Dog Events in Monticello, KY

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.

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.

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.

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.

Gobble your way through scenic vineyards, where each mile is paired with a sip of something delicious. Fido is welcome to join you at this race, but please note that dogs must be leashed and aren't permitted inside any buildings.

This dog-friendly fall celebration features seasonal decorations, autumn-themed activities, festive photo opportunities and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can also explore the shops, restaurants and attractions, some of which welcome Fido.

Bring Fido holiday shopping at this fun event where you'll find over 150 vendors on site selling things like antiques, art, jewelry, collectibles, candy, handmade items and more. This event is rain or shine and mostly indoors. Dogs must be leashed and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs and keeping them away from items being sold.

On select Mondays and Tuesdays, bring your furry friend, big or small, and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members. Santa can be found near Dick's Sporting Goods. Reservations are strongly recommended.

This popular holiday parade lights up downtown Gatlinburg with illuminated floats, larger-than-life balloons, marching bands, and holiday performances, with more than a million LED Christmas lights adding to the seasonal spectacle. With more than 80,000 usually in attendance, dogs must be leashed at all times and good with crowds. The parade features large balloons, marching bands, and loud sounds, so it may be stressful for some dogs.

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 10:15 AM.

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.

This hometown Christmas parade features festive floats, marching bands, car groups, pageant winners, baton twirlers and other holiday entries traveling through historic downtown Sevierville. The parade will follow its traditional route by traveling north on Forks of the River Parkway, making a right on Main Street, making a right on Court Avenue, and returning to the starting point.

This festive dog-friendly Christmas parade features decorated floats, marching bands and local performers celebrating the holiday season against the backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains. The parade begins at the Townsend Visitors Center and travels through town, bringing holiday cheer to spectators.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages will be available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Every Wednesday night, put your trivia skills to the test at Wagbar Knox, where dogs are welcome to join the fun. Play automated trivia using your phone and follow along on 14 TVs throughout the park, with three separate tournaments and gift cards awarded to the winners.

This family- and dog-friendly Noon Year’s Eve celebration features a free daytime concert by Charleston band Sol Driven Train, with upbeat roots-rock music, dancing, and a festive countdown at noon complete with special stage effects.

Enjoy a drive-thru light show with Fido! You'll see LED holiday displays while listening to festive music on your mobile device right from your vehicle. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Fido must remain inside your car with you at all times.

Bring Fido and be dazzled by this drive-through, custom-made Christmas light spectacle! You'll see custom-made displays dance to the music played over the radio in your car in perfect synchronization! Dogs must remain with you in vehicle at all times and aren't permitted in Santa’s Snowy Mountain.