Dog Events in Jim Thorpe, PA

Dress your pup in their best costume for the contest, and enjoy dog-friendly games and activities! Shoppers can take advantage of one-night-only sales, grab bites from local food trucks, and sip wine from Blue Mountain Vineyards.

Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located lower level, elevator court. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Bring Fido on the best pet-friendly scenic train rides in the country at the Santa Claus Special. Climb aboard an enclosed or open-air coach from the 1920s for a 16-mile journey through the beautiful Pennsylvania wilderness, accompanied by Saint Nick. On the 1-hour narrated train ride, you’ll learn about anthracite coal’s role in the Industrial Revolution and enjoy stunning views of the Lehigh Gorge. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to ride the train free of charge.

Bring Fido along to enjoy this annual drive-through of thousands of lights and light displays featuring lighted trees, tunnels and animated characters. The path is one mile long through the park. Tickets are only available in advance through the event's website. Ticket proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations.