Top Dog Events Worldwide

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners who are as crazy about their pets as you, there’s no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. Attend any of the dog shows, agility competitions, costume parades, festivals or fundraisers on our Dog Events Calendar and you’ll meet, hundreds maybe even thousands, of dog lovers. And since 70% of the events listed benefit humane societies, attending one is a great way to help homeless pets too.

Pet Friendly 5K Community Dog Walk
5K Community Dog Walk All friendly dogs are welcome at this leisurely event where Fido can walk or run at his own pace. See Details
Pet Friendly Paws for a Cause 5K Run and Strut your Mutt 1M Walk
Paws for a Cause 5K Run and Strut your Mutt 1M Walk Show off your dog as you run/walk in the 5k race or 1-mile walk and take part in the adjoining Dogapalooza activities by Elkhart County Parks. Both courses are looped trails and awards will be given to qualifying humans immediately after the 5k race. Check-in begins at 9:30 AM. The 5k starts at 10:30 AM and the 1-mile walk begins at 11:30 AM. Registration for both the run and the walk includes a t-shirt. Dogs must be leashed throughout the event and retractable leashes are not permitted. See Details
Dog Mom 5K Walk & Run Celebrate National Dog Mom Day with a 5k walk or run alongside Fido for a good cause. Registration gets you an official dog mom/dad shirt, finisher medals, and a donation to HSMCF on your behalf. See Details
Dogapalooza Bring Fido out for a tail-wagging good time at this dog-centric festival! There will be activities for canines and humans, food trucks, a 5k run and a 1-mile walk, and live music for you to enjoy. Rescue organizations and pet-related vendors will also be in attendance. Dogs must be leashed during this event. See Details
Midtown Race for MAC 5K This family and pet-friendly event raises awareness about the prevention of homelessness and hunger for working families. Dogs in strollers or on a leash may join you as you run or walk the 5k through the park! See Details
5k Beer Run x Billsburg Brewery Run, jog or just take a stroll with your canine friend at this 5K event! Register online in advance and check in before the race. Once you cross the finish line, you'll receive a free craft beer from Billsburg Brewery, a choice of a collector’s pint glass or seasonal swag item from the Brewery Running Series, a chance to win sweet door prizes, and access to event festivities like live music, games, goodies and giveaways. Pups must remain leashed. After the race you and your pup can hang out on the pet-friendly patio at Billsburg Brewery. See Details
Prost Brewing 5k Colorado Brewery Running Series invites two and four-legged friends to partake in this untimed, fun run, walk or jog. Participants will receive one free brew at the finish line, a collector’s pint glass or seasonal swag item, a chance to win door prizes, and more. After the 5k, attendees can listen to live music, browse local vendors, sip on tasty drinks and enjoy delicious bites from food trucks. See Details
5k Beer Run x Trap Door Brewing Fido is welcome to join you for some exercise and fun at this 5k event! All participants receive a free craft brew at the finish line (21+), a collector’s pint glass or seasonal swag item from the Brewery Running Series, a chance to win sweet door prizes and access to event festivities. There will be live music, food trucks, local vendors, fun with our partners and sponsors, goodies, giveaways and more. See Details
Dog Trot Bring Fido to this family-oriented fun run event that kicks off the award-winning Petpalooza festival. The chip-timed race will start and finish in the same location. You'll have the chance to follow a flat, easy, and enjoyable 3K or 5K route for all ages and ability levels. Awards are given to the top participants in six age groups. Please refer to their website for more information. See Details
Furry Skurry 5K Start your morning with some exercise alongside your pup! This race can be run or walked, and prizes will be awarded to the top overall finishers. After the race, stick around for food trucks, live music, pet-themed vendors, a pet costume contest, nail trims and more. See Details
5k Beer Run x Chilly Water Brewing Fido is welcome to join you for some exercise and fun at this 5k event! All participants receive a free craft brew at the finish line (21+), a collector’s pint glass or seasonal swag item from the Brewery Running Series, a chance to win sweet door prizes and access to event festivities. There will be live music, food trucks, local vendors, fun with our partners and sponsors, goodies, giveaways and more. See Details
Bark in the Park 5k and Festival Bring your dog out for a 5k run, a 1-mile walk, and a pet festival! You can enjoy shopping from vendors, participate in giveaways, a silent auction, kid's activities, pet contests, demos, and more. Bark in the Park will be held rain or shine. See Details
Animal Run 5k, 10k, Canicross Lace up your sneakers and grab your pup to participate in one of two courses. The 10k route completes the 5k loop twice, consisting of a hilly and challenging course. Chewbacca's 2-mile flat bike path offers an option for strollers and walkers. Registration opens at 6:00 AM with coffee and tea services. See Details
Palos Park Doggie Dash Once you and your pup have finished the course, stick around the post-race village to enjoy some food, explore booths of local pet-themed vendors, play some games and more! They will hold a "Pup Parade" at 10:15 AM, where all dogs are welcome to participate and prizes will be given out. For everyone's safety during this 5k & 1-mile run/walk, all dogs must be leashed (this includes the race and post-race), and leashes longer than 6 feet will not be allowed. See Details
Canine on the Creek Register yourself and your pup to participate in this one-mile or 5K run/walk on the paved and dirt trails along scenic Clear Creek. Your furry friend is welcome to join as long as he is leashed the entire time. After the race, enjoy food, beer, music and pet-related vendors. See Details
Hair of the Dog Register your furry friend to join you in running the 5K or to participate in the Weiner Dog Derby! The 5K is a traditional timed event that you can run, jog or walk and the derby is a race between all Daschunds and Daschund mixes. All human participants for the 5K will get a signature mug and a free post-run beer at the brewery. Each dog participant in the derby race will receive a treat bag and a custom race bandana. See Details
Stem Ciders at Acreage 5k Fido is welcome to join you for some exercise and fun at this 5k event! All participants receive a free craft brew at the finish line (21+), a collector’s pint glass or seasonal swag item from the Brewery Running Series, a chance to win sweet door prizes and access to event festivities. There will be live music, food trucks, local vendors, fun with our partners and sponsors, goodies, giveaways and more. See Details
Flagstaff Doggie Dash 5k Come out to this fun, family-friendly event featuring a free race for kids 9 years and younger and a 5k race for humans and their leashed pups! There will also be raffle prizes, dog yoga and more to enjoy. The kids' race begins at 8:45 AM with the 5k kicking off at 9:00 AM. See Details
Run Friends Run 5k & Pet-Friendly Fun Run Bring your pup out for a morning of fun for the whole family! The pet-friendly race is one mile and untimed. Come celebrate the community and the benefits of exercise. See Details
Dudley & His Harmony Hounds 5k Pup-Run Throw on your running shoes and Fido's leash, and head over to this race! Participants of all ages and levels are invited to take part in this fun-filled event. The 5K kicks off at 8:30 AM, with a vendor market to follow at 10:00 AM. See Details