Dog Events in Buckley, MI

There are 5 upcoming pet friendly events within 40 kilometers of Buckley. 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 Buckley.

Jul 4

Cadillac Michigan Freedom Festival Kid & Pet Parade

Cadillac, MI

Cadillac Michigan Freedom Festival Kid & Pet Parade Bring Fido to this fun-filled, family-friendly Pet Parade along beautiful Lake Cadillac, as part of the Cadillac Michigan Freedom Festival weekend! Line-up begins at 11:30 AM, with the parade kicking off at 1:00 PM from City Park, following the scenic sidewalk to Chestnut and finishing at the skate park parking lot. All pets - furry, feathery, scaley, or wooly - are welcome. Costumes are highly encouraged, with prizes awarded for best pet costume and most creative pet/owner outfit. See Details

Jul 2–5

Cadillac Michigan Freedom Festival

Cadillac, MI

Cadillac Michigan Freedom Festival This three-day event brings music, fun, and community spirit to Cadillac’s downtown and lakeside venues! Highlights include a festive Independence Day Parade and Kid & Pet Parade, a morning Freedom 5K, a classic car and motorcycle show, and a craft and vendor market. Families can enjoy live music performances, food trucks, kid‑friendly activities like splash pad pizza parties and donkey-drawn cart rides, and more. See Details

Jul 25–26

Dog Days of Summer Traverse City

Traverse City, MI

Dog Days of Summer Traverse City A DockDogs dock-diving competition and spectator event where dogs compete in jumping and retrieving. Spectators are also invited to bring their dogs. Please note that a membership or day pass, along with updated vaccine documents, is required to enter the venue, K&A Hop Dogs. See Details

Jun 9–Aug 4

Barks and Brews Tuesday with Traverse City Pit Spitters

Traverse City, MI

Barks and Brews Tuesday with Traverse City Pit Spitters Barks and Brews is a recurring promotion at Traverse City Pit Spitters home games, where fans are invited to bring their dogs to Turtle Creek Stadium and enjoy themed activities and discounted craft beer. Games are held on June 9, June 30 and August 4. See Details

Sep 19

Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run

Traverse City, MI

Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run Leashed dogs are invited to join this family-friendly 5K and 10K run/walk supported by the Traverse City Track Club. The scenic 5K winds along hard-packed sand roads, while the 10K offers a more challenging trail experience. Stick around after the race to relax and celebrate at the medal ceremony. Dogs should remain in the car with you until just prior to the race start time. 10K starts at 8:30 AM, and 5K starts at 8:45 AM. See Details

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