Dog Events in Avalon, NJ

There are 10 upcoming pet friendly events within 40 kilometers of Avalon. 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 Avalon.

Jul 4–5

Semiquincentennial 4th of July Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village

Cape May, NJ

Semiquincentennial 4th of July Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring your pup to enjoy patriotic family activities, programs and live entertainment for Independence Day! Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details

Aug 8–9

Seafarers & Maritime Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village

Cape May, NJ

Seafarers & Maritime Celebration at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring your furry friend to this event featuring pirates, music and family fun! Guests will learn about maritime history and culture of the Jersey Cape. Historically-clothed interpreters will demonstrate the trades, crafts and lifestyles of Early America. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that dogs aren't permitted inside buildings. See Details

Sep 5–6

Revolutionary War Encampment Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village

Cape May, NJ

Revolutionary War Encampment Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring Fido along and learn about the Revolutionary War. This event will feature encampments, weaponry displays and demonstrations from living history groups that depict various conflicts through the centuries. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details

Sep 12–13

Civil War Encampment Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village

Cape May, NJ

Civil War Encampment Weekend at Historic Cold Spring Village Bring Fido along and learn about the Civil War. The Village will be recreated into a rural community in the 1800s with civilian reenactors authentically dressed and teaching guests about the everyday lives of Civil War soldiers and the roles civilians played. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details

Sep 26–27

Fiber Arts, Railroads & Car Show at Historic Cold Spring Village

Cape May, NJ

Fiber Arts, Railroads & Car Show at Historic Cold Spring Village Leashed dogs are welcome at this special event featuring fiber art themed crafters and vendors. Guests will also be able to check out the antique cars lining the Village lanes. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details

Oct 10

Lower Township Rotary Club Pumpkin Festival

Cape May, NJ

Lower Township Rotary Club Pumpkin Festival Bring Fido to the spookiest time of the year at the Village! Families can enjoy pumpkin painting, a Halloween parade and games throughout the day. A variety of crafters will sell their wares along the Village’s shell-paved lanes, and there will also be music and food vendors. Guests are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods to the ‘Share the Harvest’ Food Drive. Please ensure dogs are leashed and picked up after, and note that your furry friend isn't permitted inside buildings. See Details

Oct 10

Always Ready 5K

Cape May, NJ

Always Ready 5K The 5K Run is a competitive race and there's a 3K run/walk option for dogs (K9 race) where dogs must be leashed. Participants will run or walk through Harborview Park and along parts of the Coast Guard Training Center Cape May. See Details

Oct 24–25

Dog Day and Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade

Ocean City, NJ

Dog Day and Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade Bring Fido to this festive fall weekend event that welcomes leashed dogs onto the famous Boardwalk—a rare treat since pets are usually prohibited—along with their owners for two days of activities and fun. The celebration includes dog-specific vendors, photo stations, and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s announcement of “Pet of the Year,” plus a spirited Howl-O-Ween Parade where costumed pups and people march together in support of the humane society. See Details

Oct 24–25

Dog Days on the Ocean City Boardwalk

Ocean City, NJ

Dog Days on the Ocean City Boardwalk Bring Fido to this annual weekend event on the boardwalk! Activities for Saturday include dog-friendly vendors along the boardwalk, photo-op stations, and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year” announcement. See Details

Dec 5

Twilight Holiday Parade

Ventnor City, NJ

Twilight Holiday Parade A community holiday parade that invites residents to bring well‑behaved, leashed dogs to watch. The city asks that all dogs be leashed and under control during the event and provides a family-friendly, community atmosphere. See Details

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