Dog Events in Stella, NC

This dog-friendly fundraiser brings together local vendors, small businesses, nonprofits, animal lovers and adoptable pets for a day of community fun. Guests can enjoy pulled pork, food trucks, refreshments, a market featuring local makers and pet-focused businesses, and a bar with beer, cocktails, mocktails and pup-friendly barktails.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this beloved Thanksgiving morning tradition, bringing together families, friends, and pups for a festive run or walk in support of Freedom Ride Rescue’s mission to help abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in North Carolina. Participants can choose from a 5K or 1M Fun Run on scenic, flat paved trails, with Thanksgiving-themed costumes, strollers and decorated wagons.

Shop for unique holiday gifts from local small businesses while enjoying live music, food trucks and refreshments. This festive outdoor market offers a fun evening of holiday shopping and entertainment at the brewery.

Bring Fido for a festive photo with Santa while enjoying pet-friendly treats and activities!

Celebrate Christmas with your pup at a dog-friendly holiday party featuring personalized stocking decorating, treats, toys, and professional holiday photos. Each ticket includes admission for up to two dogs and their person, one personalized embroidered stocking, two edited digital photos, a raffle ticket, and social time with fellow dog lovers.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages will be available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Take Fido for a stroll through the illuminated garden as holiday lights transform the 10-acre gardens into an enchanted wonderland. Seasonal plants and holiday gifts will be available, and designated nights will feature live entertainment. Check their website for current schedule and weather closings. Timed-entry tickets sold online only.