Dog Events in Zanesfield, OH

Celebrate this annual dog-friendly Halloween event with a canine costume contest themed around Ohio’s 250-year history, with small dog, large dog, and dog-and-owner categories and prizes for the top three finishers. Enjoy DIY pup cups, games, crafts, vendors, and local animal shelters that may have adoptable dogs. Food and coffee trucks will be on site, followed by a dog treat and toy scavenger hunt through the park’s Memorial Tree Garden.

This dog-friendly Halloween event features trick-or-treating along a Walk and Wag course, a pet costume contest, photo opportunities, and introductions to adoptable animals. No registration is needed to attend with your dog, but advance registration is required by October 21st to enter the costume contest. The event takes place alongside a family Halloween celebration with trunk-or-treating, inflatables, and food trucks. The event is held outdoors, weather permitting, with indoor activities planned in case of inclement weather.

Dogs can collect goodies from participating stations, compete in a festive costume contest with multiple categories, and guests can meet adoptable pets! Browse local pet vendors while relaxing with food and drinks in the brewery’s spacious outdoor beer garden.

Mutts & Co.'s annual Halloween festival celebrates dogs and their owners with a dog costume contest, trunk-or-treating, pet enrichment activities, seasonal photo opportunities, local vendors, and special treats for four-legged guests. Highlights include a Graveyard Sniffari, DIY Dog Potion Bar, and Spooky Ice Cream Bar, along with opportunities to connect with local pet businesses and animal rescue organizations.

Come check out this fun-filled outdoor Halloween celebration! Kids can dress in costume for trick-or-treating with local businesses and pups can dress up for the pet costume contest! There will also be a hay maze, mini pumpkin painting, a scavenger hunt, photo ops, games, and more! The pet costume contest starts at 2:00 PM, participants must check in between 1:30 PM and 1:45 PM. Entrants will be judged on costume design, creativity, humor, originality, behavior and charisma.

Gigi’s second annual Walkin’ the Dog is a fundraising walk and free dog festival supporting the Jess Ross Sheehan Fund for Dogs at Gigi’s. The event features a one- or two-mile walk, local rescues and vendors, adoptable dogs, dog training demonstrations, enrichment courses, and a Kids Zone with games, face painting, and a carousel.

The Wag Spot hosts a family- and dog-friendly Halloween celebration featuring a canine costume parade, a costume contest with prizes, a Halloween photoshoot, and trick-or-treating for kids and dogs. Enjoy games, goodies, and festive fun with fellow dog lovers. Costumed pups can register in advance or in person on the day of the event, with parade lineup beginning at 12:30 PM.

Car enthusiasts are invited to showcase their favorite rides and admire a variety of classic and custom vehicles during this community car show. All makes and models are welcome. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are also invited to join their owners for the festivities.

This dog-friendly fall event transforms Caesar Ford Park into a glowing pumpkin wonderland featuring hundreds of hand-painted pumpkins illuminated by black lights. Guests can explore the trails, recognize creative designs inspired by cartoons, music, horror, animals and more, and enjoy food vendors.

Shop local vendors while your dog trick-or-treats! There will be a costume contest, Halloween photos ($10), and a special 3 PM – 4 PM “Judgement Free Zone” (have you always wanted to come to a dog-friendly event, but you were afraid your dog would embarrass you by barking or being super excited? This is the perfect time for you!).

This Halloween-themed market invites guests to shop a spooky selection of unique makers while enjoying food, drinks, and a festive atmosphere. Attendees are encouraged to dress up, with fun interactions at each vendor and costume contests offering prizes for standout looks. Alongside shopping, guests can take advantage of on-site games and entertainment, both indoors and outdoors, creating a playful, family-friendly experience.

Enjoy an afternoon of Halloween fun for dogs, kids, adults, and Dog Moms of NKY members! This celebration features costume contests for dogs and kids, trick-or-treating, games, giveaways, local vendors, a coffee truck, a food truck, and professional pet photography. Guests can also shop Dog Moms of NKY merchandise, participate in a silent auction or raffle benefiting animal welfare, meet adoptable dogs, and donate blankets and beds to support a local rescue or shelter.

Celebrate Halloween with your pup at this dog-friendly yappy hour hosted by Allie's Walkabout featuring festive costumes, a costume contest, prizes, photo opportunities, drinks, and patio fun. Guests are encouraged to dress up themselves and their dogs while enjoying time with fellow dog lovers. Friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome and must remain leashed.

Dress up your pooch and join in for a morning of Halloween fun at the festival, all in support of a great cause! Whether participants plan to run, walk or simply enjoy the festivities, there’s something for everyone. Activities will include bobbing for apples, a costume contest and much more. Race starts at 9 AM.

Dress up for a memorable evening with Fido to benefit Humane Society of Greater Dayton. Enjoy gourmet cuisine, an open bar, and a special Sniff & Greet hour for pets with silver-plattered treats.

Celebrate the holidays with Fido at this festive community event featuring a Jeep parade (7 PM), tree lighting (8 PM), Santa, inflatable games for kids, food trucks, and fun National Pickle Day activities. Please note that fireworks may be part of the celebration, so noise-sensitive dogs should stay home.

Bring your furry friend out to this annual fundraiser. You'll have the opportunity to take a photo with Santa or choose a beautiful winter scene as the backdrop. Please visit their website for additional information.

Get a photo with your best friend in plenty of time for your holiday card or to give as a gift at this fun event! There will also be music, snacks, campfires, beverages and more.

This festive holiday market offers a cheerful shopping experience filled with unique, handcrafted goods from a wide variety of makers. Guests can enjoy seasonal touches like complimentary hot chocolate and coffee, photos with Santa, and a chance to receive special gift bags with surprise spending credits. The event also encourages giving back, with opportunities to support a local shelter, while providing a lively atmosphere to browse, dine, and enjoy drinks.

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.