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Dog Events in Massachusetts

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts 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 Bark in the Park with the Worcester Red Sox

Apr 7 – Aug 3

Bark in the Park with the Worcester Red Sox

Bark in the Park with the Worcester Red Sox

Bring your furry friend and the whole family for a day of fun and baseball! Dog-friendly days include Sunday, April 7th, Sunday June 9th, and Saturday, August 3rd. There will be a pregame doggie parade, vendors with cool giveaways, and much more!

Pet Friendly Bark Brunch Saturdays

May 4 – Aug 31

Bark Brunch Saturdays

Bark Brunch Saturdays

Spend your Saturday afternoon hanging out with fellow pet lovers and their four-legged friends during this weekly event! Attendees can unwind on the patio with their dogs while participating in games and enjoying delicious food.

May 8 – Dec 18

Wednesday Trivia Night

Wednesday Trivia Night

Treat yourself to a mid-week evening of fun during this recurring event. Participants can test their knowledge with Tag Team Trivia while sitting on the heated patio, sipping refreshing beverages and chowing down on tasty bites. Teams of up to six people can compete for first, second or third place with special prizes.

Jul 31 – Oct 23

Yappy Hour at The Anchor

Yappy Hour at The Anchor

Bring Fido out for a night on the patio! On a select Wednesday each month, guests can enjoy food and drinks, as well as live music, free swag, treats, giveaways, and a variety of vendors.

Aug 8

Barkamor: Dog Friendly Yappy Hour

Barkamor: Dog Friendly Yappy Hour

Bring Fido to this social gathering and fundraiser for Gals Best Pal! The event will feature live music, a dog menu, vendors, interactive activities and more. Tickets include a welcome cocktail and complimentary Farmer's Organic Gin liquor tastings. Attendees will also find rescue dogs looking for loving homes.

Aug 8

Block Pawty

It's a party for you & your pup! Bring Fido to this outdoor plaza for snacks, drinks, live music, raffles, dog-related vendors, photo-ops, pet-focused businesses, dog treats and more! While there, you can also shop or dine at one of the pet-friendly establishments.

Aug 11

Dog Days at The Street: Custom Dog Bandanas

Dog Days at The Street: Custom Dog Bandanas

Owners can enjoy the dog days of summer with their four-legged companions during this fun-filled event! Attendees can create a custom chain-stitched bandana for their pup, dogs can chow down on a pup cup while owners enjoy a cookie, and guests can leave with a goodie bag from Polkadog Bakery. Note that this event is sold in timeslots as embroidery will be done live.

Aug 17

Buzzards Bay Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

Buzzards Bay Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

Prepare your taste buds and raise your glasses for the annual food truck and craft beer festival. Your leashed pup can join you as you indulge in offerings of over 25 food trucks, serving their most beloved dishes, while you sip on various regional, local and national craft beers. It's not just about the food and drinks – expect a day filled with lawn games, live music, and family-friendly fun.

Aug 17

Dog Days

Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their owners inside to escape the heat. It's the perfect opportunity to socialize with other pet parents while shopping for artisan goods for you and your furry friend.

Aug 18

Dog "Lick Painting"

Dog "Lick Painting"

Well-behaved, leashed dogs can show off their inner Paw-Caso during this event, which celebrates the creativity and playfulness of furry friends. Tickets include the supplies for pups to create masterpieces, water and treats. Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome while supplies last.

Aug 24

Dog Days of Summer at Cape Cod Beer

Dog Days of Summer at Cape Cod Beer

The whole family is invited to this PAWty in the beer garden! Attendees can listen to live music, chow down on bites from food trucks, browse local vendors and sip on delicious brews. Four-legged friends can play in the splash zone and snap pictures in the dog photo booth.

Aug 24

Dog "Lick Painting"

Dog "Lick Painting"

Let Fido show off his artistic abilities at this event! All painting supplies will be provided and non-toxic. Watch in awe as your canine artist uses their tongues to create colorful and abstract paintings that are truly one-of-a-kind. Please note that all dogs must be well-behaved and leashed at all times.

Aug 24

Bring Your Own Doggo Boston Harbor Cruise

Bring Your Own Doggo Boston Harbor Cruise

Celebrate the relationship between people and their pups during this annual event with Fido. Take in the city skyline, sip on adult beverages, listen to music, and make new friends, all while spending quality time with your furry friend.

Aug 24

Bark and Bling Bash

Bark and Bling Bash

Mark your calendars for this National Dog Day fundraiser! Owners are encouraged to bring their four-legged friends along for a fun-filled event. Attendees can take advantage of special promotions and exclusive shopping and mingle with fellow pet lovers.

Aug 25

Dog "Lick Painting"

Dog "Lick Painting"

Let Fido show off his artistic abilities at this event! All painting supplies will be provided and non-toxic. Watch in awe as your canine artist uses their tongues to create colorful, unique paintings. Please note that all dogs must be well-behaved and on a leash.

Aug 26

Dog "Lick Painting"

Dog "Lick Painting"

Bring your leashed pup to this paw-some event to witness the artistic talents of your furry friends. All the necessary supplies will be provided for dogs to create their own masterpieces using non-toxic, pet-friendly paints. Watch in awe as Fido uses his tongue to create a colorful, abstract painting that is truly one-of-a-kind.

Sep 7–8

Doggy Maze Daze at Marini Farm

Doggy Maze Daze at Marini Farm

Marini Farm is teaming up with the Ipswich Humane Group to host this annual fundraiser! For this weekend only, the farm will open the corn maze for pet owners and their four-legged friends! There are seven miles of family-friendly pathways in the maze. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Sep 8

Dog "Lick Painting"

Dog "Lick Painting"

Well-behaved leashed dogs are invited to unleash their creativity. The event host will supply everything needed for dogs to craft their unique artworks using safe, pet-friendly paints. Witness the awe-inspiring sight as your furry best friend uses their tongues to produce vibrant, abstract paintings.

Sep 14

Haverhill's Woofstock

Haverhill's Woofstock

Well-behaved dogs are invited to enjoy vendors, live entertainment and activities. Be sure to go through your closet beforehand to find a costume! There'll be three categories: best duo, funniest and most originality. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, the following day.

Sep 21–22

Salem Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

Salem Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

BringFido to Food Truck Festivals of America's Salem event. Admission free but special packages are available for purchase. The event features some of the area's most popular food trucks dishing out fan favorites such as fall-off-the-bone BBQ, wood-fired pizzas, zesty tacos, sweet treats, and more, as well as dozens of regional and national brews. Bring lawn chairs or blankets along for seating, and ensure Fido is leashed at all times.

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