Kicking off with a parade of lights, Sandpoint, Idaho's Annual Winter Carnival celebrates all the things we love about the chilly season. Eichardt’s Annual K9 Keg Pull is one of its signature events. Held in the Granary District, this intense battle through the snow draws large crowds every year. Dogs of all sizes take turns running full-pelt down the snow-packed course, dragging a keg or can of beer in their wake. Sandpoint, Idaho’s Annual Winter Carnival will be held February 13-22, 2026, and Eichardt’s Annual K9 Keg Pull event will take place at Cedar Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on February 22, 2026. Admission is free.

Stay with your pup in a Storybook Cabin in the Woods, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental, and warm up as you sleep by the heater.

Bundle up your pup and celebrate the power of light and community at the Portland Winter Light Festival in Oregon. The Willamette Light Brigade founded this free, pet-friendly event to propel its mission of connecting people and enriching the public through artful lighting. PDXWLF is truly a sight to behold with your leashed dog. The festival takes place at Pioneer Courthouse Square and throughout Portland from 6 to 11 p.m., February 6–14, 2026. For comfortable lodging downtown near the festival, Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland by IHG welcomes dogs for no additional fee.

Better keep this event on the down low. As soon as Fido hears that food is involved, he’ll be panting to go. Leashed dogs are welcome at Foodees Food & Culture Festival Daytona Beach, a three-day event at Tanger Outlets, which showcases over 40 food trucks and vendors. Offering everything from gourmet bites to sweet treats, along with dozens of artisans showcasing handmade jewelry, art, and crafts, it’s the perfect way to spend a post-holiday weekend with family and friends. Foodees Food & Culture Festival Daytona Beach is scheduled January 2-4, 2026. Admission is free.

Keep the pawty going all weekend when you stay at Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach.

Enjoy playing on the ice with Fido during Dog Days of Winter at The U.S. National Whitewater Center! The events kick off with a Dog Jog 5K Trail Race & One-Mile Walk, and the opening of Vendor Village. Afterward, guests can visit adoption events, clinics, the ice rink, doggy vendors and more. This dog-friendly event will begin at 8 a.m. on February 7, 2026, at The U.S. National Whitewater Center. Admission is free, but participation in the Dog Keg Pull Race is $10.

Soak cold bones in the rooftop hot tub while Fido gnaws on a bone by the fireplace at this pet-friendly townhome in Charlotte.

If your pooch has a special talent or just wants to show that he’s top dog, he could be the perfect contender for the LGWC Dog’s Got Talent contest. Held annually during the month-long Lake George Winter Carnival, this event is an absolute fan favorite. LGWC Dog’s Got Talent will be held every Saturday and Sunday in February at Shepard’s Park Beach. Admission is free.

Retreat to this downtown vacation rental located just around the corner for a comfortable stay in Lake George.

Bring Fido to the Annual Doggie Street Festival Phoenix for yummy treats, great music, contests and auction prizes, a kid's art area and more. There will be a VIP lounge, and awesome pet products and services will be available. Many rescues will also be in attendance, so if you’re looking for a new best friend, this could be the “pawfect” opportunity to meet one. This day of furry fun is also an informative experience for current and potential pet owners, with speakers and experts covering a variety of topics concerning pet care, health and well-being, training, and ending pet homelessness. The Annual Doggie Street Festival Phoenix will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on January 31, 2026, at Steele Indian School Park. Admission is free.

Sentral Alloy Midtown, located nearby in the Encanto District, offers dog-friendly lodging.

Each year, the City of Santee, CA, hosts Fido Fest, an event designed especially for dogs and dog lovers. The festival draws over 2,000 attendees and their pets, and features a wide variety of exhibitors, giveaways, entertainment, pet product vendors and more. Check out the Fly Ball demonstrations and maybe introduce Fido to a new hobby. There will also be discounted vaccinations and microchipping onsite, and you’ll have the chance to bring home a new four-legged family member from one of the local rescue organizations. Fido Fest is free to attend and will be held on February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Town Center Community Park East.

Stay at Best Western Santee Lodge and Fido will be gifted a free treat at the front desk.

Bring Fido to Miami’s first large-scale dog festival! The Big Woof Festival weekend will bring together thousands of dog lovers, families, and rescue organizations to celebrate, connect, and support adoption. Proceeds will benefit PAWS4you Rescue, a Miami-based nonprofit dedicated to ensuring pets are safe from the threat of euthanasia. The festival will feature Champion Frisbee Dog performances, entertaining pup contests, K-9 demonstrations, dog training showcases, wellness talks, vendor booths, and plenty of great food and drinks. This dog-friendly event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on January 17 and 18, 2026, at Regatta Park. Adult admission is $25, and dogs are free.

Winter? It doesn’t feel like it here! Live the warm-weather life with man’s best friend at this luxurious villa with a private pool.