Dog Events in Hayward, CA

There are 14 upcoming pet friendly events within 40 kilometers of Hayward. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Hayward.

Pet Friendly Locust Street Festival
Locust Street Festival Leashed dogs are welcome at this downtown street festival featuring live music, local food vendors, craft drinks, artisan shopping and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can explore multiple blocks filled with activities, performances and pop-up experiences. See Details
Pet Friendly Paint Your Pet at Devil's Canyon Brewing Company
Paint Your Pet at Devil's Canyon Brewing Company Create a one-of-a-kind keepsake of the pet that changed your life! Bring your pup to this dog-friendly brewery and enjoy guided, step-by-step instruction as you paint a custom portrait of your pet using a pre-sketched canvas based on your submitted photo. No painting experience is necessary, and you'll leave with a personalized masterpiece to take home. See Details
Central Bark at Central Park You and your furry friend are invited to participate in a dog contest featuring raffles, music, games, and more. There'll also be food and treats for your four-legged companion. See Details
A Stroll in Sunol: Pours Picnics and Paws Bring your best furry friend to this dog-friendly celebration in historic Sunol, featuring an all-welcome dog show where every pup can take the spotlight. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are invited to join the fun while guests explore 15+ participating wineries, local artisans, food, and the scenic Sunol Depot Gardens. Festival admission is free, with wine tasting packages, food, and beverages available for purchase. Guests must be 21 or older with valid photo ID to participate in wine tasting. See Details
Bark (and Meow) Around the Block Join Berkeley Humane for their annual adopt-a-thon and dog-friendly street fair featuring adoptable pets from shelters throughout the Bay Area. The event includes live music, food, a beer garden, pet vendors, and activities for animal lovers of all ages. Guests can meet adoptable pets, connect with local organizations, and support lifesaving animal welfare efforts. See Details
Kapnek Trust USA Fun Run and Carnival Leash up Fido and join this community event featuring a 5K run and 1K kids’ run/walk, followed by a healthy brunch, live music by the Chinayakare Ensemble, and a festival atmosphere with carnival games, a rock wall, bounce house, arts and crafts, and prizes for top finishers. All participants receive a commemorative T-shirt. See Details
Dog Days with the San Francisco Giants Take Fido out to the ballgame! Arrive early for the pregame Field Parade with your pup. Please note that both you and your dog must have a special event ticket to participate. Partial proceeds from each ticket will benefit the SF SPCA. See Details
Joybound Around Town on Broadway Bring Fido to this beloved annual celebration of the human-animal bond kicks off with a one-mile fundraising pet walk where participants and their furry companions stroll through downtown to raise funds for Joybound’s rescue and community programs. The festivities continue with a vibrant pet wellness festival featuring adoptable animals, pet-related vendors, demonstrations and activities, and the popular Paw-rade Walk and Best-Dressed Pet Contest. The event is free to attend, with registration required only for the pet walk. See Details
Bark In the Park San Jose This is one of the largest dog festivals in the United States, with more than 6,000 dog lovers and 2,000 dogs. Event highlights include the HSSV Wellness Clinic, the Veterinary Emergency Group TOP DOG Main Stage Contests, including the popular Dog-Costume Contest, Dog/Owner Look-Alike Contest and Tail-Wagging Contest, demonstrations, vendors, delicious food and drink, and the San Jose Water Company Misting Tent. See Details
Lafayette Art & Wine Festival This annual event is among the largest in Contra Costa County, drawing over 85,000 attendees. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome, especially during the cooler morning hours when sidewalks are less crowded. Dog owners are encouraged to ensure their pets are comfortable in crowds, stay hydrated, and take advantage of the dog cooling station located at 30 Lafayette Circle. Festival-goers can explore more than 200 booths featuring arts, crafts, and fine art, enjoy a variety of foods from local restaurants and food trucks, and sample quality wines and microbrews. Live music will be performed continuously across four stages. See Details
Blues, Brews & BBQ Visitors can enjoy the annual celebration of world-class blues musicians, local craft breweries and smoky BBQ vendors. Headliners include Chris Cain, Terrie Odabi and Aki Kumar Blues Jam. Set in a scenic community park with bay views, the family-friendly festival welcomes well-behaved dogs on a leash, and a dog park is available in lower Washington Park. See Details
Corgi Con Known as the largest corgi gathering in “Corgifornia” (and possibly the world) this festive event draws thousands of Corgis and their humans for a day full of fun, races, costume contests, group photos, and corgi-themed games and vendors. See Details
Barks & Boos at The Ameswell Hotel Dress Fido in his best costume and head over to this spooktacular event with tasty treats, local vendors, and family fun! From 11:00 AM–12:00 PM, enjoy Spooky Fun on the Field, followed by a Pet Parade from 12:00–12:30 PM, and the Costume Contest Winners announced 12:30–1:00 PM. See Details
Patchwork Show Oakland Leashed dogs are welcome at this bi-annual show that features local vendors in a waterfront setting. After the show, grab a bite or a drink from dozens of area restaurants or bars. See Details

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Hayward, CA, US 94545