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Dog Events in North Carolina

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 Yappy Hour at Frothy Beard Charlotte
Yappy Hour at Frothy Beard Charlotte Come out to this weekly event at the brewery with Fido! Enjoy discounted drinks in the spacious beer garden while your pup receives special goodies. They'll provide pup cups, toys, and dog treats to keep Fido happy, all while you relax and enjoy a $5 pint of beer. See Details
Pet Friendly Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland
Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store. See Details
Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store. See Details
Fit with Fido Bring your furry friend to join you in a workout in the taproom of this local brewery. Fit With Fido CLT will be leading an all-level class to get you and your pup energized. Two and four-legged guests are welcome to hang out after class to enjoy a drink with new and old friends. See Details
Shadrack's Christmas Light Show at the Tryon Equestrian Center Bring Fido and be dazzled by this drive-through, custom-made Christmas light spectacle! You'll see 1.25 miles of custom-made displays dance to the music played over the radio in your car in perfect synchronization! Dogs must remain with you in vehicle at all times. Tickets are available in advance online, or at the gate. See Details
Doggie & Me Yoga at Lucky Dog Bark and Brew Rediscover balance with your pup at this pop-up event led by Natalie Fath. Enjoy a 30-minute vinyasa class with pup-friendly poses and a 15-minute acupressure session. Stick around for a beverage at the pet-friendly bar afterward, included in your registration. Sessions are held on November 19 and December 10. See Details
Santa's Wonderland at Cabela's Experience the magic of the holidays with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages are available for purchase. Reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store. See Details
The ELF's Holiday Light Show Watch a holiday winter wonderland light show with Fido! Tune your vehicle radio to 90.9 'The Grinch' and watch the animated show fully synchronized to music. Shows last about 20 minutes. There's a different show each night with all seven shows displayed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, plus New Year's Eve. If you attend on New Year's Eve, they'll switch over to their special New Year show to ring in the new year at 11:55 PM! Rain or shine the light shows go on. The show's closing time will extend to 11:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays and holidays. The show is free, and they'll be collecting donations for the Blue Ridge Humane Society. See Details
Christmas Town, USA Drive or walk around Christmas Town, USA in McAdenville, to see the lights with Fido. Trees will be lit in the downtown area from the Pharr Family YMCA on Main Street (N.C. Highway # 7) to the Spruced Goose Restaurant on Wesleyan Drive (Near the lake). If you visit, and choose to walk thru, please respect the homeowners and stay on the sidewalks. See Details
Winterfest Village at Tryon International Equestrian Center Enjoy the holiday season with Fido in Legends Plaza, the heart of Tryon Resort. Enjoy festive activities like photos with Santa, shopping, live music and more. There is also a drive-through light show the entire family can enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle. Please see their website for ticket information. See Details
Santa Paws Bring Fido out to meet Santa on a cold winter night! Your furry friend can take pictures with Jolly Old Saint Nick during this event, which also features food vendors, a food and toy drive, a canine ugly sweater contest and a holiday pet market with over 30 businesses. See Details
Holiday Market This winter-themed, indoor-outdoor market features food trucks and tons of local craft vendors for you and Fido to explore! It's the perfect place to check off your holiday shopping list. Leashed and well-behaved pups are welcome. See Details
Pictures with Santa and the Grinch Get ready to capture paw-some memories this holiday season! Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch him strike adorable poses with Santa. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members. Please ensure you register in advance. See Details
Photos with Santa Paws at Fetch Dog Spa River Arts Bring Fido for a photo with Santa! Photos are printed on the spot for $10. All proceeds benefit Mountain Pet Rescue. Mountain Pet Rescue will have some adorable adoptable puppies on site, too! See Details
Photos with the Grinch Get ready to capture paw-some memories this holiday season! Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch him strike adorable poses with the Grinch. This heartwarming event is the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and share the holiday spirit with your four-legged family members. See Details
Dog Walk with Santa Day Kick off the holiday season with your furry friends at this festive event packed with various cheery activities. Take a stroll down the North Pole Peppermint Path, where you can snap a photo with Kris Kringle, browse local pet-related vendors, savor delicious food and drinks, and more. See Details
Jingle Bell Walk Well-behaved dogs can kick off the month of December with their owners during this festive event. Throw on your walking shoes and Fido's leash to join in on this two-mile stroll supporting Northern & Eastern Wake Senior Centers. Ticket price includes registration, a T-shirt and three raffle tickets. See Details
Santa Claus (And Paws) Pet-Friendly Family Photo Booth Grab your phone or camera and head to this event to snap some festive photos of your two and four-legged friends with Santa. A $20 donation is suggested to benefit the Reeves Downtown School of Music. See Details
Hike with Foothills Humane Society Hikers and their dogs are invited to join Conserving Carolina and the Foothills Humane Society for a 6.5-mile hike. Dogs must be kept leashed during the hike and should be kept separate from the shelter dogs. Participants can also volunteer to walk a shelter dog. There's a limit to the number of dogs that can come from the shelter, so if you’re interested in walking a dog, please email FHS by November 22nd. Pre-registration is mandatory, and space is limited to 20 participants. See Details
Pictures with Santa and the Grinch at Lucky Dog Charlotte Bring Fido for a picture with Santa Paws at this one-day only special event. Registration for a time slot in advance is highly recommended. Pictures will be posted on the Big Hearts Big Barks Foundation Facebook page within the following week. See Details