Dog Events in Lafayette, AL

Bring your pup to a dog fashion show and costume contest where judges will select the best looks and award prizes to the winners. Spectators can watch the runway show for free, meet adoptable dogs from Forsyth County Pet Adoption and the Humane Society of Forsyth County, and support local animal welfare organizations through event proceeds.

This annual event will feature craft beer, great food, cocktails, and the release of seasonal Oktoberfest beer. There will also be live music, a stein-hoisting competition, a keg toss, the ARTOBERfest artist market featuring local makers, and the popular Wiener Dog Race!

Sign up your pup for a splashin' good time at their water park event. Taking place on September 12th, 13th, and 19th, each day will feature one-hour time slots for both large and small dogs. Space is limited per session, so be sure to reserve your spot early. Vaccine records for Bordetella, distemper and rabies are required.

The Wiener Dog Race is part of the annual Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company! All dogs are welcome at Oktoberfest, but only Dachshunds can run in the race. The festival also features live music, craft beer, great food, cocktails, and the release of seasonal Oktoberfest beer.

This dog-friendly 5K and walk welcomes runners, walkers and well-behaved dogs of all fitness levels while raising funds for Street Paws, which helps provide food, medical care and loving homes for animals in need. Registration includes an official event T-shirt and raffle entry.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this Oktoberfest celebration featuring cold beer, German-inspired food, college football, live music and festive activities. Guests are encouraged to dress in lederhosen, dirndls or team colors and enjoy an afternoon of Oktoberfest fun!

All breeds are welcome at this annual festival! This dog-friendly Halloween fundraiser celebrates all things Dachshund with costume contests, local vendors, food trucks, refreshing beverages and plenty of fun. Guests are invited to bring a tailgate or lawn chair to enjoy the day.

Start off your day with a one-mile fun run with Fido through Ashley Park followed by live entertainment, pet vendors and lots of family-friendly activities. Hearts ‘n Homes will also have dogs on site that are in need of furever homes.

On select dates, attendees can relax in an open-air setting while watching a live baseball game on a large screen, with plenty of space for pups to join in the fun. Please check the website for scheduled dates! The event also features pet-focused vendors, local partners, and a welcoming community atmosphere designed for animal lovers. All dogs in attendance must be leashed. Remember to bring your own comfy seating! See website for additional dates.

This dog-friendly day party brings pets and their people together for a fun-filled celebration featuring a marketplace of pet vendors and businesses. Guests can shop for treats, accessories and other pet goodies while enjoying food trucks, refreshing beverages and a lively atmosphere.

Pups and their people are invited to enjoy the patio with a complimentary glass of wine for the first 50 guests with a dog. All attendees will also receive a Chewy Vet Care swag bag!

OktoFURfest is part of the annual Cullman Oktoberfest weekend and includes the festival's famous Wiener Dog Races, a pet costume contest, and more fun for Fido! Stick around after the races for Yappy Hour at the Wüffenplatz Dog Park at 5 PM.

Celebrate Oktoberfest with Fido Bavarian-style with festive brews, food and fun! Guests can enjoy beer and German-inspired food, live music, Oktoberfest games, and more. Lederhosen and dirndls encouraged!

Save the date to bring Fido out for a swim with his fellow fury friends. This event will be divided into sessions over the two days, so be sure to get tickets for the session that works best for you in advance. Please see their website for entry times and rules.

Bring Fido to this annual celebration of German heritage and one of North Alabama’s largest and most anticipated events each year. There's a multitude of activities, including a biergarten, an arts & crafts show, wagon rides, live German music, kids’ activities, a Wiener Dog race, and so much more! There's even a grassy play area for pups - the Wüffenplatz! The nearby Tito's Bar ensures no one get's thirsty. On Saturday, Fido can also enjoy the festivities at the OktoFURfest event!

Celebrate all things dogs at this pet-friendly festival featuring local vendors, rescue organizations, dog-friendly activities, live entertainment, food, and fun for the whole family. Guests can bring their pups to socialize, explore pet-related products and services, and enjoy a day celebrating the local dog-loving community.

This community festival features a chili cook-off, People’s Choice chili tasting, craft beer, live music, a curated vendor market and a cornhole tournament. Attendees can bring their leashed dogs, sample competing chili recipes, shop local vendors, and enjoy live entertainment!

Experience a night full of festive fun with lively entertainment, from a spirited pet costume contest featuring furry friends in their Halloween finest to a stein hoist competition for those ready to show off their strength. Browse unique finds from local vendors and snap keepsake photos in a charming Oktoberfest-themed photo booth.

Runners and their pups will take on wide, easy-to-navigate trails featuring rolling, flowy terrain for the first three miles, followed by a one-mile climb back to the finish. Traditional leashes and canicross setups are welcome, but please note flexi-leashes or face collars are not permitted. Fido can join the 4-mile dog-friendly race, or watch from the sidelines as the regular 4-mile race begins 30 minutes later.

Celebrate the season at this free, family-friendly fall festival featuring kids' and dogs' costume contests, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a live DJ, local vendors, and trick-or-treating. Guests can bring their four-legged friends along for an evening of autumn fun and festivities in downtown Fayetteville.