Dog Events in Big Bear City, CA

Widely recognized as one of Southern California’s most prestigious art and wine festivals, this dog-friendly event will showcase spectacular art, fine wine, craft beers, live entertainment, and tons of family-friendly activities! Just a short walk from the ocean, there will be 160 artists from across the U.S. and Mexico displaying painting, sculpture, jewelry design, fine glass, ceramics, woodwork, mixed media, and photography.

Bring your pup out to this fun event featuring 30+ vendors, a poodle parade, contests, demonstrations, a portrait opportunity, games with Poodles (and Poodle mixes), and more!

Come out to this annual haunted Halloween party! You and your furry friend can explore this haunted hotel featuring tricks and treats around every corner. There will also be photos with Cruella de Vil, costume contests with prizes, dog-friendly activities, a silent auction, goodie bags and more!

All dogs, Corgis and honorary Corgis, are welcome to attend this family-friendly festival! The theme for this event is Howl-O-Ween, so get your costumes ready. There will be pet-centric vendors, interactive pet and owner experiences, food trucks, selfie stations, and giveaways! The event will be held two blocks south of the iconic Huntington Beach Pier.

Pups and their people are invited to hit the course together, then stick around for a festive morning filled with a dog activities, a beer garden, and plenty of prizes. After the race, don’t miss the adoption event, where you just might meet your new best friend!

Attendees of this 21+ event can enjoy tastings from some of the best local craft breweries, snack on delicious bites, participate in activities and costume contests, and listen to music, all while supporting pets in need. The best part, Fido can be by your side during all the fun! VIP entry begins at 12:00 PM and general admission starts at 1:00 PM.

This dog-friendly fall festival features local artists and vendors, live entertainment, costume contests, craft activities, food, a scavenger hunt and a classic car show. Dogs can also join the fun and compete in the doggie costume contest.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features trick-or-treating, candy vendors, delicious food, family-friendly games and costume contests. Guests can bring their pups along for a festive evening of spooky fun!

This veterinary hospital open house celebrates a new location with fall-themed fun for pets and people! Guests can enjoy raffle prizes, trick-or-treating, games, photo opportunities and treats for both pets and people while exploring the new space and meeting the veterinary team.

Justin Rudd and his Community Action Team host one of the biggest Halloween pet events in the world! The parade is expected to include a few hundred kids and adults in costumes, followed by more than 450 costumed dogs with handlers. A few thousand human gawkers will line the parade route, including a panel of distinguished judges that will choose a few dozen human and canine costume winners. Haute Dogs will raise thousands for spay/neuter programs, adoption/rescue groups, Operation Santa Paws and other Long Beach service projects.

Join LA Frontrunners for a 5K run with your four-legged friends! Pets play such an important role in our lives, and this fun, fitness-filled day supports two incredible organizations dedicated to helping animals in need and keeping pets with the families who love them.

Join PVP Land Conservancy for a Halloween celebration! Costumed pups are invited to strut their stuff alongside their owners and show off their festive Halloween spirit.

Bring your own trick-or-treat bag to collect treats from their festive trunks while creating unforgettable memories with your furry friend! Don’t miss the costume contests; there’s even an award for pets.

Bring Fido out for a tail-wagging time! The event will feature an agility course, the pie eating and best trick contests, a dog fashion show, pet vendors, raffles, and more.

Two- and four-legged friends are welcome to browse this vibrant artisan market featuring more than 200 local makers and thousands of unique handmade goods. Shoppers can explore everything from jewelry, fashion, and home décor to artwork, specialty foods, candles, woodwork, and other one-of-a-kind treasures while supporting independent artists and small businesses.

Bring Fido along to the heart of Orange County for a day of shopping, music, food and more! This unique spot is surrounded by historic buildings, shops and restaurants in addition to event food trucks and local vendors selling handmade goods.

This community Thanksgiving run features a 5K run/walk for participants and leashed pups, and a 1K run for kids. All participants receive a participation medal, while top finishers can earn additional prizes and medals. Proceeds benefit the Upland High School Boys and Girls Cross Country Team.

This pet-friendly festival is perfect for a fun afternoon with your four-legged friend! Nestled along the scenic waterfront of Marine Stadium, this show is the largest and longest-running event in the series, featuring a vibrant mix of local makers, junior artists, live music, artisan food vendors, food trucks, and hands-on DIY crafting activities.

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 8 AM and the race begins at 9 AM.

The Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run is the original festive race for charity. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume and feel good about doing good. Bring a team of friends, family and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your pup is kept on a leash at all times. Check-in is a 7 AM and the race begins at 8:15 AM.