Dog Events Near West Loop Gate, Chicago, IL, US

This dog-friendly disco celebration features neon décor, themed music and lighting, special drinks, Yappy Hour deals and disco-inspired photo opportunities. Guests are encouraged to dress in neon, metallics or festive disco outfits while their pups enjoy a glowing foam party in the off-leash park. Tickets include access to the foam party, off-leash play and Pup Social’s amenities.

This dog-friendly market brings together local small businesses offering pet treats, apparel, accessories, handmade goods, and pet services. Visitors can shop for their dogs and themselves, enjoy event-only specials and giveaways, and meet local makers. Activities include dog trick-or-treating, a costume contest, custom pet portraits, Halloween photos, canine massage, and a dog painting station. Admission includes a tote bag and contest entry.

Harry Caray’s Navy Pier hosts an annual Halloween costume contest benefiting PAWS Chicago, with categories including Most Creative, Cutest, Spookiest, Best Ensemble or Pair, and Best in Show. Winners receive prizes such as SeaDog tickets, Navy Pier Ferris Wheel passes, restaurant gift certificates, and a staycation package. Yappy Hour features samples for humans, a dog treat bar, a dog tag machine, pet swag, and more.

Dog owners are invited to bring their pets to a Halloween costume parade and contest featuring scariest, cutest, and most creative categories. Humans can join the competition, too! Prizes include gift baskets with dog goodies, treats, gift cards, and more. A photo booth will capture memories, and dog treats and Halloween cocktails will be available.

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.

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.

Bring Fido to an authentic German-Style holiday market featuring vendors selling traditional German, local and international food and beverages as well as hand-crafted artisan merchandise. Leashed dogs are welcome to the outdoor areas of the market, but aren't permitted in the indoor areas or tents. Admission times vary; check their website for current hours of operation.