Dog Events in Welaka, FL

All Sighthounds and their humans are invited to enjoy a fun, leash-only community walk and celebration. The morning kicks off with a walk along the Orlando Urban Trail toward Lake Highland, with route options of ¼, ½, or 1 mile. Dogs must be on standard leashes (no retractable leashes or prong collars). After the walk, enjoy an after-party featuring adoptable dogs, raffles, live painting, a photographer, a kissing booth, dog pools, and food and drinks available for purchase.

Bring your pets, either on leash or in a carrier, to gather under the oaks on the church grounds as each animal receives a blessing. All people and animals are welcome.

This dog-friendly Halloween 5K welcomes runners and walkers with or without their dogs. Participants receive a T-shirt, finisher medal, doggie charm, chip-timed race bib, live results and finish-line treats for both humans and dogs.

Celebrate your furry, feathered, and scaly friends at this annual event in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Following the blessing inside the Cathedral, enjoy pet vendors and pet care resources.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features a festive pet parade and costume contest with prizes for Best Costume, Best Pet & Owner Duo and Best Float. Guests can also enjoy a live DJ, fall-themed photo opportunities, pet-friendly vendors and a chance to meet the team from SPCA Florida. All pets are welcome but must be friendly, well-behaved and leashed throughout the event.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this Oktoberfest celebration! There will be a free bounce park, community performances, a beer garden and much more. Don't forget to register your Dachshund or Wiener Dog Wannabe in the Dachshund Races!

Avalon Park's Oktoberfest event will once again feature the crowd favorite Dachshund races! Only 48 registered Dachshunds and 12 Wanna-Be spots will be available for the Bier Stein Wiener Walk Race (a fun game where all breeds can play), taking place before the Dachshund Semi-Finals. There will also be a Hot Dog Dunk contest!

This festival invites visitors and leashed pups to stroll Main Street and browse handcrafted goods from top artisans, including pottery, planters, jewelry, hair accessories and more. Don’t miss the expansive green market featuring artisanal soaps, specialty dips and spices.

This dog-friendly Halloween-themed 5K features a festive morning of running, costumes and mimosas. Participants receive a custom finisher medal, race-themed shirt and a mimosa at the finish line, with juice and water available for those under 21.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join this Biketoberfest poker run featuring scenic rides, food and drinks at several biker- and dog-friendly stops, and plenty of prizes. Collect cards at participating stops before returning for an after-party with live music, food, raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and poker hand winners.

Guests are invited to bring their leashed pups and enjoy live music from Central Florida favorites! Families can also enjoy German beer, bratwurst and a stein-holding competition open to all.

This community fundraiser benefiting SafeHouse of Seminole, features family-friendly activities, vendor booths, raffles, adoptable pets, games, photo opportunities, and interactive attractions! Guests can enjoy a dog costume contest and obstacle course, free pup cups, photo ops, and more.

Join a community Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating with local vendors, live entertainment, food, family activities, and costume fun for all ages. Guests can enjoy a festive market atmosphere with performances, games, and seasonal treats while supporting local creatives and nonprofits. Leashed pets are welcome to join the celebration.

This dog-friendly Halloween-themed 5K welcomes runners and walkers with their leashed pups! Registration includes a T-shirt, finisher medal, 5K entry, chip-timed race bib, live results and finish-line treats for both humans and dogs. Proceeds benefit Humane Society of North Central Florida.

Come out to one of the largest dog-friendly adoption events within the area! There will be contests, races, training demos, food trucks, vendors and so much more!

This two-day indoor/outdoor festival is the ultimate celebration for pets and the people who love them, featuring exciting contests like Best Trick and Costume, thrilling Dogs Dock Diving competitions, and plenty of chances for your pup to join in. Leashed pets are welcome, as long as they're current on all vaccinations. Explore a wide variety of pet vendors with treats, toys, grooming products, and training services, meet adoptable pets, and learn from expert demos.

Guests can enjoy beer from local breweries, food trucks, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and contests like log sawing and brat eating. For Dachshunds, there will be a Best Dressed Wiener and Wiener dog races! All dogs must be kept on a leash. The event will be held Friday from 5 PM until 10 PM, Saturday from 11 AM until 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM until 6 PM.

Join a festive Halloween community event featuring trick-or-treating with local vendors, live DJ entertainment, performances, food, and family-friendly activities in a lively outdoor setting. Two- and four-legged friends are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy a day of shopping, seasonal fun, and supporting local creatives and nonprofits.

Bring Fido out to this festive celebration for the whole family! Enjoy food trucks, a trunk-or-treat for the kids, refreshments, games, and a variety of vendors. Show off your creativity in costume, trunk, and booth contests, with prizes for everyone, and soak up a day packed with fun, community, and Halloween spirit!

This family- and dog-friendly fundraiser features a short dog walk, canine costume contest, adoptable dogs, pet-friendly vendors, raffles, food trucks, music and more. Prizes are awarded for top fundraisers and best canine costumes. All proceeds benefit Franklin's Friends, an all-volunteer nonprofit supporting animal welfare programs including shelter and rescue, spay/neuter, community education and pet retention.