Dog Events in Georgia (US)

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Georgia 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 Georgia 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 Barks & Bites: Doggie Food Crawl on the Atlanta BeltLine
Barks & Bites: Doggie Food Crawl on the Atlanta BeltLine Does your dog love the BeltLine? Then they’re in for a real treat! Bring Fido out for his very own one-mile restaurant crawl. There will be tasty pup snacks at each stop as well as small bites and a craft beer for humans. Registration is limited to one canine companion. Paid parking is available at the Krog Street Market parking garage. See Details
Pet Friendly Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration Bring Fido out to celebrate the environmentally responsible people and businesses of coastal Georgia. This event is free to the public and offers fun for the whole family. There will be vendors, live music, children’s art activities, fitness games, educational workshops, and many other interactive exhibits and demonstrations. Make sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs to enjoy the afternoon. See Details
Locust Grove Day Street Dance & Fireworks Show Bring Fido to this party in the park! There will be live music, dancing, concessions, and a big fireworks show to close out the night. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a leash. See Details
Bark For Life of the Southern Crescent Bring Fido along to this noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. Each participant will set a fundraising goal to reach during the event, and there will also be activities and entertainment to follow. See Details
Bark in the Park Leashed pups and their humans are invited to this family-friendly event! There will be a pet parade, pet contests, low-cost pet vaccinations, food for purchase, raffles and vendors to explore. Kids will enjoy the petting zoo and bounce house. See Details
Street Dog Dash 5K Participate in a 5K alongside Fido for a great cause! The route is flat and scenic, starting in Etowah River Park, crossing the river into and around Heritage Park, then back to Etowah again. This is an Official AJC Peachtree Roadrace qualifying event. There will be fun activities after the race including an awards ceremony, DJ, raffle, treats for you and your dog, and an animal adoption event hosted by local shelters. See Details
Midtown Mutt Gala Bring your pup along to enjoy a doggy version of the Met Gala! There will be a red carpet, a costume contest, food and drinks, and music from a live DJ. Attending the event as a spectator is free, and a $10 fee to enter your dog into the costume contest. See Details
Dog Days of Summer Yappy Hour This festive event welcomes you and Fido for an afternoon of fun. Giveaway prizes, cocktails, food, treats, yard games and live music can be enjoyed during your visit. Dogs must be on a leash throughout the event and must remain well-behaved. See Details
Dog Socialization Attend a lively morning of doggy socialization, games and activities! Dogs attending must be current or previous Willow Creek Dog Training Students. Rain date is May 18th. See Details
Midtown Race for MAC 5K This family and pet-friendly event raises awareness about the prevention of homelessness and hunger for working families. Dogs in strollers or on a leash may join you as you run or walk the 5k through the park! See Details
Slammedenuff Atlanta Car Show Fido can join you in the outdoor area of this car show, where you can check out a variety of unique makes and models, with awards given to winners of top categories. See Details
Sip & Swine BBQ Festival Enjoy barbecue, live music, shopping from local vendors and more at this free, family-friendly event supporting a great cause! There will be professional and backyard teams cooking up chicken, pork and beef plates, plus a variety of other food offerings. Dogs are welcome, but please remember to keep Fido on a leash, pack him water, and be mindful of the hot pavement. See Details
River Tubing Four-legged adventure pals are invited to join their humans on this exciting excursion down the river! This easy, four-mile float takes anywhere from three to four hours. Note that the Food and Adventure tickets include a turkey or chicken sub sandwich, assorted fruit, a cookie, water and lemonade. Note that if your pet pops the tube, there will be a replacement fee. See Details
Bark Meow-ket Bring Fido and the family to this fun event which features pet-centric treasures from local artisans & vendors and globally-inspired bites from Chow a la Carte pop-up chefs. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome, and they'll have free tennis balls for the first 50 humans in line. See Details
Bark in the Park Bring Fido and the family out for a delightful day out in the park, filled with story time sessions for both pets and kids, pet vendors, exhibitions, adoptions, and much more! There will also be exciting contests with awards for the best costume, biggest dog, smallest dog, most exotic/unusual pet, and the best owner/pet lookalike duo. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Liberty Bell Pool Dog Splash and Luau Join the fun at Georgia's largest spring-fed pool where dogs can swim freely, with music, contests, and activities like dog matches and best tricks. Be mindful that humans aren't allowed in the pool, and you must pre-register and bring proof of rabies vaccine. See Details
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