Dog Events in Altavista, VA

The Mast Store’s HOWL-o-ween features pet costume contests, games, door prizes, and photo booth sessions. Have your pup’s caricature captured and take your pooch trick-or-doggie treating around the store to meet some of Mast’s favorite dog-friendly local partners including Elite Canine Training, the Forsyth Humane Society, Howlin’ at the Moon Bakery, Twin City Grooming, Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation (AARF) of Winston-Salem, and more.

This dog-friendly Halloween fundraiser benefits the SPCA of the Triad and welcomes the whole family for an evening of costumes and community fun. Activities include a dog and human costume contest, silent auction, wine pull, music by DJ Toonez, face painting, and opportunities to meet kittens and puppies. Food will be available from PZA and Bandito Burrito.

Leashed dogs and their pet parents are welcome to join in the fun at this exciting event! This festival features dog costume contests, a photo booth, local vendors and community partners, and food and beverages available for purchase.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this community celebration honoring a historic soda brand with live music, local vendors, food trucks, family activities, and a kids area, along with complimentary product samples, limited-edition shirts, and other giveaways while supplies last.

Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome in the general admission area of live music concerts and festivals throughout the summer in a unique setting by the Roanoke River at the base of Mill Mountain. Food and beverages are cash only and there's an ATM on site. Bring your own lawn chair and blankets or rent a chair at the event. All events are rain or shine and subject to change. See website for a complete listing.

This dog-friendly fall festival celebrates pups and their people with live music, creative activities, a costume contest, local vendors and food. Dogs can socialize, show off their costumes, or simply enjoy a day out with their favorite humans.

Put on your favorite costume and join Guilford County Animal Resources for a spooktacular trick-or-treat event where both dogs and their humans are invited to enjoy treats! This family- and pet-friendly celebration promises a fun-filled day of festive activities, making it the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with your furry friends.

This dog-friendly Halloween event welcomes dogs of all breeds and sizes to show off their costumes in a runway contest with prizes for the top three finishers. Contest entry includes an Instax print and digital photo of each dog. Guests can also browse a Halloween-themed vendor market featuring local artists and makers. The event partners with Blaizin’ Trails Bottle Babies Rescue to support finding forever homes for dogs in need.

This dog-friendly Halloween Yappy Hour features a pet costume celebration, dog treats and craft brews. Guests can dress up their pups and enjoy a festive evening with fellow dog lovers while supporting the Johnston County Animal Protection League, which will receive a portion of the proceeds.

This dog-friendly Halloween party features costume contests for dogs and their humans, with categories including Most Original, Scariest, Funniest, and People’s Choice. Guests can enjoy pizza, drink specials, music from a live DJ, caricatures, professional photography, and a witch hat craft activity. Prizes and gift cards will be awarded to costume contest winners. Dogs must be registered with a membership; day passes are available.

Dress up Fido for this fun Halloween event, featuring a costume contest, free nail trims, candy and treats!

Leashed dogs are welcome at this beloved autumn tradition set at the scenic base of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Held over six fall weekends, the celebration blends classic farm charm with festive fun. Explore 10 acres of pumpkins, wander through a 5‑acre corn maze, and embark on hayrides to the patch. Seasonal treats like kettle corn, cider, ice cream, and local beer and wine add to the festive flavors. The event will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 4 PM until 8 PM, and Saturday and Sundays from 10 AM until 5 PM.

Bring Fido to this fun event to benefit Carolina Boxer Rescue. Featuring food, beer, and lots of adorable Boxers! It'll be a fun afternoon with an amazing raffle and prizes.

Enjoy a free outdoor movie night as part of Durham Parks and Recreation’s fall movie series. Dogs are welcome, with adoptable puppies from Beautiful Together Animal Sanctuary and free pup cups for four-legged attendees. Bring blankets or lawn chairs, and arrive early to grab dinner from local food trucks.

This dog-friendly fundraiser invites guests to walk a 1.3-mile section of the Tanglewood Festival of Lights with leashed dogs, family and friends before the display opens to the public. Visitors can enjoy a food truck rodeo, shop with local vendors, and support the Humane Society of Davie County’s low-cost spay/neuter clinic, adoption program and community pet food pantry. Advance tickets are required for a designated entry time, and retractable leashes aren't permitted. All attendees must use the back gate entrance of Tanglewood off of Idols Road.

You and your pup are invited to this special event that will feature a delicious Thanksgiving meal (turkey, gravy and all the fixings) and dinner activities. Each ticket includes your meal and a drink voucher. Humans must be at least 21 years old to attend. Dogs must be registered with a membership; day passes are available. Limited tickets are available, so be sure to get yours early!

This dog-friendly holiday celebration features photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a holiday pup-up market, a canine ugly sweater contest and a food and toy drive for dogs. Guests can bring their pups for an evening of festive fun while supporting local pets in need.

Celebrate the holiday season with Fido at this festive Christmas Tree Lighting! The event begins at 5:30 PM, with live performances leading up to the tree lighting at 6:20 PM.

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 9 AM and the race begins at 10 AM.

Prepare to make paw-some holiday memories with a professional photo of your pup with Santa! There will be Triangle Beagle Rescue merchandise for sale, vendors and a food truck on site.