Dog Events in Harlan, KY

Here are the pet friendly events closest to Harlan. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event.

Pet Friendly Free Yoga in the Park
Free Yoga in the Park
Start your Saturday with a refreshing outdoor yoga session open to all levels. Bring your well-behaved dog (must register in advance) to stretch, breathe, and enjoy the morning together. After class, relax with food and bottomless mimosas as the bar opens. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to get set up, and bring vaccination records if you aren't already a member.
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Pet Friendly Bark-O-Ween at Mills River Brewing Co.
Bark-O-Ween at Mills River Brewing Co.
This Halloween party for the pups will feature dog-friendly vendors, a photobooth, Bloody Mary Bar, live music and the Pup Costume Contest at 2 PM.
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Pet Friendly Mountain Glory Festival
Mountain Glory Festival
This dog-friendly fall festival celebrates Appalachian culture and small-town living with more than 150 arts, crafts and food vendors, live music, family activities and a quilt show. Enter Fido in the Best-Dressed Pet Contest!
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Pet Friendly Leaf Peepers Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom
Leaf Peepers Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom
Enjoy the fall season at this camping weekend with Fido! There will be a food truck, Yappy Hour socials, creative paint-and-lick fun, professional canine photos, doggy ice cream, and action-packed lure coursing. Wind down with a festive dinner and live acoustic music. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.
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Pet Friendly Sugar Mountain Resort's Annual Oktoberfest
Sugar Mountain Resort's Annual Oktoberfest
Celebrate fall Bavarian-style with Fido at this annual event! Leashed dogs are welcome, but aren't allowed on the deck or inside the lodge. This family-friendly festival offers live music, traditional Bavarian food and beer, arts and crafts vendors, and fun activities for all ages, including hayrides, bounce houses, pumpkin bowling, and water balloon tosses. Admission, parking and shuttle service are free.
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Pet Friendly Annual Harvest Foliage Fest at Bold Rock Hard Cider
Annual Harvest Foliage Fest at Bold Rock Hard Cider
This dog-friendly fall festival features hot apple cider, apple cider donuts, pumpkin painting, free hayrides, a corn box for kids and local vendors. Guests can also enjoy $2 off Banana Bread Cider and stick around after dark for an outdoor showing of a Halloween movie.
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Pet Friendly Apple Harvest Festival
Apple Harvest Festival
Hailed as one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation," this annual festival is a celebration of the autumn harvest and Haywood County’s agricultural heritage. Visit the famous town of Waynesville, nestled in the NC Smoky Mountains. The downtown streets are filled with almost 200 arts and craft booths, food concessions, music, cloggers, and more. Local apple growers set up on the street to sell delicious mountain grown apples of a vast variety. In addition, many vendors offer apple cider, cake, pies, and other delectable apple goodies! Dogs must be leashed at all times.
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Pet Friendly Annual Canine Olympics
Annual Canine Olympics
This beloved annual event features over a dozen entertaining competitions, from athletic challenges like the Straight Dash and Frisbee Catch to whimsical contests such as the Hot Dog Splash and “I’ll Eat Anything!” Participants can also enjoy the Alumni Parade, Halloween Costume Contests, and a Blessing of the Animals ceremony. The day includes an Olympic Village with local vendors, food trucks and activities for all ages.
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Pet Friendly Lake Lure Arts & Crafts Festival
Lake Lure Arts & Crafts Festival
Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual event featuring wonderful crafters and artisans from across the region selling unique gifts and handmade works of art. There will also be live music and performances, as well as food for purchase. Please visit their website for the most up-to-date information on directions to the area.
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Pet Friendly Maggie Valley Fall Arts & Crafts Show
Maggie Valley Fall Arts & Crafts Show
This dog-friendly arts and crafts festival brings together artisans from across the Southeast offering handmade treasures, including seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, furniture, jewelry and more. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash and bring water and waste bags for him. Guests can browse unique creations while enjoying a variety of festival food.
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Pet Friendly Annual Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade & Pet Expo at UT Gardens
Annual Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade & Pet Expo at UT Gardens
This dog-friendly Halloween event features a judged costume parade for dogs, along with an expo showcasing educational booths, pet businesses and rescue groups. Guests can also enjoy food trucks and support the Companion Animal Initiative of Tennessee through a pet food drive. The event takes place rain or shine.
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Pet Friendly Tricks-n-Treats Dog Festival at The North Carolina Arboretum
Tricks-n-Treats Dog Festival at The North Carolina Arboretum
This dog-friendly Halloween festival features a scavenger hunt, pet-focused vendors, a virtual costume contest and more paw-some activities for dogs and their people.
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Pet Friendly Yappy Hour at Masterson Station Park: Howl-o-Week
Yappy Hour at Masterson Station Park: Howl-o-Week
You and Fido are invited to join the Lexington Parks Department for an evening event filled with fun and exercise! There will be a costume contest for prizes, food trucks, live music, cold beer, treats, and a variety of dog-related vendors.
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Pet Friendly Knoxville Ice Bears Annual Corgi Races
Knoxville Ice Bears Annual Corgi Races
Bring your Corgi out to the hockey game and enjoy the annual Wiener Corgi Races! The race takes place during the first intermission. Register your pup in advance to participate in the race. Only Corgis participating in the race are permitted at the game.
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Pet Friendly Annual Black Mountain Howl-o-ween Pet Parade
Annual Black Mountain Howl-o-ween Pet Parade
The parade is free and open to all well-behaved pets and their humans! Participants can compete for cash prizes and local gift certificates in fun categories.
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Pet Friendly Barkoween Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom
Barkoween Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom
Get spooky with your pups at this Halloween camping weekend packed with festive fun. Enjoy gourmet food trucks, Yappy Hour socials, creative paint-and-lick activities, canine photography, doggy ice cream, and high-energy lure coursing. Dress up for costume and site decorating contests, go Bark-or-Treating around the campground, and cap it all off with live rock-and-roll music! You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.
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Pet Friendly Anniversary & Howl-o-ween Weekend
Anniversary & Howl-o-ween Weekend
Celebrate the 6-year anniversary with a spooktacular weekend featuring specials, pet portraits, live music, music bingo, a photo booth, raffles, and more! Check the official website for details on which activities and specials are offered each day.
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Pet Friendly Fall at Biltmore
Fall at Biltmore
Celebrate Fall with Fido with a visit to the Biltmore Estate to view the spectacular property. The grounds are perfect for walking your pets, but please keep them securely leashed at all times. Dogs aren't permitted inside any buildings, but are allowed on the outdoor patios of Bistro and Cedric’s Tavern for dining.
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Pet Friendly Town Square Tree Lighting & Holiday Market
Town Square Tree Lighting & Holiday Market
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!
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Pet Friendly Thanksgiving Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom
Thanksgiving Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom
Gather with friends, family and furry companions for festive meals, cozy socials, and plenty of dog-friendly fun. Enjoy food trucks, paint-and-lick activities, lure coursing, a campground turkey trot, canine photography, themed Yappy Hours, and special holiday dinners. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.
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