Top Dog Events Worldwide

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners 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 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 3rd Thursday
Dec 20, 2018 – Dec 18, 2025

3rd Thursday

3rd Thursday Leashed dogs are welcome at Tampa's monthly street food festival! Guests can enjoy gourmet food trucks, craft cocktails, live music and more. See Details
Pet Friendly Norfolk Botanical Gardens' Sunday Dog Days
Norfolk Botanical Gardens' Sunday Dog Days Enjoy the grounds of the Norfolk Botanical Garden with your furry friend! There are multiple spigots for freshwater throughout the garden, but bring your own bowl to keep Fido hydrated. Dogs need to remain leashed. Please note that Fido isn't permitted in the Children’s Garden, Butterfly House, on trams or boats, or during the Garden of Lights season. See Details
Jan 8, 2024 – Mar 17, 2025

Monday Board Game Night

Monday Board Game Night Four-legged companions are invited to join their owners for this fun weekly event hosted by Matt Everhart and The Durham Geeks Group. Spots are frequently open for first-timers to participate, so don't be shy about joining new and old friends to play some of the 350+ board games. If you can't make Monday nights, check out their Thursday night board game events. See Details
Jan 11, 2024 – Jun 26, 2025

Thursday Board Game Night

Thursday Board Game Night Four-legged companions are invited to join their owners for this fun weekly event hosted by Jake Guild and The Durham Geeks Group. Spots are frequently open for first-timers to participate, so don't be shy about joining new and old friends to play some of the 350+ board games. See Details
Jan 11, 2024 – Mar 27, 2025

Pup Pub Trivia Night

Pup Pub Trivia Night Bring your pup and your friends out for a fun night of trivia! It is free to play and happy hour deals will be available for food and drinks. There will be a different trivia theme each week and prizes given out for the first and second place teams. This event is 21 and up only. Be sure to register your dog online in advance. See Details
Jan 12, 2024 – Dec 12, 2025

Bell Tower Yappy Hour

Bell Tower Yappy Hour This monthly event benefitting Gulf Coast Humane Society is held every second Friday of the month in Center Court. It's a time to enjoy music, food, shopping, drinks with your four legged pooch! Many retailers will also have special Yappy Hour surprises for both you and your pup. See Details
Jan 13, 2024 – Jan 26, 2025

Beer Garden Brunch

Beer Garden Brunch Furry friends are invited to join their owners every weekend for a delicious brunch on the heated and shaded patio. Start your day off with classic options like breakfast burritos, chilaquiles, acai bowls and bottomless mimosas! See Details
Yappy Hours at Union Market Once a month, furry friends and their owners are invited to unwind together at this tail-wagging good time. During the event, visitors can browse pet-centric vendors, pups can chow down on doggie treats, and humans can treat themselves to adult beverages. See Details
Jan 18, 2024 – Jun 26, 2025

Trivia Thursdays

Trivia Thursdays Furry friends can sit by your side as you test your knowledge on a range of subjects at this weekly event hosted by Think & Drink Trivia. Two and four-legged companions are encouraged to head over early, as spots are not guaranteed. Compete for 1st, 2nd or 3rd place to win a prize! See Details
Fredericksburg Trade Days Bring Fido the third weekend of each month to shop with over 350 vendors. You'll find seven barns filled with antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, hunting accessories, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, food and so much more. Relax in the Biergarten while listening to live music. Dogs must be leashed and under your supervision at all times. Please pick up after your dog. See Details
Dog Days at Lynden Sculpture Garden On the third Saturday of each month, bring your canine friends for an afternoon of romping in the garden. In the winter, cross-country skiers and snowshoers also welcome, and in the warmer months, picnicking is encouraged! See Details
Wickham Park's First Friday Leashed dogs are welcome the first Friday of each month at this fun event featuring live music and food trucks. The event is rain or shine. See Details
Safety Harbor's Downtown Third Friday Street Festival Come out to Main Street Safety Harbor's third Friday of the month event for shopping, dining, music and entertainment for the whole family! Main Street will be closed to traffic so that you can enjoy all that it has to offer. You'll find live music at the gazebo and throughout downtown, arts and crafts, and food vendors. See Details
Yappy Hour at Upstairs at Caroline Each Sunday, bring Fido and enjoy 25% off your tab! They'll be serving up brunch tacos and special $10 frozen cocktails. There's also a special dog menu that includes a peanut butter pup cup and pup ice cream! See Details
Spanish Marie's Super Smash Brews Well-behaved, leashed dogs are invited to join their owners for this monthly Super Smash Bros Tournament! During the event, 21+ players can compete for the 1st place prize while onlookers encourage their favorite competitor. While non-players observe the game, they can also sip on delicious craft beers and unwind with friends. See Details
Mint Hill Car Show - Hot Rods on the Lawn Furry friends are invited to join their owners at this monthly event where car enthusiasts can show off their hot rods. All makes, models and years are welcome to be parked in the lot and put on display for visitors to view. Not that Chick-fil-A won't be open during this event. See Details
May 21, 2024 – May 13, 2025

Bird Dog Cafe Yappy Hour

Bird Dog Cafe Yappy Hour Each Tuesday, visitors and their pups are welcome to the dog-friendly outdoor area for food and drink specials and treats for the furry ones! See Details
Jun 20, 2024 – Mar 10, 2025

Daily Happy Hour

Daily Happy Hour Four-legged friends are invited to join their owners outside on the patio for this recurring event! Visitors can make the most of the drink specials and discounted bites on options like chips and dip, street corn and flautas. See Details
Jul 19, 2024 – Jun 20, 2025

Musical Bingo

Musical Bingo The whole family, including Fido, is invited to this bi-weekly event! Attendees can browse vendors at the night markets, take a chance to win prizes at bingo and listen to music. Don’t forget to ask for a complimentary pup cup for your furry friend! See Details
Aug 5, 2024 – Jun 9, 2025

Paw-some Mondays

Paw-some Mondays Start your week off right by bringing Fido to this recurring yappy hour at the outdoor bar! The afternoon will feature drink and treat specials for two and four-legged friends, like Barkaritas, Pup-tinis, Bulldog Bourbons and Pug Spritzers. Note that all seating is first come, first serve, and an RSVP does not guarantee a seat. See Details