Dog Events in Garland, NC

Capture holiday memories with a professional Santa photo session! Each 15-minute session accommodates up to two pets and includes 4–6 professionally edited digital images delivered by email. Spots are limited.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with your four-legged friends at this festive gathering featuring dog vendors, adoptable pups from Red Barn Rescue and a dog pie-eating contest. A portion of beer sales and pie contest proceeds will benefit Red Barn Rescue.

Get ready to capture paw-some memories this holiday season! Bring your furry friend, big or small, and watch him strike adorable poses with the Grinch. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members.

Dress up in your best holiday-themed outfit and bring Fido to see the lights at this 2-mile, non-competitive walk/run through the Great Christmas Light Show. Prizes will be given for best dressed individual and best dressed family. Only registered participants with an official bib will be allowed into the park. Spectators won't be permitted entry. Dogs aren't permitted in Santa's Village.

This annual event will feature a fall-themed photo booth, pumpkin painting for humans and dogs, bobbing for apples, a raffle, and over 30 local vendors with everything from pet supplies to tasty treats to special pet services.

Enjoy festive performances and the lighting of the live Christmas tree! Please note that there will be fireworks. If your pup is sensitive to loud noises and crowds, please leave him at home.

You and your pup are invited to this special event that will feature a delicious Thanksgiving meal (turkey, gravy and all the fixings) and dinner activities. Each ticket includes your meal and a drink voucher. Humans must be at least 21 years old to attend. Dogs must be registered with a membership; day passes are available. Limited tickets are available, so be sure to get yours early!

Leashed dogs are welcome at this beloved Thanksgiving morning tradition, bringing together families, friends, and pups for a festive run or walk in support of Freedom Ride Rescue’s mission to help abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in North Carolina. Participants can choose from a 5K or 1M Fun Run on scenic, flat paved trails, with Thanksgiving-themed costumes, strollers and decorated wagons.

Visitors are invited to take a stroll with Fido along the half-mile illuminated boardwalk lined with Christmas light displays, synchronized arches and festive music. Along the walk, you’ll find photo-ops like a Candy Cane Arch, a Gingerbread House and a 20′ LED tree. Light shows synced with festive Christmas music start at the top and bottom of the hour.

This dog-friendly holiday celebration features photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a holiday pup-up market, a canine ugly sweater contest and a food and toy drive for dogs. Guests can bring their pups for an evening of festive fun while supporting local pets in need.

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 AM.

Join your friends and neighbors on Main Street to enjoy the lighted floats and vehicles representing groups from all across the area. Judges and a special guest announcer will be located at the end of the Horseshoe on Main Street and Ocean Blvd. Parade Route: The parade will begin at 2nd Ave North and proceed South to Main Street where it will turn right onto Main Street and travel to Ye Olde Kings Hwy turning right to conclude the parade.

Prepare to make paw-some holiday memories with a professional photo of your pup with Santa! There will be Triangle Beagle Rescue merchandise for sale, vendors and a food truck on site.

Shop for unique holiday gifts from local small businesses while enjoying live music, food trucks and refreshments. This festive outdoor market offers a fun evening of holiday shopping and entertainment at the brewery.

Bring Fido for a festive photo with Santa while enjoying pet-friendly treats and activities!

You can bring your dog on a leash to join the holiday cheer and help make a memorable family photo on the beach. Bring your own camera and enjoy meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Leashed dogs are invited to this outdoor interactive experience for this one night only! Visitors can stroll through dazzling, immersive light displays and meet Santa and The Grinch for festive photo ops. Enjoy interactive animations, seasonal music, delicious food, and a vendor market for unique holiday gifts. It's a magical event perfect to celebrate the season with your pup.

TWO DATES ONLY: Sunday, November 29th, and Saturday, December 12th Bring Fido to meet Santa Clause, and your camera and capture the perfect Christmas card photo. All well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. Other pets must be crated.

Discover holiday goodies perfect for pets or the animal lovers in your life. Enjoy great drinks, tasty food, a fun photo op, and a raffle supporting local pet rescues and shelters. Don’t miss Santa Max, who will be available for photos with your furry friends. Be sure to check out the angel tree when there.

Capture memories with Fido this holiday season! Bring your furry friend, big or small, and watch him strike adorable poses with the Grinch. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members.