Dog Events in Clarks Hill, SC

Bring Fido to this four-day music festival! You and your pup will enjoy Bluegrass, Americana, Folk, Roots, and Rock music throughout each day. Camping is encouraged and there will be food, drink, and hydration stations. Friendly dogs allowed; clean up after them and pack water and a bowl.

This dog-friendly event lets pups cool off and have fun playing in the splash pad at Unity Park before it closes for the season. Registration is required, and vaccination records must be provided. The event features designated time slots for all dogs to play, and one time slot for small dogs under 25 lbs only. Each pup is allowed to have a maximum of two people accompanying them and there's a limit of two dogs per person.

Support a local fire department while enjoying a community festival featuring more than 100 craft vendors, a variety of food options, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Leashed dogs are welcome as you shop handmade goods, enjoy local flavors, and connect with the community.

This dog-friendly hiking event partners with Rabun Paws 4 Life to give participants the chance to meet adoptable dogs and take them for an adventure along the North Rim Trail. Guests can enjoy a scenic hike with a new furry friend, and same-day adoption is available for those who find their perfect hiking buddy.

Celebrate autumn lakeside with Fido at this festive event featuring German-inspired eats like bratwurst, curry fries, and pretzels, alongside seasonal beers including Hacker Pschorr and Paulaner. Enjoy live music, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and a welcoming, family- and pet-friendly atmosphere. No ticket is required, but reserving a spot is recommended for food, seating and rentals.

Bring Fido for a fun day out in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere filled with nonstop Oktoberfest fun! Guests can lounge by or on the water, enjoy Oktoberfest food and drink specials, karaoke on Friday nights, live music on Saturdays and Sundays, and more! Please note that dogs aren't permitted to ride rental kayaks and paddleboards, but you're welcome to bring your own.

This dog-friendly fall festival features food and dessert vendors, shopping with more than 30 local vendors each day, live music and wine by the glass, bottle or flight. Guests can enjoy seasonal specials, browse unique finds and celebrate the fall season with their pups.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features trick-or-treating with local businesses and city departments, followed by an outdoor movie under the stars. Guests can enjoy costumes, candy and a movie with their leashed pups.

Bring Fido to this annual event celebrating Appalachian heritage with live traditional and folk music, artisan vendors, regional food, and community spirit. The two‑day event kicks off Friday evening with performances under the stars and continues Saturday with a full slate of music and cultural experiences. Attendees can bring chairs, enjoy the scenic historic grounds, and even camp on site for a complete festival weekend.

This spook-tacular evening invites you and your costumed pup to wander through festively decorated trunks to sniff out dog-safe treats! Highlights of the night include dog vendors, bone broth sno cones, photo ops, giveaways and more.

Dogs are welcome to join a moonlit paddle on Saluda Lake, with kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, and paddle boats available to rent. Enjoy lakeside music, sunset views, dinner, glow gear, and a post-paddle s’mores fire for a memorable evening on the water. Note that a waiver is required for every participant. Check in begins at 7:30 PM

Dogs are welcome to join their owners for a week-long educational camping gathering focused on ancestral and heritage skills. Participants can explore classes in foraging, friction fire making, basketry, wood carving, stone tools, and more while connecting with nature and the community. Dogs require their own registration ticket.

Bring Fido to the winery for a day of fun and exercise! You and your pup are encouraged to dress up in a costume during the run for a chance at prizes. A glass of wine (for adults 21+), medals, snacks, water and goodie bags are included for all participants.

Decorate your vehicle for Halloween and hand out candy and treats to children and pups! Prizes will be awarded to best costumes, best pet costume and best vehicle decoration. If you decorate your vehicle and hand out candy the parking fee will be waived. Hayrides and other activities will also be offered.

Join fellow animal lovers for a dog-friendly walk and run benefiting the Pet Resource Center. Whether you're running, jogging, strolling, or simply enjoying the fresh air with your pup, every step helps support programs that provide pet food assistance, low-cost services, animal care, and adoptions. Bring your dog, family, or friends for a fun community event that gives back to pets in need.

Pet-friendly vendors and food trucks will line the park, along with demo areas and more! Bring your dog, shop around, enjoy a craft beer in the fall sunshine and listen to live music on the Lee Myers Stage.

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the farm with you! Guests can explore a sprawling corn maze, pick pumpkins, enjoy a mega slide, zipline, ropes course, jumping pillow, gem mining, tractor tire playground, cow train, and more. With tasty concession areas serving everything from kettle corn to funnel cakes and BBQ, there’s something delicious for every appetite.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the 1 mile course throughout the wellness park, or the 5K course through the streets of downtown. During the 5K there will be one water station along the route as well as at the finish line. Registration for all participants includes a t-shirt and finishers' medal.

You and Fido are welcome to join in the fun at this Thanksgiving race that weaves through the beautiful Shandon Neighborhood. Participants are encouraged to dress in their best and most creative Thanksgiving Turkey Burn Attire. Prizes will be awarded for the top three most creative outfits! The race will be held rain or shine, and strollers and leashed dogs are welcome!

Celebrate the holiday season with Fido at a festive community gathering featuring live holiday music, a holiday market filled with local vendors, photos with Santa, train rides, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, and seasonal activities for all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome; leashes must be six feet or shorter, and owners are expected to clean up after their pets. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.