Dog Events in Altoona, FL

Barktoberfest is Orange County Animal Services’ rescue appreciation event that serves to celebrate the partnership between OCAS and the rescue community. The event will feature dozens of local pet rescue groups with a variety of pets available for adoption, including different breeds, sizes and ages. The event will also feature food trucks and vendors.

This dog-friendly Halloween-themed event features a dog costume contest, lively DJ entertainment, pet adoptions, local vendors, food, drinks and giveaways. Guests can bring their pups to enjoy a fun-filled celebration while meeting adoptable animals and supporting local pet-focused organizations.

As part of Halloween on Central, Mutts and Martinis will host a dog costume contest with over $300 in prizes! No membership is needed but vaccines are required: Rabies, Distemper & Bordetella. Food, drinks, and plenty of Halloween photo opportunities will also be available.

As part of the Grand Central District's Halloween on Central, The Dog Bar will be hosting special dog activities throughout the day like small dog races, a costume parade, dog trick-or-treating, a DJ and more.

Central Avenue will be transformed into a car-free and family-friendly festival area for this annual event! There will be Halloween entertainment for the whole family, including local vendors, live music, business advocacy, immersive experiences, candy, dog-friendly activities, and more.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual fair that features artists showcasing a diverse range of art, including handmade items, including jewelry, pottery, ceramics, photography, clothing, and more, all crafted in the USA. You may even find something special for Fido!

Bring Fido to strut the red carpet in his best Halloween costume at this festive canine contest! Enjoy a chance to win prizes, trophies, a gift certificate, and a spot as the featured pup in next year's Dogs of the Tiki Calendar. The event also features drink specials, delicious food, a dog menu with bacon and grilled chicken, and complimentary pup cups.

This dog-friendly event invites guests to bring their pups in costume for an afternoon of food, beer, vendors and festive fun. Attendees can meet adoptable dogs, connect with the Humane Society of Manatee County and learn about its programs and volunteer opportunities while celebrating the human-animal bond.

Celebrate North Florida Weens’ anniversary with a Dachshund-only meetup featuring weenie races, live music, food and beer, a Halloween costume contest, a best trick contest, and dachshund-themed vendors. Raffles benefit Dollar for Doxies. Dogs must be current on rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccinations, with registration on the Brewhound website or veterinary records required to access the off-leash play yard and races.

Join a family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring trunk-or-treating, vendor trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment, food, and seasonal activities for all ages. Guests are encouraged to wear costumes and enjoy a festive community gathering with shopping, games, and local nonprofits. Leashed pets are welcome to join the event.

This dog-friendly Halloween party features a pet costume contest with plenty of prizes, cocktails, music, dog treats and a yard full of costumed pups. Guests can also meet adoptable dogs from Raining Cats and Dogs Rescue, with matching costumes encouraged. The contest is free to enter, and dogs must be spayed or neutered and current on required vaccinations. Humans must be 21 or older.

Leashed dogs and their families are invited to enjoy a festive morning stroll through the lush, 50-acre landscape of the gardens! Browse the Doggie Boutique for treats, toys, and pet apparel, enter your pup in festive costume contests, and pick up a complimentary dog bandana while supplies last. Hall-O-Ween canine costume contests start at 10 AM.

Bring your costumed dog for photos and compete for prizes awarded to the top three pups. Dogs must be well-behaved, on a 6-foot non-retractable leash, and owners should bring water for themselves and their pets. Please note weather-related cancellations are possible; rain checks won't be provided

This dog-friendly Halloween pet parade and costume contest is part of the community’s Harvest Festival and features fun music, games for all ages and judging by local community members. Pet owners can dress up their furry friends and enjoy a festive, family-friendly celebration while supporting The Animal League.

This dog-friendly Halloween pet run/walk offers three distance options based on dog size: 1 mile for large dogs, 0.5 mile for medium dogs and 0.25 mile for small dogs. Participants receive a bandana, shirt, treats and a finisher medal, along with free coffee and pup cups. Dogs and their people can also take part in a costume contest, with prizes awarded to the top three best-dressed pups. Proceeds benefit Pet Alliance.

This dog-friendly Halloween party features games, treats and activities throughout the day, along with on-site services from Coastal Tails Mobile Vet and Tails by the Sea Mobile Grooming. Guests can also enjoy food from Jersey Joe's: Dawg's & More and Dexter & Angie's Wings. Costumes are encouraged! Dogs must register in advance, be spayed or neutered if at least one year old, and have proof of current rabies, distemper and Bordetella vaccinations.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this festival that features crafters showcasing a diverse range of art, including sculptures, jewelry, woodwork, paintings wearable art and more. The festival will also feature a green market area, offering a diverse range of hand-picked goods and eco-friendly products.

Shop unique handmade goods with your leashed pup at this outdoor craft festival featuring talented artisans, crafters, and a green market with eco-friendly products. Stroll the scenic waterfront setting while browsing one-of-a-kind jewelry, home décor, artwork, specialty foods, and more.

This dog-friendly adults-only evening on the farm features u-pick flower fields, pumpkins and fall décor, farm foods, cider donuts, local craft beer, wine and seasonal beverages. Guests can also gather around fire pits for s’mores while enjoying a laid-back night with their leashed pups. Dogs are welcome on these two dates only, and guests must be 18 or older.

Bring Fido to this annual craft beer and canine festival that will feature 30 different craft beers for sampling, dog activities and demos, vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and more. General admission is free, but beer punch cards must be purchased for the craft beer samples (ages 21 and over only).