Dog Events in Townsend, GA

Enter your pup in the dog costume contest and compete in categories like Large Dog, Small Dog, Judges Favorite, and Crowd Favorite for a chance to win prizes. Don’t miss the hilarious dog pie eating contest, followed by a 50/50 raffle to support local homeless pets at the Bryan Animal League.

This dog-friendly Halloween hockey event invites fans to bring their four-legged friends to cheer on the Ghost Pirates during a night of live hockey and spooky fun. Dog tickets include a bandana, and each dog must be accompanied by at least one ticketed human.

BrewHound’s annual Halloween party invites dogs and their humans to show off their creative costumes in a contest with prizes for first, second, and third place. Guests can enjoy free crafts for kids, spooky music, photography, food, decorations, photo opportunities, doggie goodie bags, candy, and games. All dogs are required to be current on Distemper, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccinations, be at least 10 months old, and be spayed or neutered. Register on their website.

Join this energetic race event featuring music, fitness and community fun in Jacksonville! The event includes a 5K and shorter race options, with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign. Dogs are welcome to join the 1-mile option.

This annual event takes place in the historic and Starland districts of Savannah and attracts over 1,000 participants with their furry friends each year. Humans and pets dress up in Halloween costumes and follow event maps to over 100 businesses giving out dog treats and goodies. Enjoy photo ops and Wiener Dog races!

Bring Fido out for a spooktacular Halloween celebration! Show off your best costume during the Halloween fashion show on the iconic Liberty Oak stage at 2:30 PM. Costumes are encouraged, and all ages are welcome to take part in the festivities!

Bring Fido out for a fun day of live music and drink specials!

Celebrate North Florida Weens’ anniversary with a Dachshund-only meetup featuring weenie races, live music, food and beer, a Halloween costume contest, a best trick contest, and dachshund-themed vendors. Raffles benefit Dollar for Doxies. Dogs must be current on rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccinations, with registration on the Brewhound website or veterinary records required to access the off-leash play yard and races.

Join a family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring trunk-or-treating, vendor trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment, food, and seasonal activities for all ages. Guests are encouraged to wear costumes and enjoy a festive community gathering with shopping, games, and local nonprofits. Leashed pets are welcome to join the event.

The 2026 event has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 31st If you have a Wiener or almost Wiener dog, you cannot miss this annual event! All Dachshunds will be grouped by weight and must be less than 25 lbs to participate. In addition to racing, there will be other activities like a Doggy Parade and Costume Contest! Dachshund-mix dogs may race in special “Almost Wiener” heat, but are ineligible for the grand prize trophy run. Other breeds are ineligible to race, but are welcome to come cheer on their fur friends! Registered dogs need to check in at the registration desk between 9 AM – 10:45 AM.

Every Saturday during October, bring Fido for a spooky outdoor scavenger hunt through the Wormsloe State Historic Site! Leashed dogs are welcome, but please note that Fido isn't permitted inside buildings. Visitors will follow clues to find the skeletons. If you find them all, you'll receive a treat.

Get ready for a spooktacular day of Halloween fun! On event day, check in and Trick-or-Treat bag distribution will be held 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. Costumes are encouraged for kids, adults, and leashed dogs! The costume contest will be held at 12:00 PM.

This family-friendly Halloween celebration features trick-or-treating at participating stores, a costume contest with age divisions, group categories and specialty awards, music from a DJ and emcee, and festive photo opportunities.

This lively event invites guests to explore local galleries, shops, restaurants, and businesses that stay open late with drinks, snacks, and special offerings, all set to the backdrop of live music in the Signature Squares. Leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun; however, please note that individual businesses set their own pet policies, so it's best to ask before bringing your pup inside.

Leashed dogs are welcome for a fun-filled day to celebrate the fall season! Guests will enjoy live bluegrass music from local bands, BBQ, food vendors, a craft market and much more! Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and/or blankets as needed.

Fido is invited to join this fall community market featuring local vendors, live music and performances, food, and family-friendly activities in a lively outdoor setting. Guests can shop handmade goods, enjoy seasonal treats, and take part in a festive day supporting local creatives and nonprofits.

Leashed dogs are welcome as spectators at this beloved annual event featuring the creations of acclaimed lantern artist Chantelle Rytter, along with hundreds of colorful lanterns crafted by residents, visitors, school groups, and local organizations. The parade starts at Alder Lane Beach Access, travels north along the Coligny Beach coastline, and concludes with a festival at Lowcountry Celebration Park.

Leashed dogs are invited to participate in this annual event that begins at the museum where you'll pick up a trail map and clues. Then, you'll take the 3-mile Battery Trail searching for clues! Finishers who find all the clues can return to the museum to claim a prize (while supplies last!). Please note that dogs aren't permitted inside buildings.

Line up along Savannah's riverfront to watch over 40 boats decorated in holiday cheer parade down the Savannah River! The parade will be led by the Georgia Queen Riverboat and begin at the Eastern Wharf Dock at the Thompson Savannah Hotel. After passing the panel of judges at the Eastern Wharf Park, the Captains will continue down the river past River Street and Plant Riverside District, ending back at the Eastern Wharf Dock.

Kick of the season with Fido at this festive event! The tree lighting brings the community together to celebrate the holidays.