Dog Events in Steinhatchee, FL

Enjoy a family- and dog-friendly day featuring a car, truck, Jeep, and motorcycle show with 17 competition categories, live entertainment, food vendors, axe throwing, mini golf, a beer and wine bar, and a 50/50 raffle.

This dog-friendly 5K run/walk supports Florida Giant Dog Rescue and welcomes participants to bring their canine companions for a fun, active outing. Registration includes a short-sleeve T-shirt, finisher medal, 5K entry, chip-timed race bib, live results and finish-line treats for both humans and dogs. Awards and results are available immediately following the race.

Join an off-road community event honoring fallen law enforcement officers and K9s through a weekend of trail riding, camping, vendors, demonstrations, and remembrance activities. Guests can explore designated trails, participate in guided rides, and enjoy food, raffles, and fellowship while supporting charitable causes. Leashed dogs are permitted in camping areas when supervised and not left unattended.

Bring Fido to this annual event that features live entertainment, 100+ vendors, food trucks, and street performers throughout the area. The event wouldn't be complete without the Junior Sunshine Parade with Santa and his elves! The night will conclude with a fabulous tree-lighting ceremony.

Bring Fido for a Thanksgiving Day hike on the scenic Gopher Tortoise Trail led by a Park Ranger and staff! A parking fee is required.

Dress Fido up in his best holiday outfit to get his Christmas pictures taken at this festive event! Santa will be there ready to pose with your pets, and you're welcome to bring your camera to get extra shots. The first 50 guests will receive a goodie bag. Guests can also meet adoptables from Rescue Dogs Dream, Inc.

Join Trisha from Dawg Phonics for Pet Pics with Santa benefiting the Tampa Bay Retired K9 Foundation! With festive holiday scenery and Santa himself, it’s the perfect opportunity to capture a merry memory with your pet while supporting retired K9 heroes. All pets are welcome!

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Every first Friday of the month, you and Fido are invited downtown to enjoy live music, check out vendors, play lawn games, eat from food trucks and more!