Dog Events in Arlington, VA

There’s 1 upcoming pet friendly event in Arlington, and 16 more nearby. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Arlington.

Pet Friendly The Washington Pug Meetup
The Washington Pug Meetup Bring your Pug, Puggle or pug-loving four-legged sibling out for a play date! The meetup will be in front of the puppy area at Shirlington Park. Fido can run and play with his friends in the fenced area. See Details
Pet Friendly DC Shiba Inu Meetup
DC Shiba Inu Meetup Bring your Shiba Inu out for a day of fun! The play date will take place in the fenced Dog Park area of Cabin John Regional Park which features benches, a water fountain and natural features for Fido to enjoy. See Details
Yappy Hours at Union Market Once a month, furry friends and their owners are invited to unwind together at this tail-wagging good time. During the event, visitors can browse pet-centric vendors, pups can chow down on doggie treats, and humans can treat themselves to adult beverages. See Details
Yappy Hours at Wharf Furry friends and their owners are invited to unwind at this tail-wagging good time. During the event, visitors can browse pet-centric vendors and pups can chow down on doggie treats. See Details
Yappy Hour Your furry friends will enjoy a paw-some time with other pet lovers. Sip some drinks, mingle with fellow dog owners and let your pups socialize in our outdoor pet-friendly patio. See Details
Barktoberfest Enjoy a day of animal adoptions, pet-related exhibits and a pet photobooth with Fido by your side. There'll be resources for pet parents, giveaways and more! This event takes place at the Chinn Park Library Fall Festival, featuring games, a used book sale, a petting zoo, music, food trucks and other family fun. See Details
Spooky Pooch Howl-o-ween Celebration Unleash the fun at the 25 acres of landscaped gardens and lush natural woodlands with your pup. Participate in their annual costume competition for prizes! The Spooky Pooch signature cocktail, light snacks and dog treats will be available at the Merriweather To Go. There's a limit of two dogs per handler. Please note that dogs must be leashed and aren't permitted on the estate outside the hours of the program. See Details
Petoberfest All are welcome to attend and enjoy family- and pet-friendly activities, including a pet parade and costume contest, lure and agility courses, pet exhibitors and rescues, children’s entertainment, and much more. Pet photo booth donations will benefit the Prince William SPCA. All pets in attendance must be leashed, and pet parade and costume contest participants must check in at 3:15 PM. Please refer to the event website on breed restrictions for the lure course. See Details
Halloween Yappy Happy Hour and Costume Contest at Certo This Halloween-themed yappy hour event will include pup cups, delicious dog treats, cocktails, a dog costume contest and stone-fire pizza specials. This event will take place rain or shine. See Details
Barktoberfest at Dovetail Patio Join Fido for a tail-wagging good time filled with fun activities! Enjoy exciting giveaways and complimentary pup cups from their partial dog menu, and don’t miss the doggy costume contest. See Details
Cafe du Paws Halloween Dog Happy Hour This Halloween-themed happy hour will feature a dog and human costume contest with prizes and a local illustrator who will be creating pet portraits. Donations are requested for the Humane Rescue Alliance. See Details
Annual Crown Farm Puppy Parade Furry friends will compete in an annual costume competition for prizes! There will be treats for both dogs and humans. See Details
Fairmont's Annual Howl-O-Ween Dress your pup in their favorite costume for the chance to win prizes. At 7:00 PM, celebrity judges will decide which pooch wins for the most creative costume, most adorable and funniest costume. Canine guests can indulge in peanut butter doggie biscuits created by Fairmont’s pastry team, and canine coolers will be placed throughout the courtyard. Humans can purchase spooky canine-themed cocktails along with puptails for four-legged guests. Enter through the M Street Alleyway straight into the courtyard to enjoy the event. See Details
Dog-O-Ween Two- and four-legged friends are invited to celebrate Halloween in this local attraction's dog parks. Dress Fido in his best costume and head over for a fun-filled afternoon featuring trick-or-treating, live music, food, dog competitions, and more! See the official website for information on the event schedule. See Details
Dog-O-Ween The whole family, including your four-legged friend, is invited to visit this fun-filled event. The afternoon will feature treats, activities for children, refreshing drinks and delicious bites. Attendees can cozy up by a fire pit and enjoy some festive fall entertainment. See Details
Pup Nights at Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights Bring your pup to experience a beautiful festival of holiday lights! Fido is welcome to join you on these six designated nights while you walk through the elegant garden trail and admire the lighted trees and displays featuring nature, winter, and holiday themes. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase. Tickets must be purchased online. Please check their website for all rules and regulations. See Details
TravelsWithOllie: November Group Hike Owners and their four-legged friends are invited to join Hannele Lahti, a dog photographer, on this 3.8-mile loop around the park. Attendees will enjoy this leisurely walk through forests to enjoy the last bit of fall color with their canine companions. See Details
Holiday Maker's Market This family-friendly event invites two- and four-legged friends to gear up for the holiday season with a winter bazaar! Visitors can sip on craft beer while browsing 30 local vendors featuring unique gifts and crafts. See Details
Santa Pictures Four-legged friends are invited to celebrate this holiday season by capturing memories with Kris Kringle! The whole family is invited to this yuletide event featuring festive goodies, prizes and more. Owners are encouraged to dress Fido in his most cheerful, jolly attire for the event. See Details
Arlington, VA, US