Dog Events in Tusculum, TN

Get spooky with your pups at this Halloween camping weekend packed with festive fun. Enjoy gourmet food trucks, Yappy Hour socials, creative paint-and-lick activities, canine photography, doggy ice cream, and high-energy lure coursing. Dress up for costume and site decorating contests, go Bark-or-Treating around the campground, and cap it all off with live rock-and-roll music! You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Celebrate the 6-year anniversary with a spooktacular weekend featuring specials, pet portraits, live music, music bingo, a photo booth, raffles, and more! Check the official website for details on which activities and specials are offered each day.

Celebrate Fall with Fido with a visit to the Biltmore Estate to view the spectacular property. The grounds are perfect for walking your pets, but please keep them securely leashed at all times. Dogs aren't permitted inside any buildings, but are allowed on the outdoor patios of Bistro and Cedric’s Tavern for dining.

Bring Fido out and get his picture taken with Santa!

Leashed dogs are welcome at this anniversary celebration that will feature raffles, door prizes, local vendors and rescues, games and activities, tours of the facility, and treats for humans and pups. Please ensure Fido is up-to-date on vaccinations before attending.

This dog-friendly Oktoberfest-style event features local pet vendors, a stein-holding contest, a best-dressed lederhosen contest, plus German-inspired food and beer. Guests can enjoy festive activities while supporting Blue Ridge Humane Society.

Dog Days at Zoo Knoxville allows visitors to explore the zoo with their dogs during this special, ticketed event. Dogs must be at least 4 months old, have current rabies vaccinations, and remain on a non-retractable leash no longer than six feet. Each dog must have a separate ticket and an adult handler age 18 or older. Advance online tickets are required, and capacity is limited.

Take a stroll down Main Street with Fido and shop from 100+ local artisans, makers and pop up boutiques lining the road.

This dog-friendly fall celebration features seasonal decorations, autumn-themed activities, festive photo opportunities and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can also explore the shops, restaurants and attractions, some of which welcome Fido.

Leashed dogs are welcome at the annual holiday parade that starts at the intersection of 4th Street NW and 1st Avenue NW. The parade will continue on 1st Avenue NW towards City Hall, turn right on North Center Street, and then right on Main Avenue NW to Union Square. Immediately following the parade, Santa will light the tree on Union Square. Guests can enjoy holiday music, shopping specials and more!

Stroll through a lively holiday market featuring over 35 local artisans, fresh-cut Christmas trees, and warm seasonal treats like hot cocoa and cider. Don’t miss the highlight of the evening, the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 PM, for a magical moment to kick off the season!

Bring Fido to this fun, annual event featuring a 1-mile fun run for kids, followed by the 10K walk/run and 5K races. Four-legged pacesetters can run with their owners in either of the races. A turkey and trophy will be awarded to the top male & female in the 5K and 10K.

Take a trot with Fido on Thanksgiving Day through the charming downtown streets! Open to runners, walkers, and even costumed participants and pets. Registration includes a long-sleeve Turkey Trot tee, goody bag, and awards for fastest runners, best costume, and best pet costume.

Walk off that Thanksgiving meal with Fido on a guided 3-mile hike starting at the park's visitor's center to the covered bridge. You'll learn some fun facts from your Naturalist guide along the way. Please ensure your dog is leashed, bring water and wear appropriate shoes. Reservations are required.

Festively dressed pups march from the new Swamp Rabbit Animal Hospital down the trail to Main Street. The fun wraps up at the Gazebo, where Best Dressed judging begins at 5:45 PM with prizes and treats for all participating pets. Enjoy a cheerful, tail-wagging holiday stroll full of adorable outfits, great photo moments, and plenty of community spirit. The event takes place during the Holiday Hop & Christmas Market!

Take a stroll with Fido among festive lights and shop with local artisans, enjoy treats and food from nearby shops, and soak up holiday cheer with family and friends. Don't miss the Jingle Paws Parade at 5 PM that begins at Swamp Rabbit Animal Hospital!

This family- and dog-friendly holiday celebration kicks off the season with games, live music, caroling, hot chocolate and visits with Santa. The town is illuminated during the festivities, and the celebration is followed the next morning by the annual Christmas Parade along Main Street!

Gather with friends, family and furry companions for festive meals, cozy socials, and plenty of dog-friendly fun. Enjoy food trucks, paint-and-lick activities, lure coursing, a campground turkey trot, canine photography, themed Yappy Hours, and special holiday dinners. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Kick off the holiday season with Fido at this annual parade! Floats will parade down Main Street, turning left onto Porter Street at the Lazy Hiker. Turning left again onto Palmer Street at the red light ending at the Highlands Road Intersection. You'll see fire trucks, EMS, police cars, floats, trucks, cars and walkers!

Bring Fido out to celebrate the start of the holiday season! There will be hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies.