Dog Events in Gilford, NH

Leashed dogs are welcome the first Friday of every month from May through November when businesses are encouraged to stay open late and the streets come alive with food trucks, live performances, art displays and other activities.

Bring the whole family and your well-behaved pup to a holiday market featuring 15+ food trucks, 100+ vendors, live music, Police K9 demonstrations, a free community dog show, a Kid Zone, Holiday Market, two Christmas trains, Santa and Mrs. Claus, raffles, giveaways and more. A free shuttle runs from Big Jim’s Home Center to Rollins Park, and dogs are allowed on the shuttle. Dogs may take photos with Santa, but aren't permitted on the Christmas trains. Dogs must be well-behaved, healthy, and current on vaccinations. Please use a non-retractable leash no longer than 4'.

Grab your hiking shoes and Fido’s leash for a fun-filled trail adventure! Enjoy scenic paths with water stations along the way, a photo booth for memorable moments, and tasty treats at the finish line. You’ll get an orange trail beanie, your pup gets a matching bandana, and together you’ll learn hiking etiquette and safety tips.

Lace up your sneakers and grab Fido's leash to hit the course. Please note your leashed furry friend must show up-to-date rabies vaccinations. The course begins at the Banks Humane Education Center to the grounds of St Paul's School and back to the SPCA. Register by November 1st to receive a free race t-shirt!

Capture holiday memories with your furry friend to look back on picture-perfect moments. Each session lasts approximately 15 minutes. Two digital image files and a donation to the charity are included in your session fee! You can also purchase prints and additional digital images.

This dog-friendly holiday market features local vendors (many that are dog friendly!) selling gifts and seasonal goodies. Guests can bring their pups while shopping, enjoying festive treats, and sipping mulled wine and seasonal cocktails.

Leashed pups are welcome at this festive outdoor market! There will be free raffles to enter, food trucks, holiday music, local vendors and so much more. Well-behaved and leashed pups are welcome.

Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located at the Santa set in front of JCPenney. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Franklin Park Coalition’s annual race - the largest Thanksgiving Day race in the city of Boston. There will be awards for the fastest racers, including the fastest dog, and awards for costumes!

Santa will make his grand entrance atop the Hawthorne Hotel at 6 PM, courtesy of the Salem Fire Department, before leading a joyful procession through the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall to Lappin Park. There, families can gather with Santa, Mayor Dominick Pangallo, and carolers to light Salem’s Holiday Tree. Guests are encouraged to bring lanterns for the procession, with electric candles recommended for safety. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located on the Lower Level, near Dick's Sporting Goods. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

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 8:00 AM and the race begins at 9:30 AM.

This dog-friendly holiday event invites guests to bring their pups for photos with Santa in a festive Whoville setting! Visitors can enjoy seasonal treats, holiday cocktails, and Christmas cheer while capturing a holiday photo with their furry friends. Photos are donation-based and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

On select Sundays, bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located on the Lower Level near Lululemon. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Make your reservation to see Santa online.

Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located in the JCPenney Court on Level 1. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required. The event will be held on November 22nd and December 6th.

This dog-friendly holiday party invites guests and their pups to celebrate in their most ridiculous ugly sweaters. Activities include dog treat decorating, a pup cup bar, photos with Santa, DJ music, karaoke, and a holiday gift swap for Park-9 members. An ugly sweater contest will award a prize to the winner.

Wear your favorite holiday attire with your furry best friend. The parade starts at Consolidated School (School Street, Kennebunkport), down Maine Street, through Dock Square, and onto Ocean Avenue. Please arrive by 10:45 AM.

On two select Sundays this holiday season, bring Fido and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. Pet Photos will be located on the lower level, near Sephora. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

On November 22nd or December 13th, bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located on the Lower Level near The North Face. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.