Other Dog Activities in Illinois

Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, IL, is dog friendly. This pedestrian waterfront hike spans from Lake Shore Drive to Lake Street in downtown Chicago, encompassing restaurants, a public art gallery and a museum right on the riverwalk.

Take a trip to the country and enjoy the view at the dog-friendly Galena Cellars Winery & Vineyard in Illinois. Book a tour, relax in the tasting room or deck, and experience how Galena Cellars wine is made. There’s always fun happening at the vineyard. Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas of the vineyard. Call ahead for seasonal hours.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a former nursery in Rockford, IL, that features a combination of plants native to the midwest and from around the world. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are allowed on the pet-friendly grounds. Please clean up after your pet. Pets may NOT be left in cars during your visit.

Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, IL, features 1.75 miles of brick paths, fountains, bridges, meeting and event places, outdoor sculpture and artwork, recreational facilities, and celebratory memorials. Leashed dogs are welcome on the Walk, and there is plenty of shade and water spigots available along the way. Great place unwind and relax. Nearby Riverwalk Cafe welcomes dogs on their patio and offers a simple doggie menu.

Super Museum & Gift Store is a dog-friendly museum in Metropolis, IL. You can bring your leashed dog into the gift shop, but you must ask a staff member to meet your dog before being allowed into the museum areas. The museum features over 70,000 items from the life's work of longtime Superman enthusiast and collector, Jim Hambrick, who has amassed one of the greatest collections of Superman memorabilia in the world. The museum is organized around particular eras and portrayals of Superman, spanning television, movies, and comics. Across the street, be sure to visit the World's Largest Superman Statue - A 2-ton bronze monument representing the town's claim to being his birthplace.

Lena Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery in Lena, IL. Dogs are welcome to join their owners inside and out at this popular brewery, as long as they are on a leash. Located among the rolling hills of Lena, this former feed mill building is popular among local beer enthusiasts who are looking for beer brewed the right way. Inside, there's shuffleboard and live music from time to time, which Fido is welcome to attend, and there are a few dog toys and snacks available for purchase.

You and Fido can take a walk down History Lane, literally, to visit Lincoln's New Salem in Petersburg, IL. This pet-friendly historic site allows you to walk through the reconstruction of the old village of New Salem, where former president, Abraham Lincoln, lived in the 1830s. Please leash and clean up after four-legged visitors.

Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. is a dog-friendly farm distillery located just south of DeKalb, IL. Fido is welcome to join you outside on their charming whiskey garden patio. Check their website for a food truck and live music calendar.

Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park in Skokie, IL, is a pet-friendly park featuring a variety of sculptures and art installations. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a walk on one of the trails or a picnic at the picnic shelters.

McHenry Outdoor Theater is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in McHenry, IL. This nostalgic pastime is still going strong and invites you to bring your pooch along to watch a new release or a classic feature from the comfort of your car. Dog owners are reminded not to disturb other moviegoers by only bringing well-behaved dogs along who don't bark at the exciting scenes. If your dog needs a bathroom break, don't forget to clean up any mess that is left behind.

Featuring sixteen lines of revolving beer on tap and over two-hundred-and-fifty different packaged beers, BeerShop in Oak Park, IL, is dog friendly. Packaged beer can be consumed at the shop, next to your leashed canine companion, or you can grab a beer to go. BeerShop also serves a limited amount of cider, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and coffee and pastry (on the weekends). This relaxed space encourages guests to order food from its restaurant neighbors, or order from the occasional food truck on the property.

Well-trained and leashed dogs are welcome to join you for an Old World brewed beer at Scorched Earth Brewing Company in Algonquin, IL! Fido is welcome in the pet-friendly beer garden only, must be cleaned up after, and cannot get on the tables. Scorched Earth is a bring your own food establishment, which encourages deliveries from local restaurants, and occasionally hosts food trucks.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co is a pet-friendly microbrewery and taproom in downtown Springfield, IL. They serve a variety of house-brewed craft beers including pilsners, pale ales, IPAs, brown ales, and guest ciders. Your pup can join you inside the cozy taproom or on the patio in front of the brewery.

Open seasonally, Valley Orchard is a dog-friendly, 35-acre, family-owned orchard in Cherry Valley, IL. Friendly, leashed dogs who are up-to-date on vaccinations are welcome to to join you to pick fruit, the owners just ask that you bring waste bags and pick up after them. Berries are available in the summer, and apples, raspberries and rhubarb are available in the fall. They also make their own apple cider in the fall and offer slushies, homemade pies, cider donuts, caramel apples, fudge and cinnamon bread. The store sells many fall decorations, linens, candles, jellies, salsas, honey, pumpkins, gourds and more.

Route 34 Drive-In Theater is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in Earlville, IL, where your leashed dog is welcome to join you, or enjoy the freedom of relaxing in the car. This drive-in features a full snack-bar and grill. It's location is bounded by corn fields far from ambient city lights, offering an excellent movie watching experience. This attraction closes for the winter season, and they are a cash only business.

Geneva Winery is a pet-friendly winery in Geneva, IL, where dogs are welcome to join their owners on the lovely outdoor patio. You can sample their creations outside the historic home which houses the winery. They offer an extensive variety of wines, from red to white to dessert and more. Bottles may be purchased for enjoyment on the property.

Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table at Alto Vineyards, a dog-friendly winery in Champain, IL. You can enjoy a variety of their award-winning, high quality wines. They also have frequent events and a schedule can be viewed on their website.

Skyview Drive-In Movie Theater is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in Belleville, IL. Showing movies since 1949, this pet-friendly movie theater is a great place to catch a double bill with your pooch by your side. Check their website for updated show times and available films.

Harvest Moon Drive-In is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in Gibson City, IL. This nostalgic pastime is still going strong and invites you to bring your pooch along to watch a new release or a classic feature from the comfort of your car. Dog owners are reminded not to disturb other moviegoers by only bringing well-behaved dogs along who don't bark at the exciting scenes. If your dog needs a bathroom break, don't forget to clean up any mess that is left behind. Theater accepts cash only at the box office but takes credit and debit cards at the concession stand.

Riggs Beer Company brews up a refreshing lineup of year-round and seasonal lagers in a festive atmosphere that offers dog-friendly outside tables. There is no food service, but a rotating fleet of food trucks are always on site. Dogs are welcome to join their owners in the enclosed seating area out back.