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    Dog Events in Rye Valley, VA

    Here are the pet friendly events closest to Rye Valley. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event.

    Pet Friendly Annual Picklefest
    Aug 22

    Annual Picklefest

    Asheville, NC
    Annual Picklefest Celebrate all things pickled at this annual event that welcomes leashed dogs! Enjoy a unique lineup of pickle beers from top breweries, quirky pickle-themed vendors, games like Pickle on a String and the Gherkin Grab, plus live music. Don’t miss the pickle cotton candy, shaved ice, and the legendary Pickle Speed Eating Contest. See Details
    Pet Friendly Bug’n at the Farmpark
    Aug 21–22

    Bug’n at the Farmpark

    Denton, NC
    Bug’n at the Farmpark This Volkswagen Bug enthusiast show brings together owners and fans of the iconic VW Beetle for a weekend of fun. Leashed dogs are welcome. The event features a display of show cars, live music, food vendors, merchandise and automotive vendors, and opportunities for camping on the FarmPark grounds. See Details
    Aug 22

    Annual Corn Celebration at Nix Pumpkin Patch

    Hendersonville, NC
    Annual Corn Celebration at Nix Pumpkin Patch Enjoy a family-friendly day with your leashed pup featuring local vendors, free face painting, a bouncy house, a food truck, and freshly picked sweet corn. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of outdoor fun, local shopping, and delicious seasonal treats. See Details
    Apr 9–Aug 27

    Pups in the Park + Pups Run the Bases with Dash

    Winston-Salem, NC
    Pups in the Park + Pups Run the Bases with Dash Leashed dogs are welcome at this Bark in the Park-style weekly event. After the game, dogs and their owners can go onto the field for Pups Run the Bases, creating a fun, pet-friendly night at the ballpark. The games will take place on April 9, 16, and 30; May 14 and 28; June 4 and 18; July 2 and 23; and August 6 and 27. See Details
    Daily, Jun–Aug

    Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

    Hendersonville, NC
    Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail Bring Fido, on a leash, to experience Bullington Gardens' Fairy Trail! A wonderful, imagination filled trail with fairy houses and whimsical landscapes along the way. Please ensure children and pets are supervised at all times. Dogs and loud noises can scare the fairies into hiding. The trail is closed on Sundays. See Details
    Aug 29

    WNC Bigfoot Festival

    Marion, NC
    WNC Bigfoot Festival Leashed dogs are welcome at this quirky, family‑friendly celebration that embraces the legend of Bigfoot with a mix of fun, entertainment, and local culture. Attendees can enjoy live music, food vendors, craft and merchandise booths, games, and activities for all ages. The festival also features unique Bigfoot‑themed attractions and contests. See Details
    Apr 14–Sep 1

    Hickory Crawdads Dollar Dog Tuesday

    Hickory, NC
    Hickory Crawdads Dollar Dog Tuesday Enjoy a Bark in the Park event with Fido at Hickory Crawdads home games! During these games vistiors can enjoy hot dogs for $1. The dates for 2026 include April 14, May 5 & 19, June 2, 16 & 23, July 21, August 4 & 18, and September 1. See Details
    Sep 5–6

    Labor Day Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center

    Charlotte, NC
    Labor Day Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center Celebrate the holiday weekend outdoors with Fido at a lively outdoor festival featuring trail races through scenic wooded terrain, a variety of all-level yoga sessions, and ongoing recreational activities. Guests can enjoy live music performances alongside opportunities to stay active and unwind in a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere centered on nature and adventure. See Details
    May 23–24, Jun 6–7, Jul 4–5, Aug 1–2, Sep 5–6

    Art on the Greene

    Banner Elk, NC
    Art on the Greene On the first weekend each month, this popular outdoor art show welcomes leashed dogs and brings together a curated selection of local and regional artisans showcasing high-quality, handmade works across a wide range of mediums, including pottery, woodwork, glass, metal, and painting. Guests can browse one-of-a-kind pieces, from fine art to functional crafts, while enjoying food vendors and a relaxed, walkable setting surrounded by shops and restaurants. See Details
    Sep 4–7

    Labor Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

    Rutherfordton, NC
    Labor Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom Wrap up summer with a laid-back Labor Day camping weekend filled with great food, outdoor fun and live music. Enjoy food truck favorites, creative paint-and-lick activities for pups, Yappy Hour socials, professional canine photography, doggy ice cream, and exciting lure coursing. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE. See Details
    Sep 4–7

    Labor Day Harvest Festival at Grandad's Apples N' Such

    Hendersonville, NC
    Labor Day Harvest Festival at Grandad's Apples N' Such Bring Fido by the farm for some fun on Labor Day weekend! Enjoy four days of festive fall fun celebrating the best of the local harvest and community. Savor fresh-picked apples, cider donuts, and baked goods, grab a bite from food trucks, and shop a variety of small businesses. There will also be live music, a corn maze, playful attractions, and activities for kids. See Details
    Sep 12

    Pooches in the Pool at Splash Valley Water Park

    Roanoke, VA
    Pooches in the Pool at Splash Valley Water Park Dogs are welcome to splash in the pool! Tennis balls will be provided, dog agility, costume contest, photo ops, and more. Register in advance online. Your pooch's vaccinations must be up to date and a liability waiver will be completed on site prior to entry. See Details
    Sep 12

    Annual Renaissance Festival

    Mills River, NC
    Annual Renaissance Festival Bring Fido out for a full day of medieval fun with Warriors of Ash showcasing full-contact combat in a tri-blade bracketed tournament. Enjoy live music, a dusk fire-spinning show, and interactive activities, and meeting the King & Queen. Browse 40+ unique vendors, from glass blowing to fairy hair, and feast on turkey legs and classic fair food. Dogs are welcome inside and outside. See Details
    Sep 12

    Jump Off Rock Concert

    Laurel Park, NC
    Jump Off Rock Concert Bring Fido along with a picnic, chair, blanket, and even a cooler (beer and wine are permitted) to this outdoor concert! The rain date is September 13th. See Details
    Apr 21–Sep 13

    High Point Rockers Baseball

    High Point, NC
    High Point Rockers Baseball You don't have to wait for a special Dog Night to Bring Fido out to the ballgame! Dogs are welcome at any home game throughout the season at this bark in the park-style gathering. Check their website for this year's schedule. Then, just stop by Guest Services to register your dog and enjoy the game together! See Details
    Jun 10–Sep 17

    Arbor Evenings at The North Carolina Arboretum

    Asheville, NC
    Arbor Evenings at The North Carolina Arboretum Set in the lush Baker Event Lawn and surrounding gardens, guests can sip beer, wine, or soft drinks from the on-site Green Gardener’s Shed, enjoy rotating food trucks, and stroll amid live performances spanning Americana, folk, jazz, bluegrass, country, pop, and more, all while basking in the glow of the golden hour. Leashed dogs are welcome and must be cleaned up after. See Details
    Sep 19

    Dog Day at the Pool

    Statesville, NC
    Dog Day at the Pool Dogs are welcome to come swim at the pool for its last day of the season! There will be separate time slots to choose from based on your pup's size upon registration. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required and there's a limit of two dogs per handler. Handlers must be at least 18 years of age. Drinking water will be provided for the pups. Please note that humans are not permitted in the pool. See Details
    Sep 17–19

    Carolina Pickers Antique & Auto Festival

    Denton, NC
    Carolina Pickers Antique & Auto Festival Leashed dogs are welcome at this beloved gathering of antique and vintage enthusiasts, featuring hundreds of vendors offering everything from primitives and industrial salvage to classic advertising signs, vintage furniture, bottles, bicycles, auto parts, and more. Held in both spring and fall, the festival includes live music, train rides on the Handy Dandy Railroad, a live auction, food vendors, and a lively marketplace atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family. See Details
    Sep 19

    Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon

    Salisbury, NC
    Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon This family-friendly fundraising event invites animal lovers of all ages to walk alongside their own dogs, friends, family, or fellow supporters while raising money to help homeless animals in need. Participants will collect pledges and donations to support the dogs and cats of Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary. Funds raised will help provide veterinary care, food, shelter, spay and neuter services, enrichment, and lifelong care for animals awaiting adoption. Enjoy a morning filled with walking, community spirit, contests, team competitions, prizes, and opportunities to meet some of our adoptable animals. See Details
    Sep 20

    Sit! Stay! Drink! - Charity Benefit for ABLAR

    Morganton, NC
    Sit! Stay! Drink! - Charity Benefit for ABLAR Enjoy a raffle with great prizes for both you and your furry friends, a silent auction featuring exciting adventures and local products, and try out the new obstacle course to test your teamwork with your pup. The event also includes a special Blessing of the Pups, meet-and-greet opportunities with adorable ABLAR cats and dogs, and the chance to secure more Adopt-A-Row plaques. Friendly pups welcome on a leash! Admission includes one glass of wine (21+), a food plate and dessert. See Details
    Rye Valley, VA, US