Dog Events in St James, LA

This annual weekend event features spooky flair that celebrates the rich folklore that exists along the bayous of Southeast Louisiana. It showcases live music, cultural activities, children’s activities, Cajun food, the Krewe Ga Rou parade, and so much more. Bring your pup in a costume and enter the pet costume contest on Saturday! All proceeds go to the South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center. Please leash and clean up after your pets.

This pet-friendly beer-tasting event features over 100 craft brews from near and far. All ticket and merchandise sales benefit Companion Animal Alliance, the East Baton Rouge Parish animal shelter. Leashed pups are welcome!

Reindog Run is a festive, dog-friendly 2-mile run at Comite River Conservation Area that invites teams of one human and one dog to race the trails and compete in costume contests. The event is organized by BREC and includes prizes by weight class and post-race awards.

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 8 AM and the race begins at 9 AM.

Enjoy over one million twinkling lights on a 2.25-mile driving tour through the park with Fido! A limited number of tickets will be sold per day and time slot. All tickets must be purchased online in advance. Please note that pets are welcome on the driving tour, but aren't permitted on the walking tour and cannot be left in the car without you.