Dog Events in New Jersey

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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.

Sep 19

Cranford Pooch Plunge at Orange Avenue Pool

Cranford, NJ

Cranford Pooch Plunge at Orange Avenue Pool

Dive into the fun at this annual event for dogs! Fido is welcome to splash around before the pool closes for the season. Register in advance to secure your spot. All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations and ready to play nicely with others! Time slots are designated by your dog's weight. There's a limit of one dog per adult handler.

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Sep 19

Pet Palooza & Food Truck Festival

Livingston, NJ

Pet Palooza & Food Truck Festival

This festival is packed with activities for both two- and four-legged guests, including live music, a delicious lineup of 15 food vendors, pet adoptions, a pet fashion show, and exciting contests. Kids can enjoy the dedicated Kids Zone while pups tackle the canine agility course or strut their stuff on the runway.

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Sep 18–20

Flanders

Flanders, NJ

Flanders

Celebrate all things Aircooled Volkswagen at a weekend campout and car show featuring classic vehicles, themed activities, live entertainment, swap spaces, and a community of VW enthusiasts. Guests and their well-behaved dogs can enjoy camping, cruises, food, music, and a special 1980s-inspired showcase. Please note that no modern cars or campers are allowed in the campground.

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Sep 25

Yappy Hour at the Elks Lodge

Weehawken, NJ

Yappy Hour at the Elks Lodge

​It’s all about good vibes, sunset views of the NYC skyline, and meeting your neighbors. Whether you have a four-legged bestie or just want to enjoy the fresh air, come hang out! All dogs must be on a 6' max, non-retractable leash and be current on vaccinations. ​Walk-ins are welcome—no RSVP needed!

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Sep 26

Wrinkles in the Winery

Allentown, NJ

Wrinkles in the Winery

Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic to relax in the vineyard setting while enjoying live music, sipping fine wines, and plenty of chances to win through raffles (must be present to win). Friendly pups are welcome on the lawn, and guests can meet two rescue organizations: American Bulldog Rescue and French Bulldog Rescue Network.

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Sep 26

Raritan Borough Food Truck & Music Fest

Raritan, NJ

Raritan Borough Food Truck & Music Fest

Leashed dogs are welcome at this lively festival benefiting Relief Hose Company #2! Enjoy gourmet food trucks, live music, a beer, margarita, and sangria garden, and a wide variety of kids' activities including pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, sand art, inflatables, and more. Bring your friends, family, blankets, and appetites for a great time, and don't forget to bring a non-perishable food item to support the local food pantry.

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Sep 26–27

Spinning & Wheels at Historic Cold Spring Village

Cape May, NJ

Spinning & Wheels at Historic Cold Spring Village

Leashed dogs are welcome at this special event featuring fiber art themed crafters and vendors. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings.

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Sep 26–27

Asbury Park Fall Bazaar

Asbury Park, NJ

Asbury Park Fall Bazaar

This vibrant, pet-friendly indoor market brings together a curated mix of Jersey Shore–based and regional makers showcasing a wide variety of handcrafted goods, from jewelry and clothing to artisan food and artwork. Visitors can expect live music, interactive workshops, kids’ activities, photo moments, and delicious eats and drinks, all in a lively, community-focused atmosphere.

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Sep 27

Luck O' The Pup Pet Adoption Fair

West Orange, NJ

Luck O' The Pup Pet Adoption Fair

This pet-friendly adoption and fundraiser brings together multiple animal rescues with adoptable dogs and cats, giving guests an opportunity to meet pets looking for forever homes. Attendees can also enjoy a pet blessing, veterinary giveaways, a 50/50 raffle and basket raffle. A portion of proceeds from Tito’s Handmade Vodka drinks sold at the bar will benefit participating rescues.

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Oct 4

A Celebration of Pets

Verona, NJ

A Celebration of Pets

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual event featuring rescue organizations, craft vendors, pet blessings and more. There will be music, food vendors and a Pet Parade (costume optional) at 2:30 PM with prizes in several categories. All are welcome, with or without a pet. The event will take place rain or shine.

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Oct 4

Annual Blessing of the Animals

Brick, NJ

Annual Blessing of the Animals

Bring Fido to this annual pet blessing. There will be additional activities to be announced.

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Oct 4

Halloween Pet Parade & Costume Contest at the Vineyard

Swedesboro, NJ

Halloween Pet Parade & Costume Contest at the Vineyard

Bring your pets in their cutest, spookiest or most creative costumes! The event features treat stations along the parade route, a purple carpet costume contest, a pet pumpkin patch, a basket auction, a pet photo station, and vendors, plus food and wine available for purchase.

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Oct 10

Passaic County Paws in the Park

Hawthorne, NJ

Passaic County Paws in the Park

This dog-friendly community event brings together pet lovers for a day of fun, education and animal advocacy. Highlights include pet contests, demonstrations from the Sheriff’s K-9 Unit and Mounted Patrol, adoptable pets from local rescues, pet-focused vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden and family-friendly activities. Funds raised support local animal advocacy initiatives, including the Sheriff’s K-9 and Mounted Patrol Units.

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Oct 10

Lower Township Rotary Club Pumpkin Festival

Cape May, NJ

Lower Township Rotary Club Pumpkin Festival

Bring Fido to the spookiest time of the year at the Village! Families can enjoy pumpkin painting, a Halloween parade and games throughout the day. A variety of crafters will sell their wares along the Village’s shell-paved lanes, and there will also be music and food vendors. Guests are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods to the ‘Share the Harvest’ Food Drive. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings.

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Oct 10

Marine Mammal Stranding Center's Annual Pup Strut

Brigantine, NJ

Marine Mammal Stranding Center's Annual Pup Strut

This fun-filled mile beach walk benefits the MMSC, New Jersey’s only authorized rescue, rehab, and release facility for marine mammals and sea turtles. Enjoy a scenic stroll with your dog, meet mascot “Luseal,” shop pet-friendly vendors, listen to lively music, and take home a goodie bag with treats, including a Cupid the Seal bandana! Check-in starts at 9 AM and the walk starts at 10 AM.

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Oct 10

Always Ready 5K

Cape May, NJ

Always Ready 5K

The 5K Run is a competitive race and there's a 3K run/walk option for dogs (K9 race) where dogs must be leashed. Participants will run or walk through Harborview Park and along parts of the Coast Guard Training Center Cape May.

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Oct 10–11

Fall Fest

Hightstown, NJ

Fall Fest

Four-legged friends are welcome to join their families for a fun-filled fall festival at the vineyard. Enjoy a petting zoo, pumpkin and face painting, fall photo opportunities, local vendors, food trucks, live music, and plenty of wine while soaking up the autumn atmosphere!

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Oct 17

Fort Lee's Halloween Dog Park-Tacular

Fort Lee, NJ

Fort Lee's Halloween Dog Park-Tacular

Bring Fido out to this annual parade dressed in his favorite costume! In addition to a contest, there'll be local vendors, raffles, a kids' activity area and much more. The rain date is October 18.

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Oct 17

Marty's Place Howl-o-ween Family Fest

Allentown, NJ

Marty's Place Howl-o-ween Family Fest

Bring your canine companion along to help raise funds for senior dogs. Event activities will include carnival games and contests, agility demonstrations and participation, hayrides, K-9 police dog demonstrations, music, vendors, food trucks, a craft beer and wine garden, basket and 50/50 cash raffles, and pet communicator sessions.

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Oct 17

Happy Wellness Expo & Happy Pet Expo

Morristown, NJ

Happy Wellness Expo & Happy Pet Expo

Explore a pet- and wellness-focused expo with your leashed pup, featuring approximately 140 vendor, rescue, and adoption booths. Guests can shop for pet products, treats, nutrition, training, grooming, and wellness services while meeting rescue organizations and adoptable pets. The event also includes wellness businesses, natural and organic products, fitness and beauty services, live speakers and demonstrations, pet activities, and an obstacle course.

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