Dog Events in Mill Spring, NC

Hendersonville Farmers Market

Bring Fido with you while you shop a variety of local vendors selling fresh produce, arts & crafts, soaps & candles, baked goods, gifts, and more. Food trucks will also be on site. Parking is available at the market on Maple Street off of Fifth Avenue in addition to parking on surrounding streets. Please be mindful of Fido's paws - the pavement will get hot in summer months.

Jun 1 – Aug 31

Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

Bring Fido, on a leash, to experience Bullington Gardens' Fairy Trail! A wonderful, imagination filled trail with fairy houses and whimsical landscapes along the way. Please ensure children and pets are supervised at all times. Dogs and loud noises can scare the fairies into hiding. The trail is closed on Sundays.

Aug 30 – Sep 1

Labor Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Labor Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Bring Fido camping for the Labor Day weekend! This special, three-day camping weekend will include a meet and greet, lure coursing, pizza delivered to your campsite, dog games at the agility park, cornhole, burgers, and more. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Sep 21

Blue Ridge Humane Society's Fur Ball

Blue Ridge Humane Society's Fur Ball

Polished pups are invited to this elegant, black tie optional evening to benefit Blue Ridge Humane Society. The event will be emceed by WLOS Meteorologist, Meghan Danahey, and feature: international food stations, a Barkcuterie Bar, an open bar with signature cocktails, an interactive 50/50, live music from Izzi Hughes, raffles, a live auction, the popular Puppy Love Room with adoptable pups, and a short program about BRHS. Complimentary valet parking will also be provided. Dog tickets are limited and all tickets must be purchased in advance.

Oct 4–6

Barktoberfest Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Barktoberfest Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Bring Fido camping for this festive weekend! Activities will include a meet and greet, lure coursing, a German-inspired dinner, live music, and more. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Oct 11–13

Leaf Peeper Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Leaf Peeper Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Bring Fido camping and enjoy the beatiful fall colors! This special, three-day camping weekend will include a meet and greet, lure coursing, dog games at the agility park, a taco dinner and more. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Oct 25–27

Barkoween Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Barkoween Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Bring Fido camping at this beloved annual event! This special, three-day camping weekend will include a meet and greet, lure coursing, a costume contest, a campsite decorating contest and more. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Oct 26

Trick or Trail 5K & Spooky Sprint

Trick or Trail 5K & Spooky Sprint

You can bring Fido along to watch this Halloween-themed race, which features participants wearing creative costumes for a 5K run or 1M walk. A bustling Fall Festival will follow, with food, drinks and vendors at the Farmers’ Market. Please be mindful that due to congestion and safety concerns, dogs cannot participate in the race itself.

Nov 27 – Dec 2

Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Bring Fido camping to celebrate Thanksgiving! Activities will include a meet and greet, lure coursing, Thanksgiving dinner, a chili cook-off, a turkey trot trail run, a biscuit brunch delivered to your campsite, an ugly holiday sweater get together, and more. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.