Dog Events Near Suncrest Estates, Phoenix, AZ, US

Cheer on dozens of speedy Dachshunds during the Four Peaks Oktoberfest. Registered Dachshunds—and dogs 12 inches or shorter in the "Low Center of Gravity" division—race for glory while spectators enjoy the excitement. Only dogs that have pre-registered will be able to enter the event and participate.

Show off your pup’s spookiest, cutest, or most creative outfit in categories for small and large dogs, while enjoying Happy Hour specials and browsing local dog-friendly vendors. You can event spend the night on site with Fido at the dog-friendly Royal Palms Resort & Spa!

This family and pet-friendly event is Arizona Animal Welfare League's largest annual fundraiser, bringing out more than 3,000 people and dogs to help raise funds for thousands of homeless and medically in-need animals. Visit the event website to register in advance, and participate as an individual or a team to enjoy a 2K or 5K walk with your best friend. Other activities will include food trucks, games, raffles and vendors.

Bring Fido out for this special Halloween excursion, admiring plants and exploring trails! Dress up your pup and enjoy pup cups, pose at festive photo stations and and partake in tricks for treats for VIP Pup Club members. Dogs must be leashed, licensed, up-to-date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. Please note that dogs aren't permitted at Gertrude’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse. Dogs are only allowed at Desert Botanical Garden during special Dog Days events.

This dog-friendly pet costume competition invites pups to show off their creativity and star power in their most fabulous outfits. Guests can enjoy complimentary bone broth at the Pup-tini Bar, take photos at a glittering stage backdrop and cheer on the contestants. Winners can earn bragging rights and gift baskets filled with premium pet treats and gear.

On select Wednesday evenings, enjoy an evening excursion with your pup, admiring plants and exploring trails. Dogs must be leashed, licensed, up-to-date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. Water fountains and refill stations are located throughout the garden for your convenience, and pet strollers are welcome. Please note that dogs aren't permitted at Gertrude’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse. Dogs are only allowed at Desert Botanical Garden during special Dog Days events.

On select Saturdays, enjoy a morning excursion with your furry best friend, admiring the plants and exploring the trails. Dogs must be leashed, licensed, up-to-date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. Water fountains and refill stations are located throughout the garden for your convenience, and pet strollers are welcome. Please note that dogs aren't permitted at Gertrude’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse. Dogs are only allowed at Desert Botanical Garden during special Dog Days events.

This dog-friendly Turkey Trot invites participants of all ages to enjoy a scenic 4K walk or run through the Biltmore Estates. Leashed dogs can join their owners on the course, while participants receive light refreshments, a commemorative T-shirt and race bib. Proceeds from ticket sales support Paws for Youth and its animal-assisted therapy programs for at-risk youth.

On select Mondays, bring your pup to strike an adorable pose with Santa Claus! A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase. Reservations are highly recommended.