Dog Events in Rapidan, VA

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

Jun 28

Pride Pawty & Vendor Market

Washington, DC

Pride Pawty & Vendor Market Celebrate Pride Month with a dog-friendly community gathering featuring a lively pawty, puppy pawrade and vendor market. Guests can shop from LGBTQIA+ owned businesses, meet adoptable dogs, participate in giveaways and raffle prizes, and connect with fellow pet lovers. See Details

May 7–Jul 2, except Jun 11

Groovin' at the Greenway

Waynesboro, VA

Groovin' at the Greenway Leashed dogs are welcome at this weekly event featuring live music performances, typically running from late May through July. Attendees can enjoy a variety of musical genres, including classic rock, country, blues, and soul, performed by local and regional bands. Each concert also offers a selection of food trucks. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. See Details

Jul 4

Red, White, & Tunes

Glen Allen, VA

Red, White, & Tunes Bring Fido out for a day of tunes! Enjoy live music from Matt Via, tasty bites from 115 Mobile Kitchen and a glass of wine crafted right at the vineyard. See Details

Jul 4

4th of July Kids & Pets Parade

Warrenton, VA

4th of July Kids & Pets Parade Celebrate Independence Day in the heart of Warrenton with a day full of music, tradition, and community spirit, perfect for the whole family, including your pets! The festivities kick off at 10:00 AM with the adorable Kids & Pets Parade down Main Street, followed by a rousing performance of patriotic favorites by the Fauquier Community Band at 10:15 AM. At noon, join the Rotary Club of Warrenton for a meaningful reading of the Declaration of Independence, then rock out to live music. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs. See Details

Jul 4–5

Shipgarten's All Day Fourth of July Celebration

McLean, VA

Shipgarten's All Day Fourth of July Celebration Celebrate Independence Day with Fido at this annual event! Enjoy games like potato sack races, water pong, and cornhole, plus live music, a DJ, and plenty of food and drinks. The event features an on-site dog park, a photo booth, outdoor activities, and drink samples from local breweries, making it a festive summer outing for the whole family and your furry friends. See Details

Jul 11

Slushy & Frozen Drink Festival at Shipgarten

McLean, VA

Slushy & Frozen Drink Festival at Shipgarten Fido is welcome at this event where guests can enjoy icy, flavor-packed drinks for summer. Sip on frozen margaritas, frosé, boozy slushies, and limited-edition specials while enjoying a lively DJ, high-energy vibes, and the ultimate summer day party atmosphere with friends. There's even an on-site dog park and special treats for Fido! See Details

Jul 11

Jurassic Pawty at Eavesdrop

Manassas, VA

Jurassic Pawty at Eavesdrop Mutt Love Rescue and Furever Haven will be on-site from 12 PM – 4 PM with adorable pups up for adoption, while a lineup of pet-focused vendors will keep tails wagging. Enjoy the misters, tasty pup cups, and maybe even spot a few playful “raptors” roaming around, making this the ultimate summer adventure for you and your furry friend. See Details

Jul 11

Key West Festival

Purcellville, VA

Key West Festival Celebrate a tropical-themed summer festival featuring live Caribbean-inspired music, island vibes, and a lively outdoor market with food and craft vendors. Guests can enjoy wine, souvenirs, and a relaxed social atmosphere designed for dancing, lounging on the lawn, and soaking up the seasonal energy. Leashed dogs are welcome in designated outdoor areas. See Details

Feb 15–Jul 19, third monthly

DC Shiba Inu Meetup Shirlington Dog Park

Arlington, VA

DC Shiba Inu Meetup Shirlington Dog Park Bring your Shina Inu to this monthly, breed-specific gathering where two- and four-legged friends can socialize! See Details

First of each month, Mar–Aug

The Washington Pug Meetup

Arlington, VA

The Washington Pug Meetup Bring your Pug, Puggle or pug-loving four-legged sibling out for a play date! The meetup will be in front of the puppy area at Shirlington Park. Fido can run and play with his friends in the fenced area. See Details

Jul 4 & Aug 1

Dirty Habit Presents: Paws and Palms

Washington, DC

Dirty Habit Presents: Paws and Palms Join a sun-soaked courtyard gathering at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC, with laid-back island vibes, cocktails, and four-legged companions. Guests can enjoy specialty treats, pup cups, light music, photo ops, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere designed for lingering and socializing. See Details

Aug 8

Spoil Your Dog Day at James River Cellars Winery

Glen Allen, VA

Spoil Your Dog Day at James River Cellars Winery Celebrate National Spoil Your Dog Day at James River Cellars with a fun-filled afternoon perfect for pups and their people! Enjoy live music, local food trucks, artisan vendors, and adoptable dogs available throughout the afternoon. See Details

Aug 8

BBQ & Bluegrass at Breaux Vineyards

Purcellville, VA

BBQ & Bluegrass at Breaux Vineyards Enjoy smoky, tangy barbecue perfectly paired with Breaux’s wines while soaking in live bluegrass music. Dogs are welcome to join the fun, so bring your pup, grab a bib, and settle in for a laid-back summer day of great food, great music, and great wine (please note: outside food and drinks aren't permitted). See Details

Aug 15

Summer Renaissance Festival at Shipgarten

McLean, VA

Summer Renaissance Festival at Shipgarten Step into a whimsical, medieval world at this outdoor celebration of old-world charm with live entertainment, lively music, and interactive games. Feast on hearty festival fare, sip ale, mead, and themed drinks, and strike your best pose for royal photo ops. Don your crown, tunic, or corset and compete in the costume contest. There's an off-leash area for Fido, and pup cups! See Details

Select May 13–Aug 19

Bark in the Park with the Fredericksburg Nationals

Fredericksburg, VA

Bark in the Park with the Fredericksburg Nationals Bring your favorite four-legged FredNats fan to the ballpark! All dogs are welcome to enjoy the game with their owners. This event is presented by St. Francis Animal Hospital and will take place on the following dates: May 13, June 3, June 17, June 24, July 22, August 5 and August 19. See Details

Feb 11–Aug 26

Pup Stroll Wednesdays at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Vienna, VA

Pup Stroll Wednesdays at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens On Wednesdays, during regular daytime hours, leashed dogs are welcome in the gardens (only service dogs are permitted on other days). Each adult may bring one dog. All attendees must sign an Assumption of Risk and Rules of Participation form before entering. Dogs must be leashed at all times with a non-retractable leash no longer than 6 feet. Loaner leashes are available at the Admissions Desk, and adult handlers are responsible for keeping dogs under control and out of landscape beds. See Details

Aug 29

Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut

Williamsburg, VA

Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut A dog-friendly 5K, competitive walk, and 1-mile Pup Strut where leashed dogs may participate alongside their people. Hosted by 4 Paws Animal Rescue, Inc., the event also features a pup photo contest, vendors, and finish-line fun for a great cause. See Details

Select Apr 8–Sep 2

Woof Wednesdays with Chesapeake Baysox

Bowie, MD

Woof Wednesdays with Chesapeake Baysox Leashed and vaccinated dogs are welcome to enjoy Bark in the Park! Please present current, valid vaccination tags at the gate before entering. The event will take place on the following dates: April 8, April 22, May 20, June 3, June 17, June 24, July 22, August 5, August 19 and September 2. See Details

Apr 11–Sep 3, select home games

Bark at Oriole Park with the Baltimore Orioles

Baltimore, MD

Bark at Oriole Park with the Baltimore Orioles Bring your pup to a special ticketed baseball game experience where dogs sit with their humans in a designated seating area. Dog-friendly games are held on select dates throughout the season, so make sure to check the website's schedule to catch a game. There will be water stations and a pet relief area. Vaccinated, leashed dogs are welcome with a purchased dog ticket. See Details

Sep 5–7

Labor Day Weekend at Shipgarten

McLean, VA

Labor Day Weekend at Shipgarten This three-day weekend invites Fido and guests to enjoy fresh-off-the-grill classics, ice-cold beers, seasonal cocktails, and festive specials. Groove to live music and a DJ, join outdoor games, and more. There's an off-leash area for Fido to play and pup cups! See Details