Dog Events Near Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ, US

Bring Fido along for a day of fun featuring dog races, photo ops, an agility course, contests, a bone bar, food and beverages, prizes, giveaways, and more, benefiting local animal rescues! Dog races will be held at designated times with several breed and size time slots to choose from.

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.

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.

Work off the Thanksgiving calories at this annual event where all participants will receive an event shirt and finisher's medal from a previous StartLine event. Please ensure Fido is leashed at all times.

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.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Take a ride with Fido through one of the world’s largest drive-through animated holiday light shows, offering families a festive, music-synced experience from the comfort of their vehicles! You'll see millions of LED lights and themed displays stretching about a mile long. People and pups must remain inside vehicles at all times. The show is rain or shine!