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    Dog Events in Asheville, NC

    There’s 1 upcoming pet friendly event in Asheville, and 15 more nearby. 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 Asheville.

    Pet Friendly Bocce Ball Tournament at Sideways Farm & Brewery
    Apr 13 – Oct 12

    Bocce Ball Tournament at Sideways Farm & Brewery

    Etowah, NC
    Bocce Ball Tournament at Sideways Farm & Brewery Bring your favorite partner and your pup out for some friendly competition and support a great cause! All entry monies will be donated to Blue Ridge Humane Society. Tournament explanation and rules start at 1:00 PM and there's a prize for the winning team! Game is played rain or shine. Please RSVP by the Thursday prior to event. See Details
    Pet Friendly Oklawaha Oktoberfest
    Oct 12

    Oklawaha Oktoberfest

    Hendersonville, NC
    Oklawaha Oktoberfest Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor area at this festival! There will be live music, special Oktoberfest brews, an art market curated by Blue Ridge Artisan Markets, and a variety of food trucks. Guests can enjoy games like Hammerschlagen, corn hole, and the annual Stein Hoisting Contest. See Details
    Oct 19

    Canine Trick or Treat

    Asheville, NC
    Canine Trick or Treat Dress up Fido for a treat scavenger hunt that will begin at 1:15 PM! Refreshments will be provided for dogs and human companions. See Details
    Oct 26

    Trick or Trail 5K & Spooky Sprint

    Hendersonville, NC
    Trick or Trail 5K & Spooky Sprint You can bring Fido along to watch this Halloween-themed race, which features participants wearing creative costumes for a 5K run or 1M walk. A bustling Fall Festival will follow, with food, drinks and vendors at the Farmers’ Market. Please be mindful that due to congestion and safety concerns, dogs cannot participate in the race itself. See Details
    Oct 26

    Annual Black Mountain HowlOWeen Pet Parade & Costume Contest

    Black Mountain, NC
    Annual Black Mountain HowlOWeen Pet Parade & Costume Contest Dress up Fido in his best Halloween costume for this annual event! The costume contest starts at 1:30 PM with great prizes from local businesses, and the parade will begin at 3:00 PM. See Details
    Oct 26

    Pups & Pints

    Asheville, NC
    Pups & Pints Bring your leashed pups for a rooftop pawty! There will be local brews, dog-friendly vendors, a pet caricature art, complimentary pet portraits, treats for pups, live music and more. See Details
    Jun 13 2025

    Bark and Bolt 5k, One Mile, Paw Pursuit & Bark in the Park Dog Fair

    Hendersonville, NC
    Bark and Bolt 5k, One Mile, Paw Pursuit & Bark in the Park Dog Fair The 5K course is a scenic, out and back route that follows the Oklawaha Greenway. There are some moderate hills but the majority of the course is flat. Both courses will have a single water station along the route. The Paw Pursuit 100 Meter Dash is the shortest race with a quick sprint where dogs run alongside their owners to demonstrate their speed and agility. Dogs will be divided into three weight classes: Lightweight, Middleweight, and Heavyweight. See Details
    Asheville, NC, US