Dog Events in Amboy, IL

Your leashed pup is welcome to accompany you at this annual fall festival on the riverfront! Celebrate German traditions with Oktoberfest brews, a variety of food trucks, local vendors, live music and activities. Festival hours are Friday from 5 PM until 11 PM, Saturday from 12 PM until 11 PM, and on Sunday from 11 AM until 5 PM.

Leashed dogs are welcome to run or walk with you on this scenic 5K trail through pastures and woodlands around Case Creek Valley. Participants will receive a custom T-shirt, a finisher dog tag, a custom race bib, and a delicious treat at the end. Hydration stations for people and pups will be available.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join this family-friendly 5K walk and charity run! Participants can enjoy a morning of movement and community with live music, food trucks, sweet treats, balloon twisting, and an animal artist. Strollers are also welcome, making this a fun event for the whole family.

Bring your lederhosen and dogs for an afternoon of fun hosted by the After Hours Rotary Club of West Allis with the City of West Allis. Enjoy beer from local breweries, food trucks, shop at pet-related vendors, get to know local non-profits, and partake in pet-friendly activities!

As part of the Annual Galena Oktoberfest, the crowd favorite Wiener Dog Races begin with registration at 11 AM. The race will feature different divisions based on age. Each heat winner advances to the semi-finals, and winners compete in the championship race for best-of-day honors in their division. Every Dachshund needs a handler to release and another to receive, with volunteers available if needed.

Bring your leashed pup for low-cost vaccines, raffles, live entertainment and food. There'll also be outdoor games and a chance to add another furry best friend to your family at their adoption booth.

Bring your leashed pup in his best costume to enjoy yappy hour with other dogs and pet parents at this annual event. Activities include an adoption meet & greet, costume contest, canine demonstrations, games and prizes, as well as food and music.

This annual festival kicks off with a ceremonial keg tapping and cannon blast. Dachshunds are invited to compete in the crowd favorite Wiener Dog Races! There will also be a stein-hoisting competition, live music, polka dancing and lessons, pumpkin decorating, great food and beer, and giant games like Jenga and Connect-4. All dog breeds welcome, as long as they're friendly and leashed. Only Dachshunds can participate in the race.

Bring your pet to the Carport and Narthax areas for a special outdoor Pet Blessing!

Bring your pup for a special outdoor Pet Blessing! Dogs are welcome to join in this meaningful celebration.

Participants are invited to walk their leashed dogs along a designated route, dressed in fun costumes or themed attire, while spectators cheer and enjoy the festive atmosphere. The event includes photo opportunities, vendor booths, and activities for all ages! The first 125 registrants are guaranteed a spot in the parade and will have the chance to compete for titles including Biggest Dog, Smallest Dog, Best Costume, Twinsies (Owner & Dog), Most Energetic, and Fan Favorite.

Enjoy a dog-friendly morning featuring adoptable animals, local rescue volunteers, pet activities, and fundraising for Second Chance Animal Rescue. Guests can meet rescue representatives, learn about adoption and volunteer opportunities, and support the organization through special bakery purchases that benefit the rescue. Additional activities include dog treadmill sessions and mini photo booth sessions with professionally edited digital images available for a donation.

This dog-friendly fall market features Corgi and Dachshund races, more than 100 crafters and small businesses, a dedicated pet vendor area, raffles and caricature artists. Bring your pup to enjoy the races, browse unique handmade goods and pet products, and take part in the many activities and entertainment throughout the event.

Celebrate fall with your pup at this pet-friendly event featuring local vendors, food trucks, music, raffles, and dog-focused activities like a lure course. Well-socialized, leashed dogs are welcome to attend with their humans, with all dogs required to use a non-retractable leash no longer than 6 feet and have a completed waiver. The event benefits Winston’s Wishes, a nonprofit supporting local dogs in need.

Enjoy a fall-themed, dog-friendly community event at the lakefront featuring vendors, food trucks, music and activities. Guests can explore shopping, enjoy entertainment, and participate in fun experiences like a lure course and raffle giveaways with pet-related prizes.

This beloved fall tradition is one of northern Illinois’ largest and longest-running festivals, drawing over 85,000 visitors each year. While pets are more than welcome to attend, keep in mind that not all businesses permit dogs inside. Be sure to ask before entering with Fido. The weekend will feature over 375 vendors offering crafts, antiques and food. On Sunday, the famous Burgoo Stew is served starting at 9 AM.

This seasonal market brings together local artisans, farmers, growers, makers and food vendors for a welcoming community experience. Held on select dates from May through October, guests can shop fresh, locally made foods and treats, browse handmade crafts and one-of-a-kind gifts, and enjoy a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere. 2026 dates include May 31st, June 14th & 28th, July 12th & 26th, August 9th & 23rd, September 6th & 20th, and October 4th & 18th.

Dress Fido in his best costume for this fun, family-friendly Halloween event complete with a canine costume contest and prizes! Pre-registration is required. The event will be held rain or shine.

The Haunted Hustle features a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Run, Dog Jog, Walk, and Kid’s Run, plus a festival after with live music and treats. The 5K Dog Jog includes a shirt, medal, snacks and a costume contest!

This dog-friendly Halloween 5K welcomes runners and walkers with their leashed pups to run or walk through the scenic, paved and generally flat course. Registration includes a short-sleeve T-shirt, finisher medal, chip-timed race bib, live results and finish-line treats for humans and dogs. Proceeds support Fetching Tails Foundation.