Dog Events in Pawnee, OK

BARKtoberfest brings the community together to celebrate pups of all shapes and sizes with live music, food trucks and more fall festivities. Make plans to meet on the lawn at the Porches & Pastures Grain Silo for the annual pumpkin patch, carnival games, pet costume contests, food trucks, bounce houses, pet adoptions and other fun activities for everyone. The event shines a light on the Porches for Pups initiative, to help every pup find a porch!

ICT Dachshunds holds the annual Running of The Weens each year at the dog-friendly Wichita ICT Bloktoberfest!

Bring Fido to this dog-friendly block party filled with live music, food trucks, yard games, and unique contests such as the stein hoist, Dad Bod Contest, and the crowd favorite Running with the Weens Dachshund races. The event showcases local, regional, and German beers, transforming the park into a lively Biergarten atmosphere.

Step into a world of gears, goggles, and creativity at this lively steampunk street festival! Enjoy vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, a costume contest, and unique attractions like a zombie run and hearse show. Pets are welcome to attend as long as they are leashed and handled by a responsible owner, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Grab your sneakers and Fido's leash to participate in a timed 5K or 1-mile walk at this heartfelt event created in honor of a beloved pup named Poppy. This race began as a way for Poppy’s devoted owner to give back after her puppy survived Parvo with the help of a veterinary assistance program. Since then, it’s grown into a powerful fundraiser supporting local rescues that help animals in need. Register by September 15, 2026, to receive a race t-shirt and swag bag!

Well-behaved, leashed dogs are invited to this spooktacular event featuring a doggy costume contest, candy and loads of fun! Two- and four-legged attendees can participate in activities, chow down on treats from food trucks, check out local vendors and more.

This fun celebration invites you and Fido to enjoy holiday snacks, cheerful mocktails, a pet and human costume contest, a silent auction, and festive booths with music and more.

All registered racing Wiener dogs are welcome the Sunday only of Oktoberfest to zip, zag, and run to the finish line! Your Dachshund will be given a numbered hot dog bun costume and run 150 feet from one end of the Dash to the other. Dogs will run in heats of five to six pups. Wieners (winners) receive prizes! Pre-registration is required.

On these select days, leashed pups are welcome to stroll, sniff, and explore the beautiful garden grounds alongside their humans. It's a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors together in a peaceful, scenic setting. Dogs must be on a non-retractable leash, with a limit of two dogs per household, and owners are expected to clean up after their pets.

The Arthritis Foundation’s race is the original festive race for charity with your pup. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume. Bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash. Check-in starts at 9 AM and the race begins at 10 AM.

Philbrook Museum of Art opens its gardens for leashed dogs to stroll, sniff, and relax with their owners during this program held the third Sunday of each month! Enjoy a full day in the gardens, bring a water bowl, and follow simple rules that keep the experience safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone.

Gathering Place’s Dog Play Days welcome leashed dogs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays only, so owners can walk and socialize their pets on permitted pathways and grassy areas. Dogs are permitted daily on Tuckabache Trail (formerly Midland Valley Trail) and RiverParks Trail. Please note that pups aren't permitted in buildings, play areas, water features and landscaped areas.