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    Dog Events in Ayden, NC

    Here are the pet friendly events closest to Ayden. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event.

    Pet Friendly Fenton Art Festival
    Sep 13

    Fenton Art Festival

    Cary, NC
    Fenton Art Festival Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at this vibrant celebration of fine art and creativity. Browse and shop original works in oils, watercolors, acrylics, mixed media, sculpture, and more from over 50 talented artists. Enjoy interactive workshops, live demonstrations, and opportunities to help create public art in one of the Triangle’s premier destinations. See Details
    Pet Friendly Public Pooch Plunge
    Sep 10–13

    Public Pooch Plunge

    Wilmington, NC
    Public Pooch Plunge Let your four-legged friend splash around in the water during this annual pool party, where Fido can enjoy $1 pup cups! Dogs must be up to date on vaccines, and owners are responsible for their pets’ behavior. Per health department regulations, only dogs may enter the pool; humans may not get in or put their feet in the water. See Details
    Sep 19

    Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark Enjoy a tail-wagging pool party featuring live music, food trucks, contests, pup swag bags, a beer garden, and a special cocktail menu for humans. Dogs can splash in designated swim areas while guests enjoy a fun day of socializing with fellow dog lovers. Participating dogs must have proof of current rabies vaccination and a signed waiver. Dogs must remain leashed outside designated swim areas, and owners are responsible for supervising their pets and cleaning up after them. One dog per person. See Details
    Sep 19

    Oktoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co.

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Oktoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co. This dog-friendly Oktoberfest celebration features live music, cold beer, contests, games and activities for the whole family. Highlights include a dog dress-up contest, Dachshund races, kids’ games, a vendor market, bounce house, Miss Oktoberfest crowning and other festive competitions. See Details
    Sep 20

    Dogtoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co.

    Suffolk, VA
    Dogtoberfest at New Realm Brewing Co. Enjoy dog-friendly fun, Oktoberfest brews, festive food, plenty of paws, steins and more! See Details
    Sep 26

    Vets to Vets United 5K9 Dog Jog

    Cary, NC
    Vets to Vets United 5K9 Dog Jog Run, walk, or wag your way through this dog-friendly 5K supporting Vets to Vets United and its mission of pairing veterans with rescued dogs trained as service animals. The event features a scenic course, post-race celebration, vendor village, rescue organizations, raffles, music, and refreshments for participants and their pups. See Details
    Sep 27

    Food Truck Rodeo

    Durham, NC
    Food Truck Rodeo Well-behaved, leashed canines can join their owners at this event, which features music, beer and food! Attendees will be able to grab fare and beverages from over 50 vendors offering cuisine from all around the world. See Details
    Sep 25–27

    Dock Dogs at Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Dock Dogs at Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend Dock Dogs is a dock‑jumping competition featuring Big Air, Speed Retrieve and Extreme Vertical divisions where teams of handlers and dogs compete on a temporary pool set up on the beach. Spectator viewing is free and the event takes place on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront at 14th Street as part of Neptune Festival’s Boardwalk Weekend. The event’s organizer and DockDogs both state that anyone may bring a dog to compete and that viewing is open to the public. See Details
    Oct 3

    Compact Canine Rescue's Annual Howl-O-Ween Fest

    Norfolk, VA
    Compact Canine Rescue's Annual Howl-O-Ween Fest Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at this festive event, where pups can strut their stuff in the Canine Costume Contest! Enjoy live music, cold beer, dog-friendly activities, exciting raffles, giveaways, and plenty of opportunities to mingle with fellow dog lovers. See Details
    Oct 3

    Falling for Local

    Raleigh, NC
    Falling for Local Held in the spacious Big Field, the event brings together live performances by local musicians, over 100 independent maker vendors, and more than 50 food trucks and craft beer/cider options. You’ll also find festive activities like hayrides, inflatables, lawn games, photo booths, and a pumpkin patch stocked with free pumpkins. All dogs must be leashed, well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details
    Oct 3

    Wag-O-Ween at Aviator Brewing Company

    Fuquay-Varina, NC
    Wag-O-Ween at Aviator Brewing Company Hosted by US Dog Coalition & Rescue, this celebration is packed with fun for pups and their people! Enjoy exciting contests, engaging demonstrations, and plenty of chances to connect with fellow dog lovers. Local rescues will be on site with adoptable pets. Costumes are encouraged for both dogs and their humans. See Details
    Oct 3

    Paws on the Run: Annual 5K & 1-Mile Dog Walk

    Rolesville, NC
    Paws on the Run: Annual 5K & 1-Mile Dog Walk This dog-friendly event features a 5K race and a 1-mile dog walk, followed by an award ceremony and dog costume parade. Following the 5K there will be a dog costume parade! 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards will be given to the best dressed pups! See Details
    Oct 10

    Beaglefest Benefiting Triangle Beagle Rescue

    Wake Forest, NC
    Beaglefest Benefiting Triangle Beagle Rescue Show off your pup at this event and meet other pet parents who share the same interest. There will be food trucks, games, raffles, contests and vendors. See Details
    Oct 10

    Triangle Barkitecture

    Cary, NC
    Triangle Barkitecture Bring your leashed furry friend and explore one-of-a-kind pet architecture while enjoying a day full of activities. These custom creations are showcased and auctioned off to raise funds for local foster and rescue organizations. Bid on unique items, take part in a pet food donation drive, and meet adorable adoptable pups. Plus, shop local vendors and cheer on the fun during the pet costume contest! See Details
    Oct 10

    Annual Pets in the Park

    Carolina Beach, NC
    Annual Pets in the Park Well-behaved pets are welcome to join their owners at this annual event, featuring pup photos, a pet blessing, adoptable dogs, local vendors, dog yoga and much more. Fido can even participate in a pet trick contest or costume contest! See Details
    Oct 10

    Oktoberfest at Deep River Brewing Company

    Clayton, NC
    Oktoberfest at Deep River Brewing Company Celebrate Oktoberfest with Fido at this Bavarian-inspired festival featuring craft beer, live music, food trucks, games and festive competitions. Guests can enjoy activities such as a keg toss, bag toss, stein hoist, and axe throwing while sampling food from a variety of local vendors. Gift cards are awarded to competition winners, and some contests are limited to participants 21 and older. See Details
    Oct 11

    Yappy Hour at Deep River Brewing Company

    Clayton, NC
    Yappy Hour at Deep River Brewing Company Bring your pup for two laid-back afternoons of cold brews, good company and puppy love! Enjoy drinks while supporting a great cause: $1 per beer benefits a local pet rescue organization. A perfect way to relax, socialize and celebrate furry friends! See Details
    Oct 11

    Zoomies for a Cause - Dog-Friendly 5K & 1-Mile Walk

    Wilmington, NC
    Zoomies for a Cause - Dog-Friendly 5K & 1-Mile Walk This dog-friendly 1-mile walk and 5K supports Canines for Service and its mission to provide service dogs to Veterans. Held in celebration of World Mental Health Day, the event welcomes runners, walkers and leashed dogs for an afternoon of community, wellness and support for Veterans. See Details
    Oct 17

    Deerfly Trail Race

    Fayetteville, NC
    Deerfly Trail Race A fun race for dogs and their owners featuring timed divisions: Big Dog 11K and Lil Pup 6K. Leashed dogs can run alongside their humans on sandy, pine-forest trails; human-only 6K and 11K divisions are also available. See Details
    Oct 22

    Halloween at the BOOtanical Garden - DOG NIGHT

    Fayetteville, NC
    Halloween at the BOOtanical Garden - DOG NIGHT Leashed dogs are welcome this night only for magical displays, candy stations, a costume contest, animations, photo ops, food, beverages, and a vendor market, all in a walk-through, immersive setting. Tickets must be bought in advance, as the event has limited capacity and often sells out. See Details

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