Dog Events in Cumberland, KY

Take a stroll down Main Street with Fido and shop from 100+ local artisans, makers and pop up boutiques lining the road.

This dog-friendly fall celebration features seasonal decorations, autumn-themed activities, festive photo opportunities and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can also explore the shops, restaurants and attractions, some of which welcome Fido.

Enjoy a food festival featuring local restaurants competing to create signature hot dogs, with attendees voting for the People’s Choice winner. Admission includes hot dog samples, a voting ticket, live entertainment, and a DJ. Dogs are welcome to participate in the Hottest Dog pet costume contest, so dress your pup to impress!

Stroll through a lively holiday market featuring over 35 local artisans, fresh-cut Christmas trees, and warm seasonal treats like hot cocoa and cider. Don’t miss the highlight of the evening, the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 PM, for a magical moment to kick off the season!

For a monetary donation to Haywood County Animal Services you can get your pup's photo taken with either Santa or the Grinch!

Celebrate the holiday season with Fido at this festive parade through downtown Asheville! Enjoy decorated floats, marching bands, community groups, local organizations and holiday performances. Additional details about the parade route and activities will be announced closer to the event.

Bring your furry friend along to cheer on family and friends as they take on the 5K! The course winds through the quiet neighborhood streets surrounding Biltmore Park Town Square, featuring a few moderate hills and minimal vehicle traffic. Leashed dogs are welcome to watch from the sidelines but can't participate in the race due to congestion and safety concerns.

Lace up your sneakers and prepare for a Thanksgiving run, walk or trot with your furry friend. Don't miss your opportunity to compete for prizes in various categories, including age groups, strollers, people and pets, best costumes, and more. Registration starts at 7:30 AM and the race will begin at 9:00 AM.

This family- and dog-friendly holiday celebration kicks off the season with games, live music, caroling, hot chocolate and visits with Santa. The town is illuminated during the festivities, and the celebration is followed the next morning by the annual Christmas Parade along Main Street!

The WIVK Christmas Parade brings holiday spirit to downtown Knoxville with festive floats and community entries celebrating the season. The parade takes place along Gay Street.

This popular holiday parade lights up downtown Gatlinburg with illuminated floats, larger-than-life balloons, marching bands, and holiday performances, with more than a million LED Christmas lights adding to the seasonal spectacle. With more than 80,000 usually in attendance, dogs must be leashed at all times and good with crowds. The parade features large balloons, marching bands, and loud sounds, so it may be stressful for some dogs.

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 9 AM and the race begins at 10:15 AM.

This hometown Christmas parade features festive floats, marching bands, car groups, pageant winners, baton twirlers and other holiday entries traveling through historic downtown Sevierville. The parade will follow its traditional route by traveling north on Forks of the River Parkway, making a right on Main Street, making a right on Court Avenue, and returning to the starting point.

This festive dog-friendly Christmas parade features decorated floats, marching bands and local performers celebrating the holiday season against the backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains. The parade begins at the Townsend Visitors Center and travels through town, bringing holiday cheer to spectators.

Guests can get photos with Santa or the Grinch alongside their pets, kids, family or friends to help support pets in need in Buncombe County. For $25, photo packages include professional digital edits and one-on-one time with Santa and the Grinch. For an additional $5, you can get a commemorative Polaroid of you and your pet as well.

Bring Fido to the annual Town of Marshall's Christmas Parade! Please ensure you dog is leashed at all times.

Bring Fido to downtown for the annual holiday parade! Floats will transform the streets into a living storybook, showcasing beloved Christmas tales, nativity scenes, family traditions, and cherished community memories.

On select Sundays in December, bring Fido to meet Appalachian Santa! Tanger Asheville has partnered with TapSnap to offer a variety of photo packages starting at just $10. Photos are available on a first come, first served basis.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.