Dog Events in Whitakers, NC

Bring Fido to celebrate a family- and pet-friendly gathering highlighting local animal rescue organizations and helping adoptable pets find their forever homes. Browse pet-focused vendors, visit informational and educational booths, meet adoptable animals, and enjoy a fun day supporting the local pet community.

This dog-friendly Oktoberfest celebration invites pups and their people to dress in festive Bavarian-inspired costumes featuring lederhosen, pretzels and fall colors. Guests can enjoy a dog ice cream eating contest, an Oktoberfest-themed pet and people costume contest, local vendors, bark bags for registered attendees and plenty of seasonal fun.

A free, family- and dog-friendly festival celebrating outdoor recreation with a wide range of interactive activities and experiences. Attendees can enjoy adventure demos like fishing and archery, explore a pop-up market and vendor booths, and take part in hands-on fun including a kids zone and touch-a-truck. The event also features live entertainment, food options, and opportunities to connect with local organizations, all while promoting an active lifestyle and appreciation for nature.

Run, walk, or wag your way through this dog-friendly 5K supporting Vets to Vets United and its mission of pairing veterans with rescued dogs trained as service animals. The event features a scenic course, post-race celebration, vendor village, rescue organizations, raffles, music, and refreshments for participants and their pups.

Well-behaved, leashed canines can join their owners at this event, which features music, beer and food! Attendees will be able to grab fare and beverages from over 50 vendors offering cuisine from all around the world.

Fido's invited to this annual fundraiser that will feature Wiener dog racing, costume contests, guest speakers, demonstrations, vendors, raffles and more!

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at this festive event, where pups can strut their stuff in the Canine Costume Contest! Enjoy live music, cold beer, dog-friendly activities, exciting raffles, giveaways, and plenty of opportunities to mingle with fellow dog lovers.

Held in the spacious Big Field, the event brings together live performances by local musicians, over 100 independent maker vendors, and more than 50 food trucks and craft beer/cider options. You’ll also find festive activities like hayrides, inflatables, lawn games, photo booths, and a pumpkin patch stocked with free pumpkins. All dogs must be leashed, well-behaved and cleaned up after.

Hosted by US Dog Coalition & Rescue, this celebration is packed with fun for pups and their people! Enjoy exciting contests, engaging demonstrations, and plenty of chances to connect with fellow dog lovers. Local rescues will be on site with adoptable pets. Costumes are encouraged for both dogs and their humans.

This dog-friendly event features a 5K race and a 1-mile dog walk, followed by an award ceremony and dog costume parade. Following the 5K there will be a dog costume parade! 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards will be given to the best dressed pups!

All creatures great and small are welcome to this annual blessing. There will be a short service followed by individual blessings for each pet.

This dog-friendly Yappy Hour invites pups and their people to enjoy an evening at the dog park with local pet businesses and drinks available for purchase by guests ages 21 and older. Admission is free, thanks to support from Dix Park Conservancy donors.

Show off your pup at this event and meet other pet parents who share the same interest. There will be food trucks, games, raffles, contests and vendors.

Bring your leashed furry friend and explore one-of-a-kind pet architecture while enjoying a day full of activities. These custom creations are showcased and auctioned off to raise funds for local foster and rescue organizations. Bid on unique items, take part in a pet food donation drive, and meet adorable adoptable pups. Plus, shop local vendors and cheer on the fun during the pet costume contest!

Celebrate Oktoberfest with Fido at this Bavarian-inspired festival featuring craft beer, live music, food trucks, games and festive competitions. Guests can enjoy activities such as a keg toss, bag toss, stein hoist, and axe throwing while sampling food from a variety of local vendors. Gift cards are awarded to competition winners, and some contests are limited to participants 21 and older.

This dog-friendly fundraiser features a 5K and an untimed 1-mile fun run through the scenic trails of Hammocks Beach State Park. Participants can enjoy quality time and exercise with their pups while supporting Misplaced Mutts, including its efforts to help dogs find forever homes and fund a spay, neuter and wellness clinic. All participants receive a T-shirt, and 5K registrants also receive a participation medal.

Bring your pup for two laid-back afternoons of cold brews, good company and puppy love! Enjoy drinks while supporting a great cause: $1 per beer benefits a local pet rescue organization. A perfect way to relax, socialize and celebrate furry friends!

A fun race for dogs and their owners featuring timed divisions: Big Dog 11K and Lil Pup 6K. Leashed dogs can run alongside their humans on sandy, pine-forest trails; human-only 6K and 11K divisions are also available.

Leashed dogs are welcome this night only for magical displays, candy stations, a costume contest, animations, photo ops, food, beverages, and a vendor market, all in a walk-through, immersive setting. Tickets must be bought in advance, as the event has limited capacity and often sells out.

Leashed dogs and their pet parents are welcome to join in the fun at this exciting event! This festival features dog costume contests, a photo booth, local vendors and community partners, and food and beverages available for purchase.