Dog Events in Topton, NC

This free, dog-friendly festival celebrates DuPont State Recreational Forest with a variety of outdoor activities for all ages. Guests can enjoy drop-in activities, demonstrations, guided tours and hikes while learning about the forest’s hiking and biking trails, equestrian areas, wildlife and local history from expert volunteers and partner organizations.

This dog-friendly fall festival features hot apple cider, apple cider donuts, pumpkin painting, free hayrides, a corn box for kids and local vendors. Guests can also enjoy $2 off Banana Bread Cider and stick around after dark for an outdoor showing of a Halloween movie.

Hailed as one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation," this annual festival is a celebration of the autumn harvest and Haywood County’s agricultural heritage. Visit the famous town of Waynesville, nestled in the NC Smoky Mountains. The downtown streets are filled with almost 200 arts and craft booths, food concessions, music, cloggers, and more. Local apple growers set up on the street to sell delicious mountain grown apples of a vast variety. In addition, many vendors offer apple cider, cake, pies, and other delectable apple goodies! Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Runners and their pups will take on wide, easy-to-navigate trails featuring rolling, flowy terrain for the first three miles, followed by a one-mile climb back to the finish. Traditional leashes and canicross setups are welcome, but please note flexi-leashes or face collars are not permitted. Fido can join the 4-mile dog-friendly race, or watch from the sidelines as the regular 4-mile race begins 30 minutes later.

This dog-friendly 1-mile untimed walk invites participants and their four-legged friends to enjoy a morning of fitness, fun and community. Registration includes an event shirt, finisher medal, entry into the pet costume contest and access to the Wellness Village, entertainment, vendors and post-race festivities. Dogs must be friendly and well-socialized, remain on a non-retractable leash no longer than 6 feet and have a dedicated handler.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual event featuring wonderful crafters and artisans from across the region selling unique gifts and handmade works of art. There will also be live music and performances, as well as food for purchase. Please visit their website for the most up-to-date information on directions to the area.

This dog-friendly arts and crafts festival brings together artisans from across the Southeast offering handmade treasures, including seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, furniture, jewelry and more. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash and bring water and waste bags for him. Guests can browse unique creations while enjoying a variety of festival food.

Hosted by AthensPets and presented by Phil Hughes Honda, this annual event features a costume contest beginning at 3:00 PM, with the parade starting at 4:30 PM. Categories include Best Theme Costume, Best Pet/Handler Combo, and Best General. Participants can enjoy live music from Historic Athens' Porchfest and local vendors. All dogs on the parade route must be registered. Registration of dog(s) must be completed prior to parade. Registration closes once 150 dogs are registered. Please see additional rules on the event's website.

Leashed dogs are welcome along to this calming workshop where participants will explore stress-reducing techniques and guided drawing prompts designed to encourage creative flow and self-expression, with no prior art experience necessary. Featuring locally made crafts and details about real estate in the mountains.

This dog-friendly fall festival features food and dessert vendors, shopping with more than 30 local vendors each day, live music and wine by the glass, bottle or flight. Guests can enjoy seasonal specials, browse unique finds and celebrate the fall season with their pups.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features trick-or-treating with local businesses and city departments, followed by an outdoor movie under the stars. Guests can enjoy costumes, candy and a movie with their leashed pups.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration transforms the ballpark into a spooky family festival! Dogs can enjoy a dedicated area on the concourse, while guests can also explore family activities. Dogs aren't permitted on the field, and admission is free for pups.

Your leashed canine companion is invited for a fun outing. The event will feature live music, raffles, pet contests, vendors, food, pet adoptions and much more!

This family- and dog-friendly Halloween event is packed with festive activities for all ages. Highlights include a costume contest and parade, pet costume contest, trick-or-treating downtown, live music performances, a beer garden, vendors and more.

Leashed dogs are welcome outside and inside the Trailside Brewing area at this Halloween celebration! Guests can shop from 35+ local artisans, makers and small businesses, join in a spooky scavenger hunt, and participate in the costume contest.

Bring Fido to this annual event celebrating Appalachian heritage with live traditional and folk music, artisan vendors, regional food, and community spirit. The two‑day event kicks off Friday evening with performances under the stars and continues Saturday with a full slate of music and cultural experiences. Attendees can bring chairs, enjoy the scenic historic grounds, and even camp on site for a complete festival weekend.

This Halloween event features safe trick or treating for families! The event will be held rain or shine.

This dog-friendly Halloween event features a judged costume parade for dogs, along with an expo showcasing educational booths, pet businesses and rescue groups. Guests can also enjoy food trucks and support the Companion Animal Initiative of Tennessee through a pet food drive. The event takes place rain or shine.

This dog-friendly Halloween festival features a scavenger hunt, pet-focused vendors, a virtual costume contest and more paw-some activities for dogs and their people.

This family-friendly fall celebration features Truck-or-Treat with specialty vehicles and plenty of treats, more than 20 local vendors, seasonal finds and handmade goods. Guests can also enjoy family-friendly activities, fall entertainment and Halloween fun, with costumes encouraged.