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    Dog Events in Connecticut

    When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Connecticut who are as crazy about their pets as you, there’s no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. Attend any of the dog shows, agility competitions, costume parades, festivals or fundraisers in Connecticut on our Dog Events Calendar and you’ll meet hundreds, maybe even thousands, of dog lovers. And since 70% of the events listed benefit humane societies, attending one is a great way to help homeless pets too.

    Pet Friendly Alpha Dog Lure Coursing FunRuns
    May 5 – Nov 24

    Alpha Dog Lure Coursing FunRuns

    Durham, CT
    Alpha Dog Lure Coursing FunRuns Bring Fido out for Lure Coursing FunRuns exercise program for dogs! Dogs chase the lure in a safe, enclosed corral, one at a time. There are plenty of water bowls and trails for cooldown walks between runs. The cost is $10 per run. See Details
    Pet Friendly Westport Dog Festival
    May 19

    Westport Dog Festival

    Westport, CT
    Westport Dog Festival Bring Fido to this fun, annual event featuring adoptable pets, dog competitions, an obstacle course, vendors, food trucks, K9 demonstrations, photo ops, and more! Considered the "best dog festival in the State", this event expects more than 3,000 people and 1,000 dogs are to attend. See Details
    May 29 – Aug 28

    Yappy Hour at Harbor Point Dog Park

    Stamford, CT
    Yappy Hour at Harbor Point Dog Park Bring Fido to this fun event featuring dog nutrition experts from Harbor Pets and wine samples from Harbor Point Wines & Spirits. RSVPs for you and your furry BFF are requested. In the event of inclement weather, the gathering will be canceled. See Details
    May 31 – Jun 2

    Snoring and Exploring

    Winsted, CT
    Snoring and Exploring Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for this weekend-long adventure. The event will feature overland-style camping, guided trail rides, a raffle and more on a private 350-acre campground. See Details
    Jun 2

    Pets in the Park

    New Milford, CT
    Pets in the Park Fido is invited to join you for a full day of shopping, demonstrations, experts, entertainment, rescues, adoptions, blessings and more. Jesse’s Ice Cream and Streetside Hot Dogs will also be there serving up food! All pets must be on a leash or in a carrier. See Details
    Jun 8

    Pup-A-Palooza

    Voluntown, CT
    Pup-A-Palooza Bring Fido out for a puppy pawty! There will be raffle prizes, vendors and games for pup owners to enjoy. Fido will have a blast in the pup playground, dog parade and at the dog treat bar! See Details
    Jun 22

    Alpha Dog Fair & Madison Lions Day

    Madison, CT
    Alpha Dog Fair & Madison Lions Day Bring Fido out to the first annual Alpha Dog Fair that is joining the 50th annual Madison Lions Day to make an extra fun, dog and family-friendly event! There will be lure coursing at the Alpha Dog Fun Run Corral, dog-centric vendors, a flea market, music, food for purchase and more. All dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after. See Details
    Aug 31 – Oct 14

    The Connecticut Renaissance Faire

    Lebanon, CT
    The Connecticut Renaissance Faire Open up a whole new world for your pet when you attend the Renaissance Faire! With 10 stages, you can watch performances like jousting knights, live-flight birds of prey, armored combat, circus-style performances, comedy, music, magic, and more. There will also be local craft beer and wines as well as turkey legs, bread bowl stews, desserts, and other Renaissance-themed food. Also, don't forget to check out some of the outdoor artisan shops! Note that dogs attending must have rabies vaccine and be leashed at all times (retractable leashes are not permitted). See Details
    Oct 13

    Pets in the Park

    Danbury, CT
    Pets in the Park Dress Fido up in his best costume and head over to this annual event, which offers loads of fun for the whole family. Your leashed pup may join you for a day of activities, including demonstrations, face painting, vendors, rescue adoptions and more. Participate in the Parade of Pets Costume Contest at 3:00 PM for your chance to win a prize! See Details
    Oct 26

    The Great Pupkin Howl-O-Ween Festival

    Stamford, CT
    The Great Pupkin Howl-O-Ween Festival Leashed dogs are invited to stop by this event with their owners for an afternoon filled with activities and socializing. A costume contest, doggy games, snacks and a haunted dog house are just some of the options available for visitors to participate in. Don't forget to dress Fido up to partake in the costume contest with a chance to win a gift card! See Details
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