Dog Events Near HWD Airport

There are 15 upcoming pet friendly events near HWD Airport. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in HWD Airport.

Aug 1

Summer Stack

Alameda, CA 21.9 km

Summer Stack Bring Fido to this East Bay art pop-up featuring over 70 vendors. Enjoy a full day of art activities, maker demos, food, and more, along with a live DJ, STEM Maker Space, and free parking. Guests can also take advantage of photo opportunities, caricatures and free family-friendly activities throughout the event. See Details

Jun 13–Aug 1

Pet Portraits at Lake Merritt: Morning Light Session

Oakland, CA 20.2 km

Pet Portraits at Lake Merritt: Morning Light Session Celebrate the special bond you share with your dog during a relaxed 20-minute portrait session. Designed to capture genuine moments and natural interactions, each session includes 8–10 professionally edited high-resolution digital photos delivered within 48 hours. Sessions take place during the beautiful morning light, with a convenient meeting location near the boathouse provided after booking. See Details

Aug 2

Beachside Pack Walk + Pup Meetup

Alameda, CA 18.2 km

Beachside Pack Walk + Pup Meetup Bring your small pup for an afternoon of socializing and seaside fun. There will be a dog social at 3 PM, followed by a beachside pack walk along the shoreline. The first 20 meetup attendees will receive a free Pee-Wee Paws swag bag while supplies last. See Details

Aug 5

Locust Street Festival

Walnut Creek, CA 26.8 km

Locust Street Festival Leashed dogs are welcome at this downtown street festival featuring live music, local food vendors, craft drinks, artisan shopping and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can explore multiple blocks filled with activities, performances and pop-up experiences. See Details

Jul 10–Aug 7

Summer Movie Nights at Joybound People & Pets' Pavilion

Walnut Creek, CA 31.3 km

Summer Movie Nights at Joybound People & Pets' Pavilion Enjoy a family- and dog-friendly outdoor movie night series featuring popular films each Friday! Guests are invited to bring blankets or chairs, along with their family and canine companions, for an evening of entertainment. Concessions, beverages and treats are available for purchase. See Details

Aug 16

Central Bark at Central Park

San Mateo, CA 21.2 km

Central Bark at Central Park You and your furry friend are invited to participate in a dog contest featuring raffles, music, games, and more. There'll also be food and treats for your four-legged companion. See Details

Aug 22

A Stroll in Sunol: Pours Picnics and Paws

Sunol, CA 21.6 km

A Stroll in Sunol: Pours Picnics and Paws Bring your best furry friend to this dog-friendly celebration in historic Sunol, featuring an all-welcome dog show where every pup can take the spotlight. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are invited to join the fun while guests explore 15+ participating wineries, local artisans, food, and the scenic Sunol Depot Gardens. Festival admission is free, with wine tasting packages, food, and beverages available for purchase. Guests must be 21 or older with valid photo ID to participate in wine tasting. See Details

Aug 29

Bark (and Meow) Around the Block

Berkeley, CA 26.6 km

Bark (and Meow) Around the Block Join Berkeley Humane for their annual adopt-a-thon and dog-friendly street fair featuring adoptable pets from shelters throughout the Bay Area. The event includes live music, food, a beer garden, pet vendors, and activities for animal lovers of all ages. Guests can meet adoptable pets, connect with local organizations, and support lifesaving animal welfare efforts. See Details

Aug 30

Kapnek Trust USA Fun Run and Carnival

Moraga, CA 19.9 km

Kapnek Trust USA Fun Run and Carnival Leash up Fido and join this community event featuring a 5K run and 1K kids’ run/walk, followed by a healthy brunch, live music by the Chinayakare Ensemble, and a festival atmosphere with carnival games, a rock wall, bounce house, arts and crafts, and prizes for top finishers. All participants receive a commemorative T-shirt. See Details

Aug 30

Walk for Paws

Pleasant Hill, CA 32.1 km

Walk for Paws Join fellow animal lovers and their pups for a walk supporting Contra Costa Humane Society. Participants can bring their dogs, family, and friends while helping provide support for homeless pets through medical care, foster programs, adoption services, and community assistance. Grab a leash and sneakers for a fun event benefiting animals in need. See Details

Jul 11–Sep 12

Dog Days with the San Francisco Giants

San Francisco, CA 27.4 km

Dog Days with the San Francisco Giants Take Fido out to the ballgame! Arrive early for the pregame Field Parade with your pup. Please note that both you and your dog must have a special event ticket to participate. Partial proceeds from each ticket will benefit the SF SPCA. See Details

Sep 13

Joybound Around Town on Broadway

Walnut Creek, CA 26.5 km

Joybound Around Town on Broadway Bring Fido to this beloved annual celebration of the human-animal bond kicks off with a one-mile fundraising pet walk where participants and their furry companions stroll through downtown to raise funds for Joybound’s rescue and community programs. The festivities continue with a vibrant pet wellness festival featuring adoptable animals, pet-related vendors, demonstrations and activities, and the popular Paw-rade Walk and Best-Dressed Pet Contest. The event is free to attend, with registration required only for the pet walk. See Details

Sep 20

Blues, Brews & BBQ

Alameda, CA 18.4 km

Blues, Brews & BBQ Visitors can enjoy the annual celebration of world-class blues musicians, local craft breweries and smoky BBQ vendors. Headliners include Chris Cain, Terrie Odabi and Aki Kumar Blues Jam. Set in a scenic community park with bay views, the family-friendly festival welcomes well-behaved dogs on a leash, and a dog park is available in lower Washington Park. See Details

Sep 26

Corgi Con

Pleasanton, CA 19.4 km

Corgi Con Known as the largest corgi gathering in “Corgifornia” (and possibly the world) this festive event draws thousands of Corgis and their humans for a day full of fun, races, costume contests, group photos, and corgi-themed games and vendors. See Details

First monthly Apr–Oct

Market Street Pack Walk

San Francisco, CA 29.3 km

Market Street Pack Walk Leash up your pup and join neighbors, community ambassadors and a local dog trainer to walk Market Street from 8th to 2nd and back! No RSVP needed to attend, but first 50 to RSVP and check-in at the walk receive a $50 Chewy gift card! See Details

Oct 25

Barks & Boos at The Ameswell Hotel

Mountain View, CA 28.6 km

Barks & Boos at The Ameswell Hotel Dress Fido in his best costume and head over to this spooktacular event with tasty treats, local vendors, and family fun! From 11:00 AM–12:00 PM, enjoy Spooky Fun on the Field, followed by a Pet Parade from 12:00–12:30 PM, and the Costume Contest Winners announced 12:30–1:00 PM. See Details

Dec 12

Patchwork Show Oakland

Oakland, CA 20.5 km

Patchwork Show Oakland Leashed dogs are welcome at this bi-annual show that features local vendors in a waterfront setting. After the show, grab a bite or a drink from dozens of area restaurants or bars. See Details

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