Dog Events in Opelika, AL

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

Sep 12

Muttfest at Fire Maker Brewing Company

Atlanta, GA

Muttfest at Fire Maker Brewing Company This dog-friendly event welcomes pups and their people to enjoy delicious food, beer, cocktails, a vendor market and live music. Guests can also meet adoptable dogs and support local animal welfare while enjoying a fun, free outing with their four-legged companions. See Details

Sep 18

Dog Fashion Show

Cumming, GA

Dog Fashion Show Bring your pup to a dog fashion show and costume contest where judges will select the best looks and award prizes to the winners. Spectators can watch the runway show for free, meet adoptable dogs from Forsyth County Pet Adoption and the Humane Society of Forsyth County, and support local animal welfare organizations through event proceeds. See Details

Sep 19

Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company

Birmingham, AL

Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company This annual event will feature craft beer, great food, cocktails, and the release of seasonal Oktoberfest beer. There will also be live music, a stein-hoisting competition, a keg toss, the ARTOBERfest artist market featuring local makers, and the popular Wiener Dog Race! See Details

Sep 19

Wiener Dog Race at Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company

Birmingham, AL

Wiener Dog Race at Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company The Wiener Dog Race is part of the annual Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company! All dogs are welcome at Oktoberfest, but only Dachshunds can run in the race. The festival also features live music, craft beer, great food, cocktails, and the release of seasonal Oktoberfest beer. See Details

Sep 19

Annual Paws for a Purpose 5K

Locust Grove, GA

Annual Paws for a Purpose 5K This dog-friendly 5K and walk welcomes runners, walkers and well-behaved dogs of all fitness levels while raising funds for Street Paws, which helps provide food, medical care and loving homes for animals in need. Registration includes an official event T-shirt and raffle entry. See Details

Sep 19

Oktoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co.

Atlanta, GA

Oktoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co. Leashed dogs are welcome at this Oktoberfest celebration featuring cold beer, German-inspired food, college football, live music and festive activities. Guests are encouraged to dress in lederhosen, dirndls or team colors and enjoy an afternoon of Oktoberfest fun! See Details

Sep 26

DREAM Dachshund Rescue's Annual Howl-O-Weenie

Dunwoody, GA

DREAM Dachshund Rescue's Annual Howl-O-Weenie All breeds are welcome at this annual festival! This dog-friendly Halloween fundraiser celebrates all things Dachshund with costume contests, local vendors, food trucks, refreshing beverages and plenty of fun. Guests are invited to bring a tailgate or lawn chair to enjoy the day. See Details

Sep 26

Fido Fest 5K and Fun Run

Newnan, GA

Fido Fest 5K and Fun Run Start off your day with a one-mile fun run with Fido through Ashley Park followed by live entertainment, pet vendors and lots of family-friendly activities. Hearts ‘n Homes will also have dogs on site that are in need of furever homes. See Details

Aug 8–Sep 26

Watch PAWty at Battery Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

Watch PAWty at Battery Atlanta On select dates, attendees can relax in an open-air setting while watching a live baseball game on a large screen, with plenty of space for pups to join in the fun. Please check the website for scheduled dates! The event also features pet-focused vendors, local partners, and a welcoming community atmosphere designed for animal lovers. All dogs in attendance must be leashed. Remember to bring your own comfy seating! See website for additional dates. See Details

Oct 3

Oktoberfest at Fire Maker Brewing Company

Atlanta, GA

Oktoberfest at Fire Maker Brewing Company Celebrate Oktoberfest with Fido Bavarian-style with festive brews, food and fun! Guests can enjoy beer and German-inspired food, live music, Oktoberfest games, and more. Lederhosen and dirndls encouraged! See Details

Oct 3–4

Splish Splash Doggie Bash

Atlanta, GA

Splish Splash Doggie Bash Save the date to bring Fido out for a swim with his fellow fury friends. This event will be divided into sessions over the two days, so be sure to get tickets for the session that works best for you in advance. Please see their website for entry times and rules. See Details

Oct 10

Annual Woofstock

Fayetteville, GA

Annual Woofstock Celebrate all things dogs at this pet-friendly festival featuring local vendors, rescue organizations, dog-friendly activities, live entertainment, food, and fun for the whole family. Guests can bring their pups to socialize, explore pet-related products and services, and enjoy a day celebrating the local dog-loving community. See Details

Oct 10

Chili Cook-Off & Beer Fest

Locust Grove, GA

Chili Cook-Off & Beer Fest This community festival features a chili cook-off, People’s Choice chili tasting, craft beer, live music, a curated vendor market and a cornhole tournament. Attendees can bring their leashed dogs, sample competing chili recipes, shop local vendors, and enjoy live entertainment! See Details

Oct 16

Hand in Paw's Barktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company

Birmingham, AL

Hand in Paw's Barktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company Experience a night full of festive fun with lively entertainment, from a spirited pet costume contest featuring furry friends in their Halloween finest to a stein hoist competition for those ready to show off their strength. Browse unique finds from local vendors and snap keepsake photos in a charming Oktoberfest-themed photo booth. See Details

Oct 24

Annual Pumpkin Fest

Fayetteville, GA

Annual Pumpkin Fest Celebrate the season at this free, family-friendly fall festival featuring kids' and dogs' costume contests, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a live DJ, local vendors, and trick-or-treating. Guests can bring their four-legged friends along for an evening of autumn fun and festivities in downtown Fayetteville. See Details

Oct 24

Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival

Wetumpka, AL

Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival Explore Alabama's wildlife and outdoor traditions with your leashed pup at this annual festival in historic downtown Wetumpka. The event features wildlife art, live painting, educational presentations, workshops, vendors, food, children's activities, sporting dog demonstrations, animal encounters, and a DockDogs competition featuring Big Air, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve. See Details

Oct 24

Spooky Pooch 5K & Fun Walk

Atlanta, GA

Spooky Pooch 5K & Fun Walk Celebrate Halloween with your pup at a festive fundraiser benefiting LifeLine Animal Project. This family-friendly event welcomes runners, walkers and their dogs for a morning of costumes, community and seasonal fun. Whether you're participating in the race or simply showing off your pup's Halloween costume, it's a great way to support local shelter pets while enjoying a spooktacular day together. See Details

Oct 24

Halloween Festival at Florence Marina State Park

Omaha, GA

Halloween Festival at Florence Marina State Park This dog-friendly Halloween festival features campground trick-or-treating, a pet costume contest, group costume and pumpkin decorating contests, plus a campsite decorating contest. Guests can also enjoy a haunted hayride, games and raffles. See Details

Select Mar–Oct

Groovin' on the Green at Halcyon

Alpharetta, GA

Groovin' on the Green at Halcyon Bring Fido and a lawn chair or blanket for some live music from local musicians! The venue is open container, so feel free to grab a beverage from a nearby restaurant and bring it outside to enjoy in the Village Green. Outside food and beverages aren't permitted. See Details

Oct 1–31

Scarecrow Village in Downtown Locust Grove

Locust Grove, GA

Scarecrow Village in Downtown Locust Grove During the month of October, visit downtown Locust Grove with your leashed pup to enjoy the many scarecrows displayed at this fall community event! Businesses, families, schools, nonprofits, clubs and community groups create and display scarecrows for free. Visitors can enjoy the seasonal displays and participate in People’s Choice voting, while awards recognize the favorite downtown business scarecrow and best traditional scarecrow. See Details

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