Dog Events in Union Beach, NJ

BringFido in costume to enjoy this fun event! There will be snacks and soft drinks served and guests are welcome to BYOB. The Pet Costume Contest will begin at 1:00 PM. There will be prizes for funniest costume, most original, and best overall. Canidae will also be supplying samples and special offers.

Celebrate this annual Halloween bash with fellow dog lovers and your pup. Tickets include a Spicy Moon buffet, one house beer, a swag bag, raffle prizes, a photo booth, and entry into the dog costume contest.

Take a stroll with Fido on the Asbury Park Boardwalk and celebrate the holidays! Enjoy shopping with local vendors, food, libations, holiday decor, workshops, holiday photo stations and entertainment.

Celebrate spooky season with Fido at this Halloween-themed event! There will be a 4-mile run or walk, kids' races and a costumed pet walk. Prizes will be awarded for best pet costume, best team costume and more!

This dog-friendly costume contest and parade raises awareness of pet food insecurity while supporting the HCC Pet Pantry. Guests can enter their pets in the costume contest, then enjoy a festive parade with music, prizes and other activities. The parade will begin at 3:00 PM, with judging at 3:30 PM.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration invites pups to dress up for a costume contest with prizes for the best-dressed dogs, judged by local Williamsburg dog lovers. Guests can enjoy free family and pet portraits, pup treats, opportunities to socialize and festive entertainment, with prizes for both dogs and their people.

Happening each Wednesday throughout October, this dog-friendly fall vendor fair features local makers, unique gifts, tasty treats, fall photo opportunities and paw painting. Guests can browse participating booths and collect stamps on a vendor passport for a chance to win a $100 gift card to The Hungry Puppy. No purchase is necessary to enter the raffle, and attendees can bring their pups along for an afternoon of shopping and seasonal fun.

Bring Fido to a party just for pups and pup-parents! Have a good time with your best furry one, and meet new friends both two- and four-legged. There will be free snacks, soft drinks, and treats from a sponsoring pet food manufacturer. Head to this double-gated dog park plenty of fun! You're welcome to BYOB.

Put your pup in their best costume and join the fun to see who takes the top prize! This festive Halloween hike offers plenty of treats and no tricks as you wander through the forest with your four-legged friend. All dogs must remain leashed, and dog lovers without pups are more than welcome to join in the spooky stroll.

Bring your costumed pup to a Halloween celebration featuring trick-for-treat fun! Dogs can show off their tricks—or simply give it their best effort—to earn a treat. Costumed pups will also receive a free sample bag of Kismet Nugs to take home. Come early for a playful gathering filled with canine costumes and Halloween fun.

This dog-friendly charity event features two guided hike opportunities, local vendors, demonstrations and plenty of activities for dogs and their families. A $20 donation is requested to participate in the dog hike, while general admission is a $5 donation. All proceeds benefit People for Animals in Hillside, New Jersey.

Bring Fido and paint a portrait of him! Artist Michele Cahill will help each pet parent masterfully paint their best canine friend. Please note that you must register in advance and email Michele a picture of your dog before attending.

Dog Date Afternoon and Boris & Horton host a Pride-themed speed-dating event for gay singles in NYC and their pups. Matching experts curate three dates based on participants’ interests, favorite activities, neighborhood, lifestyle, and dog compatibility.

Enjoy a tail-wagging evening of Thanksgiving-themed fun featuring turkey-based dog food and treats, complimentary snacks for pet parents, and a paw-print painting station where dogs and their people can create a special holiday keepsake.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a dog-friendly feast featuring a full holiday meal for people and a special Thanksgiving dinner for pups. The human menu includes soup and salad, a choice of traditional turkey or a vegetarian entrée, and family-style sides such as mac and cheese, cranberry sauce, potatoes, and stuffing.

Stop by the Saturday after Thanksgiving with your furry friend to enjoy food, live entertainment, costume prizes, a dog zone and more! Please note that Fido isn't permitted in the ocean, and you must have a designated registrant hold your dog while you plunge.

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.

Get ready to laugh as your furry friend howls for a night of tail-wagging fun. Enjoy canine-themed jokes and drinks with your pup. This show is recommended for audience members ages 18+ and occurs one Friday each month. Check their website for current schedule.

Bring Fido to meet Jolly Old Saint Nick on select weekends and receive a photo for your holiday card! Please note making a reservation before the event is highly encouraged, although walk-ins are welcome. The last day, December 13 is reserved for Aussie's.

On select Sundays this holiday season, bring Fido and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. Pet Photos will be located in Center Court. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.