Rating:

    Other Dog Activities in Illinois

    Tired of watching Fido run laps in the dog park? We’ve got the scoop on lots of other dog friendly attractions in Illinois too. You’ll find information on all of the dog friendly wineries, boat rentals, botanical gardens, drive-ins, and other offbeat animal attractions in Illinois here.

    Pet Friendly Chicago Riverwalk

    Chicago Riverwalk

    Chicago, IL
    Chicago Riverwalk Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, IL, is dog friendly. This pedestrian waterfront hike spans from Lake Shore Drive to Lake Street in downtown Chicago, encompassing restaurants, a public art gallery and a museum right on the riverwalk. See Details
    Pet Friendly Galena Cellars Winery & Vineyard

    Galena Cellars Winery & Vineyard

    Galena, IL
    Galena Cellars Winery & Vineyard Take a trip to the country and enjoy the view at the dog-friendly Galena Cellars Winery & Vineyard in Illinois. Book a tour, relax in the tasting room or deck, and experience how Galena Cellars wine is made. There’s always fun happening at the vineyard. Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas of the vineyard. Call ahead for seasonal hours. See Details

    Naperville Riverwalk

    Naperville, IL
    Naperville Riverwalk Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, IL, features 1.75 miles of brick paths, fountains, bridges, meeting and event places, outdoor sculpture and artwork, recreational facilities, and celebratory memorials. Leashed dogs are welcome on the Walk, and there is plenty of shade and water spigots available along the way. Great place unwind and relax. Nearby Riverwalk Cafe welcomes dogs on their patio and offers a simple doggie menu. See Details

    Lena Brewing Company

    Lena, IL
    Lena Brewing Company Lena Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery in Lena, IL. Dogs are welcome to join their owners inside and out at this popular brewery, as long as they are on a leash. Located among the rolling hills of Lena, this former feed mill building is popular among local beer enthusiasts who are looking for beer brewed the right way. Inside, there's shuffleboard and live music from time to time, which Fido is welcome to attend, and there are a few dog toys and snacks available for purchase. See Details

    Super Museum & Gift Store

    Metropolis, IL
    Super Museum & Gift Store Super Museum & Gift Store is a dog-friendly museum in Metropolis, IL. You can bring your leashed dog into the gift shop, but you must ask a staff member to meet your dog before being allowed into the museum areas. The museum features over 70,000 items from the life's work of longtime Superman enthusiast and collector, Jim Hambrick, who has amassed one of the greatest collections of Superman memorabilia in the world. The museum is organized around particular eras and portrayals of Superman, spanning television, movies, and comics. See Details

    Lincoln's New Salem

    Petersburg, IL
    Lincoln's New Salem You and Fido can take a walk down History Lane, literally, to visit Lincoln's New Salem in Petersburg, IL. This pet-friendly historic site allows you to walk through the reconstruction of the old village of New Salem, where former president, Abraham Lincoln, lived in the 1830s. Please leash and clean up after four-legged visitors. See Details

    McHenry Outdoor Theater

    McHenry, IL
    McHenry Outdoor Theater McHenry Outdoor Theater is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in McHenry, IL. This nostalgic pastime is still going strong and invites you to bring your pooch along to watch a new release or a classic feature from the comfort of your car. Dog owners are reminded not to disturb other moviegoers by only bringing well-behaved dogs along who don't bark at the exciting scenes. If your dog needs a bathroom break, don't forget to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details

    Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden

    Rockford, IL
    Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a former nursery in Rockford, IL, that features a combination of plants native to the midwest and from around the world. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are allowed on the pet-friendly grounds. Please clean up after your pet. Pets may NOT be left in cars during your visit. See Details

    Scorched Earth Brewing Company

    Algonquin, IL
    Scorched Earth Brewing Company Well-trained and leashed dogs are welcome to join you for an Old World brewed beer at Scorched Earth Brewing Company in Algonquin, IL! Fido is welcome in the pet-friendly beer garden only, must be cleaned up after, and cannot get on the tables. Scorched Earth is a bring your own food establishment, which encourages deliveries from local restaurants, and occasionally hosts food trucks. See Details

    Generations Brewing Company

    Freeport, IL
    Generations Brewing Company Generations Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Freeport, IL. Fido is welcome to join you inside the brewery or at a table on the patio. The brewery sells five year-round brews and several seasonal and specialty blends. Food is not served on site, but food trucks are often announced on social media. See Details

    Route 34 Drive-In Theater

    Earlville, IL
    Route 34 Drive-In Theater Route 34 Drive-In Theater is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in Earlville, IL, where your leashed dog is welcome to join you, or enjoy the freedom of relaxing in the car. This drive-in features a full snack-bar and grill. It's location is bounded by corn fields far from ambient city lights, offering an excellent movie watching experience. This attraction closes for the winter season, and they are a cash only business. See Details

    Skyview Drive-In Movie Theater

    Belleville, IL
    Skyview Drive-In Movie Theater Skyview Drive-In Movie Theater is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in Belleville, IL. Showing movies since 1949, this pet-friendly movie theater is a great place to catch a double bill with your pooch by your side. Check their website for updated show times and available films. See Details

    BeerShop

    Oak Park, IL
    BeerShop Featuring sixteen lines of revolving beer on tap and over two-hundred-and-fifty different packaged beers, BeerShop in Oak Park, IL, is dog friendly. Packaged beer can be consumed at the shop, next to your leashed canine companion, or you can grab a beer to go. BeerShop also serves a limited amount of cider, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and coffee and pastry (on the weekends). This relaxed space encourages guests to order food from its restaurant neighbors, or order from the occasional food truck on the property. See Details

    Harvest Moon Drive-In

    Gibson City, IL
    Harvest Moon Drive-In Harvest Moon Drive-In is a dog-friendly drive-in movie theater in Gibson City, IL. This nostalgic pastime is still going strong and invites you to bring your pooch along to watch a new release or a classic feature from the comfort of your car. Dog owners are reminded not to disturb other moviegoers by only bringing well-behaved dogs along who don't bark at the exciting scenes. If your dog needs a bathroom break, don't forget to clean up any mess that is left behind. Theater accepts cash only at the box office but takes credit and debit cards at the concession stand. See Details

    Riggs Beer Company

    Urbana, IL
    Riggs Beer Company Riggs Beer Company brews up a refreshing lineup of year-round and seasonal lagers in a festive atmosphere that offers dog-friendly outside tables. There is no food service, but a rotating fleet of food trucks are always on site. Dogs are welcome to join their owners in the enclosed seating area out back. See Details

    Shabbona Lake State Park

    Shabbona, IL
    Shabbona Lake State Park Open year round, Shabbona Lake State Park is a dog-friendly natural attraction located in Shabbona, IL. The very best activity for Fido is accompanying you on a scenic hike along 8 miles of trail throughout the park. Shabbona Lake contains a 15 acre seasonal nesting area for migratory waterfowl, and hunting also takes place seasonally, so Fido must be kept on a leash and under control at all times. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the view from one of three picnic shelters; Shabbona Grove, Three Fires, or The Somonauk Point. The man-made fishing lake is 318 acres and stocked with many species of fish such as smallmouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and walleye. Fido can be beside you when fishing from shore, but must be leashed. Swimming and wading is strictly prohibited at Shabbona Lake, and this also applies to Fido. See Details

    Navy Pier

    Chicago, IL
    Navy Pier Navy Pier in Chicago, IL, is often referred to as Chicago's lakefront playground. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor common areas of Navy Pier. Some merchants and tours providers along Navy Pier permit dogs to join their humans. There are also pet-friendly restaurants along Navy Pier. See Details

    Geneva Winery

    Geneva, IL
    Geneva Winery Geneva Winery is a pet-friendly winery in Geneva, IL, where dogs are welcome to join their owners on the lovely outdoor patio. You can sample their creations outside the historic home which houses the winery. They offer an extensive variety of wines, from red to white to dessert and more. Bottles may be purchased for enjoyment on the property. See Details

    White Oak Brewing

    Normal, IL
    White Oak Brewing White Oak Brewing is a dog-friendly brewery in Normal, IL, where Fido is welcome to join you inside or outside for a pint. This production brewing facility offers a tasting room and outdoor patio. Guests are welcome to bring their own food. Check their website for a listing of current events. See Details

    Monticello Railway Museum

    Monticello, IL
    Monticello Railway Museum Monticello Railway Museum is dog-friendly! Walk through the museum cars and view many pieces of rolling stock at this museum. Visit the gift shop, and on weekends from May through October, train rides are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Leashed pet dogs are welcome and can ride the train. See Details
    Illinois