescue organizations, pet vendors, and festive activities throughout the afternoon. Highlights include a dog costume contest, pup parade, peanut butter eating contest, booth decorating competition, prizes, and plenty of seasonal fun for dogs and their people. See Details
    Gatesville, NC, US