Dog Events in Santa Claus, IN

Fido is invited to join you for this fun 5K event, but please note that pets must remain on a leash and aren't allowed in the winery. Whether you're looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine, this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience!

Put your leashed pup in his best costume and join them for a howling good time! Enjoy delicious food samples and sales from Badlands Ranch, and enter Fido is the costume contest for a chance to win prizes. Plus, there’ll be a creepy crawler workshop to explore.

Leashed dogs are welcome (and costumes are encouraged!) at this family-friendly celebration kicking off with a lively Halloween Parade before an afternoon full of fun. Guests can enjoy live music, a Kid Zone, and indulge in tasty bites from food trucks along with beer and wine offerings.

Enjoy free treats for your pup, earn reward points and join the costume contest! Plus, guests will receive holiday safety tips to keep your pets happy and healthy this season.

Enjoy delicious bites from two local food vendors and shop from unique vendors offering food, décor, gifts, and more. Tap your toes to the sounds of three live bands performing in front of the barn. Chairs will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own lawn chairs for extra comfort. Families will love the extra activities, including bounce houses, ball pits, cornhole, sack races and obstacle courses.

Enjoy a fun-filled, pet-friendly festival packed with entertainment and activities for all ages. Guests can explore local vendors, enjoy music, food trucks, a beer garden, and family attractions including face painting, inflatables, a petting zoo, and more. Animal lovers can meet adoptable dogs, visit the Bark Bar, enjoy photo opportunities and a kissing booth!

Kick off Halloween week with Fido at this family-friendly celebration featuring kids activities, a family 5K, a pet costume contest, Trick Your Trunk, and more seasonal fun. Bring your pup to show off their best costume and enjoy a festive day of Halloween activities for the whole family.

Enjoy a dog-friendly day featuring local animal organizations, a paw-print keepsake station, vendors selling cookies and dog treats, and a Wine & Wag tasting trail with wine samples paired with dog treats. A free dog costume contest invites registered pups and their humans to dress up, with a prize for the winner. Dogs must remain leashed and under their owners’ control throughout the event. Advance registration is required for the costume contest.

This fundraiser for It Takes a Village No-Kill Shelter features $10 pulled pork sandwich meal deals with chips and a drink, a pet costume contest with prizes for the best and most creative looks, and a raffle drawing. All proceeds directly support shelter animals by helping provide care, medical attention, and second chances at finding loving forever homes.

This annual Halloween event features local vendors, adoptables from local rescues, food trucks and more!

Spend the evening exploring downtown with Fido!Each Thursday, vehicles of all kinds gather for a lively community evening. Classic cars, hot rods, trucks, motorcycles, tractors, and antiques line the streets as visitors stroll the square, admire the rides, and enjoy the local atmosphere.

Swing by with your leashed pup to grab some locally made food, enjoy the amenities at Switchyard Park, and experience live music and performances from local artists. Limited seating is available, so bringing your own lawn chair is recommended.

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.

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.

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.

On the first Friday of each month (except January and July), bring Fido and enjoy extended hours at dozens of local businesses, live music throughout town, engaging art displays, special events, exclusive deals, and one-of-a-kind experiences. It’s the perfect evening to explore, shop, dine, and enjoy the vibrant community spirit of Franklin.

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.

Capture festive holiday memories with your pets at this photo event featuring Santa and the Grinch. All are welcome to bring their furry friends for a holiday photo package that includes a printed photo and digital copy for $15.

Leashed dogs are welcome at select outdoor activities during this festive all-day celebration kicking off the holiday season. The event includes a winter market with handmade goods, a lighted parade through downtown, food vendors, live entertainment and the lighting of the courthouse square.