Dog Events in Tonica, IL

Bring Fido to Chicago’s premier pet-friendly black tie gala! Set at the legendary Drake Hotel, guests and their canine companions walk the red carpet, participate in live and silent auctions, and enjoy a dinner buffet and dancing. Four-legged guests will enjoy an evening of indulgences as well, including dinner served in crystal goblets at the dog buffet. Human guests be 21+ to attend the event.

You and Fido are invited to participate in the annual Thanksgiving event! Each four-legged participant needs to be registered, and their registration fee includes a race bib and Festival Foods Turkey Trot bandana. Limit one dog per person. All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations and leashed at all times (leashes must be shorter than six feet and non-retractable). Dogs will head out on the 2-mile course after all other participants have crossed the start line.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for this fun race! Afterward, light refreshments and awards will be given to each group's top three male and female runners. Costumes are encouraged.

This Thanksgiving-themed, dog-friendly 5K features a scenic course along the Danada Trail and welcomes runners and walkers of all levels and their leashed pups. Participants receive a chip-timed race entry, turkey-themed finisher medal, soft cotton T-shirt, age-group awards and free photos.

Celebrate the holidays with photos featuring your pets and family! Book a private 15-minute photo session. Please wait at the door until called as each session is private.

Shop with Fido from local crafters and check off your gift list while enjoying photos with Santa, a caricature artist, food and drinks from the bar, and more.

This dog-friendly holiday market is the perfect place to shop small and support local businesses while getting holiday shopping done with your pup. Browse handcrafted items and pet vendors, enjoy photos with Santa, and grab a drink, coffee or food while exploring everything the market has to offer.

Bring your pup for a photo with Santa! Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. The price includes a picture frame and gift bag for your pet.

On select Sundays this holiday season, bring Fido and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. The event will be held in the Lower Level Grand Court. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Experience the magic of the holidays with Fido by bringing him to the mall to meet Santa for a photo! Pet Photos will be located Lower Level East Wing below Bath & Body Works. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

On select Monday nights, capture paw-some memories with Fido for the holiday season! Each pet will receive a holiday goodie bag featuring a treat, festive bandana and toy, while supplies last. Pets must be leashed or in a carrier. Please use Entrance #1 near Macy’s and remain in the Macy’s court with your pet. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Get ready to capture paw-some memories this holiday season! Bring your furry friend and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members.

Celebrate the holidays with photos featuring your pets and family! The bar is open to the public and Live Like Roo Foundation will be set up near the front. Book a time slot on their event page.

This dog-friendly holiday makers market features handmade gifts, personalized keepsakes and unique finds for people and pets, including furry, scaly and feathered friends. Guests can enjoy pet- and people-friendly treats, meet Santa Paws for a festive photo and meet adoptable dogs from For Good Rescue and cats from Gutter Cat Adoption.

Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located in the lower level H+M wing. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Celebrate the holiday season with your pup and the Live Like Roo Foundation at this dog-friendly Holiday Pet Market featuring local vendors, holiday cocktails and coffee, photos with Santa, caricatures, and festive photo opportunities. Bring your pup to shop, socialize and enjoy a day of seasonal fun with fellow pet lovers.

Get ready to capture paw-some memories with Fido on select Monday nights this holiday season! All pets must be safely secured in a carrier or on a leash, and please enter through the Southwest entrance closest to Maggiano's. Animals will journey straight to Santa's set on the lower level of H&M Court.

On select Monday nights this holiday season, capture a festive keepsake with your pet during at this special seasonal photo experience! All pets must be leashed or secured in a pet carrier. Santa will be located on level one near the Food Court. Reservations are available online.

On select Mondays and Tuesdays, bring your furry friend and the whole family for a festive holiday photo opportunity with Santa! Pets are welcome to join in the fun and pose for a special seasonal photo. Booking is required. Santa can be fond in Dick's House of Sport wing.

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.