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.

1st Wednesdays, Apr–Oct

Yappy Hour at Washington Park

Cincinnati, OH

Yappy Hour at Washington Park

This dog-friendly monthly gathering features tail-wagging fun at the dog park with Mission Vet Urgent Care and Pet Wants, followed by a community dog walk to Elm Street Plaza. Guests can meet fellow dog lovers and enjoy time with their pups before heading out together.

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Oct 7

Hocus Pocus Dog-Friendly Trivia at Park-9 Dog Bar

Everett, MA

Hocus Pocus Dog-Friendly Trivia at Park-9 Dog Bar

Whether you’re a die‑hard fan who knows every line or just someone who loves a good witchy romp, this trivia night promises a wickedly fun atmosphere filled with laughter, friendly competition, and a whole lot of “amok, amok, amok.” It’s the perfect blend of nostalgia and Halloween‑season magic—no black flame candle required.

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Oct 8

Red Dog's Costume Party Yappy Hour

Blue Ash, OH

Red Dog's Costume Party Yappy Hour

This dog-friendly Halloween Yappy Hour invites pups to dress in their best costumes and enjoy gourmet dog snacks, a photo booth, giveaways and plenty of festive fun. Guests can also enjoy beer and delicious food from MadTree while meeting adorable costumed dogs.

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Oct 8

Yappy Hour at Jordan Park

Salt Lake City, UT

Yappy Hour at Jordan Park

This free, dog-friendly community gathering invites pups and their people to enjoy an evening of outdoor fun, socializing, and local entertainment. Guests can explore vendor booths, enjoy food and drinks, listen to live music, and let their dogs play in a designated off-leash area designed for safe, supervised fun. Outside coolers, food and beverages are prohibited, and dogs must be fully vaccinated.

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Oct 8

Yappy Hour at The Culver Hotel

Culver City, CA

Yappy Hour at The Culver Hotel

This dog-friendly Yappy Hour features cocktails, bites and signature “barkuterie” boards with fresh dog food from Furever on the hotel’s patio. Guests can meet adorable adoptable dogs from The Labelle Foundation, shop gift bags filled with goodies from local vendors and enter to win a Cleo&Hooman pet-care gift basket. A portion of event sales benefits The Labelle Foundation. Registration is complimentary but space is limited.

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Oct 8

Halloween Sky Lights & Movie Night

Spartanburg, SC

Halloween Sky Lights & Movie Night

Leashed dogs are welcome at this Halloween movie night featuring a Halloween movie shown on the videoboard followed by a custom drone show lighting up the sky with a spooky Halloween display. Guests can enjoy an evening of festive entertainment under the stars!

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Oct 9

Customer Appreciation Day at Purrrfect Bark

Columbus, NC

Customer Appreciation Day at Purrrfect Bark

Bring Fido and enjoy special in-store discounts, tasty treats for humans and pets, activities, and doughnuts.

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Oct 9

Dogtoberfest at Indian Creek Plaza

Caldwell, ID

Dogtoberfest at Indian Creek Plaza

This dog-friendly Oktoberfest celebration is dedicated to four-legged friends, featuring the crowd-favorite Running of the Wieners, a dog costume contest, a stein-holding competition and a splash pad for water-loving pups. Guests can also enjoy Bavarian-inspired festivities and beer while celebrating their canine companions. Dogs are welcome for this special event and should remain leashed.

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Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8, Jun 12, Jul 10, Aug 14, Sep 11, Oct 9

Koolau Night Market

Kaneohe, HI

Koolau Night Market

Bring your pup and get some retail therapy at this indoor and outdoor event! Shop in the comfort of the mall at the center court and check out the outdoor food trucks where you'll find dessert, dinner and snacks! There will be plenty of parking, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

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Oct 9

Howl-o-ween at Mississippi Gateway Regional Park

Brooklyn Park, MN

Howl-o-ween at Mississippi Gateway Regional Park

Enjoy a day full of free dog-friendly activities, including spooky Pawtography photos, 3-minute caricatures (bring a photo!), pup cups, and plenty of playtime in the off-leash area. No park pass required, just follow the Three Rivers dog park rules and join the fun!

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Oct 9

Art Crawl St. Cloud

St Cloud, MN

Art Crawl St. Cloud

Take a stroll downtown with Fido to check out the work of talented Central Minnesota artists! You'll find experiences like art displays, interactive exhibits, live music, specialty shopping and more. Some shops and restaurant patios are dog friendly, but be sure to check first before entering with your pup.

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Oct 9

Rockin' on the Rock - Jump Off Rock Concert

Laurel Park, NC

Rockin' on the Rock - Jump Off Rock Concert

Bring Fido along with a picnic, chair, blanket, and even a cooler (beer and wine are permitted) to this outdoor concert!

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Oct 9

Tiny Dog Meet-Up at Pup Social

Chicago, IL

Tiny Dog Meet-Up at Pup Social

Give your little pup a chance to play, socialize, and build confidence at this Tiny Dog Meetup, designed exclusively for dogs under 20 pounds. Pups can enjoy supervised, size-appropriate play in a safe, low-stress environment while their humans relax in the Pup Social lounge. Every participating dog receives a free pup cup, and staff are on hand to help ensure a fun and positive experience for all.

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Oct 9

Yappy Hour at Dix Park

Raleigh, NC

Yappy Hour at Dix Park

This dog-friendly Yappy Hour invites pups and their people to enjoy an evening at the dog park with local pet businesses and drinks available for purchase by guests ages 21 and older. Admission is free, thanks to support from Dix Park Conservancy donors.

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Oct 9

INABA Churu Rolls Out the Hollywood Red Carpet for Dogs and Cats to Celebrate 10 Years of Love in the U.S.

Los Angeles, CA

INABA Churu Rolls Out the Hollywood Red Carpet for Dogs and Cats to Celebrate 10 Years of Love in the U.S.

INABA Foods, maker of the popular Churu® lickable treats, is rolling out the red carpet for cats, dogs and the people who love them. This event is a celebration of Churu’s first 10 years in the U.S. and the launch of Churu Meal, available exclusively at Walmart. Guests and their pets can walk the Churu red carpet, capture their own Hollywood photo moment and sample Churu products.

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Oct 9

Howl-O-Ween Costume Pawty at Mattress Dogzzz

Washington, MO

Howl-O-Ween Costume Pawty at Mattress Dogzzz

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features trunk-or-treating, a chili cook-off and a pet costume party. Guests can enjoy an evening of festive activities with their pups and the whole family while supporting Open Door Animal Sanctuary.

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Oct 10

Beaglefest Benefiting Triangle Beagle Rescue

Wake Forest, NC

Beaglefest Benefiting Triangle Beagle Rescue

Show off your pup at this event and meet other pet parents who share the same interest. There will be food trucks, games, raffles, contests and vendors.

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Oct 10

Barktoberfest Pet Fair

Macungie, PA

Barktoberfest Pet Fair

Bring Fido to this fun event in the heart of the quaint town of Macungie! You will get to know what some of the local rescues are doing and how you can help them in their shared mission to find forever homes for the animals in their care. There will be food and drinks, local pet-focused vendors, training demos by Mannered Mutts, a pet blessing service, and more.

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Oct 10

Passaic County Paws in the Park

Hawthorne, NJ

Passaic County Paws in the Park

This dog-friendly community event brings together pet lovers for a day of fun, education and animal advocacy. Highlights include pet contests, demonstrations from the Sheriff’s K-9 Unit and Mounted Patrol, adoptable pets from local rescues, pet-focused vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden and family-friendly activities. Funds raised support local animal advocacy initiatives, including the Sheriff’s K-9 and Mounted Patrol Units.

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Oct 10

Savannah Wiener Dog Races

Savannah, GA

Savannah Wiener Dog Races

If you have a Wiener or almost Wiener dog, you cannot miss this annual event! All Dachshunds will be grouped by weight and must be less than 25 lbs to participate. In addition to racing, there will be other activities like a Doggy Parade and Costume Contest! Dachshund-mix dogs may race in special “Almost Wiener” heat, but are ineligible for the grand prize trophy run. Other breeds are ineligible to race, but are welcome to come cheer on their fur friends! Registered dogs need to check in at the registration desk between 9 AM – 10:45 AM.

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