Dog Events in Avalon, NJ

There are 10 upcoming pet friendly events within 20 miles of Avalon. 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 Avalon.

Pet Friendly Hot Rods at the Hangar
Hot Rods at the Hangar Rev your engines for this action-packed celebration of classic cars and aviation history. This event features hot rods, live music, food trucks, crafts, and more. Trophies will be awarded to standout rides, making it a can't-miss day for car lovers and history buffs alike. Two- and four-legged friends are welcome! See Details
Pet Friendly Independence Day Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village
Independence Day Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring your pup to enjoy patriotic family activities, programs and live entertainment. There will also be demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details
Seafaring & Maritime Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring your furry friend to this event featuring pirates, music and family fun! Guests will learn about maritime history and culture of the Jersey Cape. Historically-clothed interpreters will demonstrate the trades, crafts and lifestyles of Early America. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that dogs aren't permitted inside buildings. See Details
Revolutionary War Encampment Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring Fido along and learn about the Revolutionary War. This event will feature encampments, weaponry displays and demonstrations from living history groups that depict various conflicts through the centuries. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details
Puppapalooza This event features two parts: a one-mile beach stroll with Fido, and a doggie pool party. Walk participants receive free admission and a special time slot to the pool party, as well as a pup-themed goody bag full of Puppalooza swag. During the pool party, dogs can paddle in the river adventure, play in the fountain pool or fetch tennis balls in the activity pool at Raging Waters Water Park. Guests who purchase the Puppapalooza Pool Party Pass earn their pups free rein to paddle along the river adventure or fetch tennis balls in the Raging Waters Water Park activity pool. Owners will find food and beverage options (and doggie ice cream) at PigDog Beach Bar for purchase.

Each dog must have a designated handler for admission. Admission grants you an hour of splash time in Raging Waters Water Park.
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Civil War Encampment Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring Fido along and learn about the Civil War. The Village will be recreated into a rural community in the 1800s with civilian reenactors authentically dressed and teaching guests about the everyday lives of Civil War soldiers and the roles civilians played. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details
Fiber Arts Festival & Antique Car Show at Historic Cold Spring Village Leashed dogs are welcome at this special event featuring fiber art themed crafters and vendors. Guests will also be able to check out the antique cars lining the Village lanes. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details
Lower Township Rotary Club Pumpkin Festival Bring Fido to the spookiest time of the year at the Village! Families can enjoy pumpkin painting, a Halloween parade and games throughout the day. A variety of crafters will sell their wares along the Village’s shell-paved lanes, and there will also be music and food vendors. Guests are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods to the ‘Share the Harvest’ Food Drive. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details
Dog Days Bring Fido to this annual weekend event on the boardwalk! Leashed dogs are welcome on the Boardwalk from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Oct. 25 and from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Oct. 26. On Saturday there'll be pup-centric vendors, photo-op stations and the announcement of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year” by the Humane Society. See Details
Avalon, NJ, US