Dog Events in Newton, NC

This dog-friendly Halloween event invites pups and their people to dress in costume, collect candy and pet treats, and shop handmade pet bandanas. Guests can enjoy dirty sodas, coffee, hot chocolate and other drinks while browsing jewelry from The Sparking Hour and learning about dog training and activities from Firefly K9.

This dog-friendly Halloween event will feature a pop-up custom collar truck, treats for people and pups, vendors, and other Halloween fun! Email Lake Tails Animal Hospital a photo of your dog in his best costume for a chance to win a prize.

Pups are welcome at this weekend celebration of canine skill, energy, and charm, featuring top sheepdogs guiding flocks through challenging courses using only whistles and voice commands. Enjoy thrilling dog sports like agility, obedience, and Dock Dogs, plus entertaining trick demos. Shop pet-friendly vendors, savor food truck fare, and bring your own well-behaved, leashed pup to explore the scenic grounds. The event is rain or shine.

Leashed dogs are welcome at the annual holiday parade that starts at the intersection of 4th Street NW and 1st Avenue NW. The parade will continue on 1st Avenue NW towards City Hall, turn right on North Center Street, and then right on Main Avenue NW to Union Square. Immediately following the parade, Santa will light the tree on Union Square. Guests can enjoy holiday music, shopping specials and more!

Bring Fido to this fun, annual event featuring a 1-mile fun run for kids, followed by the 10K walk/run and 5K races. Four-legged pacesetters can run with their owners in either of the races. A turkey and trophy will be awarded to the top male & female in the 5K and 10K.