Dog Events in Ithaca, NY

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

Jun 6

The Fast & The Furriest Dog Walk

Rochester, NY

The Fast & The Furriest Dog Walk Leashed dogs are welcome to join the one-mile dog walk at this annual community pet festival and race. The event also features 10K and 5K races, a kids’ half-mile run, a free vaccination clinic, pet contests, and local vendors for a fun, family-friendly day. See Details

Jun 6

Pet Palooza

Waymart, PA

Pet Palooza Bring Fido to this dog-friendly community day supporting K9 Freedom Pathways. Pathways helps dogs get a second chance through training, structure, and foster-to-adoption support. There will be a free pet First Aid class, a cornhole tournament, food trucks, a fun 5K with your pup, vendors and more. See Details

Jun 27–28

Pennsylvania Lavender Festival

Milton, PA

Pennsylvania Lavender Festival Wander among vibrant lavender blooms with your leashed pup! Visitors will enjoy live music performances, plus artisan vendors stalls offering lavender-infused treats, crafts and local goods. Delight your taste buds with lavender-inspired food and beverages, learn about lavender cultivation through demos and workshops, and capture gorgeous photos in the scenic lavender field. See Details

Jul 26

River Dogs on Parade at Riverfest

Narrowsburg, NY

River Dogs on Parade at Riverfest Kick off the day at Riverfest with the crowd-favorite River Dogs on Parade, starting at 10 AM! This lively event invites pups (and even faux pups) to strut their stuff before a panel of celebrated judges and a cheering crowd. Costumes are highly encouraged, making it a fun and festive showcase for all. Registration is required, and entries are limited to one pet per participant. See Details

Aug 2

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Paws in the Park

Scranton, PA

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Paws in the Park Guests can meet adoptable pets in search of loving homes, browse unique goods from local vendors, and enjoy a variety of offerings from food trucks. Raffles add excitement with chances to win great prizes, and well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to join in the experience. The rain date is August 9th. See Details

May 2–Sep 9, select home games

Bark in the Park with Rochester Red Wings

Rochester, NY

Bark in the Park with Rochester Red Wings Bring Fido out to the ballgame! Fans with dogs will enter Frontier Field using the Plymouth Avenue gates and proceed directly to the Dog Section in left-center field and the grass berm beyond the left center field fence. Dogs must be leashed and under the control, and owners are responsible for picking up after their dog. 2026 games are scheduled for May 2nd, June 11th, July 10th, August 14th, and September 9th. See Details

Sep 26

Pickle Me Poconos

East Stroudsburg, PA

Pickle Me Poconos Hosted by the Pocono Chamber of Commerce, this annual event celebrates all things pickle with a variety of pickle-themed foods, beverages and activities. Attendees can enjoy unique treats like pickle soda, fried pickles, pickle cotton candy and pickle ice cream. The festival also features live music performances, a Beer Garden offering local craft brews and wine for guests 21 and over, and the Gherkin Garden with activities for children of all ages. There will also be pickle vendors and engaging games like pickle toss and pickle pong. See Details

Oct 4

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter BARKtober Fest at Maiolatesi Wine Cellars

Scott Township, PA

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter BARKtober Fest at Maiolatesi Wine Cellars This fun fall festival will have food trucks, local vendors, raffles, live music, adoptable pets, costume contests for kids and pets, and more! Leashed, well-mannered pets are welcome. Be sure to bring your own chair or blanket to enjoy the lawn area during the event. See Details

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