Dog Events in Greenwood, SC

The public is invited to bring their pets to be blessed by First Congregational Church. Water and treats for the pets will be provided. Donations will be collected for Blue Ridge Humane Society and Charlie's Angels Animal Rescue.

Enjoy the fall season at this camping weekend with Fido! There will be a food truck, Yappy Hour socials, creative paint-and-lick fun, professional canine photos, doggy ice cream, and action-packed lure coursing. Wind down with a festive dinner and live acoustic music. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Celebrate autumn lakeside with Fido at this festive event featuring German-inspired eats like bratwurst, curry fries, and pretzels, alongside seasonal beers including Hacker Pschorr and Paulaner. Enjoy live music, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and a welcoming, family- and pet-friendly atmosphere. No ticket is required, but reserving a spot is recommended for food, seating and rentals.

Bring Fido out for a morning filled with delicious food, unique displays, and handcrafted items from local artisans. Whether you’re a resident or visiting, this event offers the perfect chance to enjoy the autumn atmosphere while supporting small businesses. With the Black Bear Half Marathon & 8K taking place at the same time, there’s plenty of foot traffic to explore, making it a rain-or-shine celebration of community and fall fun.

Bring Fido for a fun day out in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere filled with nonstop Oktoberfest fun! Guests can lounge by or on the water, enjoy Oktoberfest food and drink specials, karaoke on Friday nights, live music on Saturdays and Sundays, and more! Please note that dogs aren't permitted to ride rental kayaks and paddleboards, but you're welcome to bring your own.

Enjoy a festive fall afternoon featuring more than 20 local vendors, handmade goods, a pumpkin patch, live music, tarot readings, massages, food trucks, and sweet treats. Bring Fido along to shop local and enjoy the autumn atmosphere.

Residents of the Poinsettia neighborhood are invited to let their dogs enjoy one last splash!

This dog-friendly gala is the Humane Society of Charlotte’s signature fundraising event, bringing guests and their well-behaved pups together for an elegant evening supporting pets and the people who care for them. The event features dinner, drinks, good company and plenty of tail wags!

This free, dog-friendly festival celebrates DuPont State Recreational Forest with a variety of outdoor activities for all ages. Guests can enjoy drop-in activities, demonstrations, guided tours and hikes while learning about the forest’s hiking and biking trails, equestrian areas, wildlife and local history from expert volunteers and partner organizations.

Celebrate a Western North Carolina tradition at this lively food festival, where Liver Mush takes center stage in tastings, recipe contests, cookoffs and even an eating contest. Enjoy live music on two stages, shop over 100 craft, food, and beverage vendors, and explore the Foothills Farmers Market. Pet lovers can head to Warren Street for the Pet Festival, featuring costume contests, parades, K9 demos, trick shows, and more, all presented by Roll Over Pets.

This dog-friendly fall festival features hot apple cider, apple cider donuts, pumpkin painting, free hayrides, a corn box for kids and local vendors. Guests can also enjoy $2 off Banana Bread Cider and stick around after dark for an outdoor showing of a Halloween movie.

Hailed as one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation," this annual festival is a celebration of the autumn harvest and Haywood County’s agricultural heritage. Visit the famous town of Waynesville, nestled in the NC Smoky Mountains. The downtown streets are filled with almost 200 arts and craft booths, food concessions, music, cloggers, and more. Local apple growers set up on the street to sell delicious mountain grown apples of a vast variety. In addition, many vendors offer apple cider, cake, pies, and other delectable apple goodies! Dogs must be leashed at all times.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features trick-or-treating for dogs, a dog costume contest, a bounce house for kids and BBQ for the whole family. Guests can also stop by the Neighborhood Feed vendor booth while their pups enjoy a day of festive fun.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual event featuring wonderful crafters and artisans from across the region selling unique gifts and handmade works of art. There will also be live music and performances, as well as food for purchase. Please visit their website for the most up-to-date information on directions to the area.

This dog-friendly arts and crafts festival brings together artisans from across the Southeast offering handmade treasures, including seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, furniture, jewelry and more. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash and bring water and waste bags for him. Guests can browse unique creations while enjoying a variety of festival food.

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.

Leashed dogs are welcome along to this calming workshop where participants will explore stress-reducing techniques and guided drawing prompts designed to encourage creative flow and self-expression, with no prior art experience necessary. Featuring locally made crafts and details about real estate in the mountains.

This dog-friendly fall festival features food and dessert vendors, shopping with more than 30 local vendors each day, live music and wine by the glass, bottle or flight. Guests can enjoy seasonal specials, browse unique finds and celebrate the fall season with their pups.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this community festival that celebrates nature with live music, animal encounters, hands-on nature activities and art demonstrations. Guests of all ages can enjoy an afternoon of exploring, learning and connecting with the outdoors, with snacks and drinks available throughout the event.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features trick-or-treating with local businesses and city departments, followed by an outdoor movie under the stars. Guests can enjoy costumes, candy and a movie with their leashed pups.