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Dog Events in Purlear, NC

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

Pet Friendly Discover the Artist Within: Somatic Art & Drawing Workshop

Jul 22

Discover the Artist Within: Somatic Art & Drawing Workshop

Hendersonville, NC

Discover the Artist Within: Somatic Art & Drawing Workshop

Leashed dogs are welcome along to this calming workshop where participants will explore stress-reducing techniques and guided drawing prompts designed to encourage creative flow and self-expression, with no prior art experience necessary. Featuring locally made crafts and details about real estate in the mountains.

Pet Friendly Annual Bold Rock Fishing Fest

Jul 25

Annual Bold Rock Fishing Fest

Mills River, NC

Annual Bold Rock Fishing Fest

Cast your line with Fido at this annual event that supports Casting for Recovery Carolinas, a nonprofit providing healing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer. Leashed dogs are welcome indoors and outdoors. The event features local fishing and outdoor vendors, a fish fry, raffle prizes, and a grand prize kayak giveaway, along with Bold Rock cider available throughout the day.

Jul 25

The Big Wiener Party Presents Best in Show: a Canine Showcase

The Big Wiener Party Presents Best in Show: a Canine Showcase

Show off your pup’s personality at this canine showcase held right before The Big Wiener Party begins! Dogs can compete for awards including Golden Wiener for the most creative hot dog-themed costume, Choice Award, and Most Like Their Human. Winners will take home prizes from local pet vendors and event sponsors. Register early as only 12 spots are available!

Jul 25

The Big Wiener Party

The Big Wiener Party

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hot dog topping competition featuring creative culinary creations from local teams, live entertainment, beer sampling, games, and interactive activities. Guests can sample hot dogs from competing teams, vote for the People's Choice Wiener, enjoy food and drinks, and support local causes through fundraising efforts. The event also includes a pre-event competition for dogs: Best in Show: a Canine Showcase, held at 11 AM next door before the festival begins.

Jul 25

Peach Party at Nix Pumpkin Patch

Hendersonville, NC

Peach Party at Nix Pumpkin Patch

Leashed dogs are welcome to the farm at this annual festival featuring fresh peaches, local vendors, delicious food, a bounce house, family fun and more.

Jul 26

Monster Mash Splash

Monster Mash Splash

Celebrate Halloween in July with your pup at this dog-friendly event featuring costumes, splash pools for pups, vendors, treats, activities, and concessions for dogs and their people. Guests are encouraged to dress up their dogs for a summer-themed Halloween celebration while enjoying activities, shopping, and time with fellow animal lovers.

Jul 31

Apple Season Opening at Grandad's Apples N' Such

Hendersonville, NC

Apple Season Opening at Grandad's Apples N' Such

Bring Fido along and enjoy this season's opening weekend! Grab some apple cider donuts, cider slushies, and produce straight from the orchard.

May 29–Jul 31, select

Amp’d Up Fridays

Amp’d Up Fridays

Join Mauldin's beloved summer concert series, featuring live music spanning various genres like beach, pop, rock and country, attracting attendees from across the Upstate for evenings of dancing, food and entertainment at the Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater. Bring your dancing shoes, lawn chairs, blankets, and well-behaved, leashed dogs, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable Southern night under the stars. The final night will conclude with fireworks.

Aug 1

Bark & Bolt 5k, 1 Mile, 100m Paw Pursuit & Bark in the Park Dog Fair

Hendersonville, NC

Bark & Bolt 5k, 1 Mile, 100m Paw Pursuit & Bark in the Park Dog Fair

This annual event welcomes both runners and walkers, two to four-legged! Choose from a scenic 5K course, a 1-mile or the Paw Pursuit 100 Meter Dash (a quick sprint where dogs run alongside their owners to demonstrate their speed and agility). Dogs will be divided into three weight classes: Lightweight, Middleweight, and Heavyweight.

Aug 1

Highland Games & Scottish Festival at Mills River Brewing Co.

Mills River, NC

Highland Games & Scottish Festival at Mills River Brewing Co.

Celebrate Scottish heritage at a free community festival featuring sanctioned Highland Games competitions, traditional food and drinks, live music, cultural entertainment, and a variety of vendors. Leashed dogs are welcome inside and outside.

Jul 25–Aug 2

K9s In Flight® Frisbee Dog Show at Tweetsie Railroad

Blowing Rock, NC

K9s In Flight® Frisbee Dog Show at Tweetsie Railroad

Watch thrilling shows where rescue and shelter-adopted dogs dazzle audiences with high-flying frisbee tricks, flips and stunts. Performances are at 11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM every day, with an extra 5 PM show on Saturdays, all included with regular park admission. Seating is first‑come, first‑served—no reservations needed. Beyond the entertainment, the event spotlights the mission of pet adoption, celebrating the talent and spirit of these incredible canine athletes. Fido must be leashed at all times.

Apr 7–Aug 5, select dates

Bark in the Park with the Salem Red Sox

Bark in the Park with the Salem Red Sox

Take Fido out to a ballgame for a barking good time! Bark in the Park returns this season on designated dates, including April 7th, April 26th, May 6th, June 9th, June 25th, July 19th and August 5th. Be sure to check the schedule for any changes.

Aug 8

Jeeps on the Farm - Denton FarmPark Jeep Fest

Jeeps on the Farm - Denton FarmPark Jeep Fest

Jeep owners and fans come together for a full day of automotive fun! Leashed dogs are welcome at this Jeep show with local and national vendors offering parts and accessories, food trucks on site, live music, an obstacle course in “The Pit,” and train rides on the park’s Handy Dandy Railroad.

Aug 8–9

Sourwood Festival

Black Mountain, NC

Sourwood Festival

This annual summer celebration kicks off the sourwood honey-selling season, sourced from the native sourwood tree in the Southern Appalachian region. The festival offers a vibrant collection of bees and locally-produced sourwood honey, featuring over 150 vendors, festival delicacies, and live music. While the festival is dog friendly, please be mindful of tentative warm temperatures and hot pavement if planning to bring Fido.

Select dates Jun–Aug

Doggies at the Diamond with the Asheville Tourists

Doggies at the Diamond with the Asheville Tourists

Take Fido out the ballgame! Bring your furry friend to the ballpark tonight to watch Asheville Tourists twice this season: June 3rd and August 12th. Presented by Patton Avenue Pet Company. Gates open at 5:30 PM. Check their website for any last minute schedule changes.

Jun 12, Jul 10, Aug 14

Concerts in the Park at Biltmore Park Town Square

Concerts in the Park at Biltmore Park Town Square

On the second Friday of each month, leashed dogs are welcome at this family-friendly summer concert series featuring live music, interactive games, and activities for kids of all ages. Guests can take part in oversized versions of favorite games such as Connect 4, Tetris, and cornhole. Attendees are encouraged to bring takeout from local restaurants and enjoy dinner outdoors while listening to the music.

Aug 14–15

Meet the Mountains Festival

Johnson City, TN

Meet the Mountains Festival

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual festival that highlights the region’s world-class recreational opportunities. Pets must be kept on a non-retractable leashes no longer than 4'. Female animals in heat won't be permitted. The event features three immersive zones (Air, Water and Earth) where attendees can try activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, fly casting, mountain biking, rock climbing walls, and more, all designed to introduce people to Northeast Tennessee’s outdoor assets and inspire healthy, active lifestyles.

May 28–Aug 20, except Jul 2, 16

Delta Dental Party in Elmwood

Delta Dental Party in Elmwood

Leashed dogs are welcome at Downtown Roanoke’s popular summer concert series, known as “the best beach party in the valley.” Guests enjoy live performances from favorite beach music bands, a family-friendly atmosphere, a variety of local food vendors, and affordable drinks, including beer, soda, and water. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

Aug 21–22

Bug’n at the Farmpark

Bug’n at the Farmpark

This Volkswagen Bug enthusiast show brings together owners and fans of the iconic VW Beetle for a weekend of fun. Leashed dogs are welcome. The event features a display of show cars, live music, food vendors, merchandise and automotive vendors, and opportunities for camping on the FarmPark grounds.

Apr 9–Aug 27

Pups in the Park + Pups Run the Bases with Dash

Winston-Salem, NC

Pups in the Park + Pups Run the Bases with Dash

Leashed dogs are welcome at this Bark in the Park-style weekly event. After the game, dogs and their owners can go onto the field for Pups Run the Bases, creating a fun, pet-friendly night at the ballpark. The games will take place on April 9, 16, and 30; May 14 and 28; June 4 and 18; July 2 and 23; and August 6 and 27.

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