Dog Events in Chocowinity, NC

Enjoy pet photos with Santa by When Skies Are Grey Photography. Browse local pet-loving vendors for gifts, treats, and surprises, and join in a holiday-themed pet activity. Humans can relax too, sipping Elation craft beer while soaking in all the festive, paw-sitive vibes.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with your four-legged friends at this festive gathering featuring dog vendors, adoptable pups from Red Barn Rescue and a dog pie-eating contest. A portion of beer sales and pie contest proceeds will benefit Red Barn Rescue.

Bring Fido for a photo with Santa! Please have your own camera ready, and a donation for The Isle of Wight County Humane Society.

Bring Fido along to see a light display like no other. This event features large 19-to-30 foot kites decked out in the spirit of the holiday season! At 5:00 PM, enjoy the lighting of the Jockey’s Ridge State Park Solar Christmas tree out on the dunes directly across from Jockey’s Ridge Crossing.

Celebrate the season with a festive holiday event where families and furry friends are invited to enjoy free visits and photos with Santa, playful interactions with Santa’s elves, and hands-on fun with classic toys straight from the workshop. While soaking up the holiday spirit, guests can also browse seasonal sales!

Shop for unique holiday gifts from local small businesses while enjoying live music, food trucks and refreshments. This festive outdoor market offers a fun evening of holiday shopping and entertainment at the brewery.

Celebrate Christmas with your pup at a dog-friendly holiday party featuring personalized stocking decorating, treats, toys, and professional holiday photos. Each ticket includes admission for up to two dogs and their person, one personalized embroidered stocking, two edited digital photos, a raffle ticket, and social time with fellow dog lovers.

Capture a stylish holiday portrait of your pet during an elegant seasonal photo experience set in a Tiffany-inspired room. Guests can dress their pups in festive attire and create memorable keepsakes surrounded by beautiful décor, holiday details, and a luxurious atmosphere perfect for celebrating the season. Each session lasts approximately 45 minutes.

Experience the magic of Christmas with Fido! Visitors receive a free 4x6" photo with Santa. Other photo packages will be available for purchase. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can go quickly. Hours vary by store.

Enjoy the grounds of the Norfolk Botanical Garden with your furry friend on Sundays throughout the year! There are multiple spigots for freshwater throughout the garden, but bring your own bowl to keep Fido hydrated. Dogs need to remain leashed at all times. Please note that Fido isn't permitted in the Children’s Garden, Butterfly House, on trams or boats, or during the Garden of Lights season.

Take Fido for a stroll through the illuminated garden as holiday lights transform the 10-acre gardens into an enchanted wonderland. Seasonal plants and holiday gifts will be available, and designated nights will feature live entertainment. Check their website for current schedule and weather closings. Timed-entry tickets sold online only.

Leashed dogs are welcome at thia quirky New Year’s Eve tradition, where a glowing pickle is lowered into a giant “pickle jar” in front of the University of Mount Olive’s Kornegay Arena to ring in the new year. The outdoor celebration kicks off with food trucks, live music, free pickles, and countdown video screens, followed by the pickle drop at 7 PM sharp. Please be aware that fireworks will start immediately after the drop. If Fido is sensitive to loud noises, it's recommended to head out before the fireworks begin.

Enjoy a fun-filled day celebrating pets with educational activities, games, contests, raffles, local pet professionals, vendors and delicious food. Bring the family and discover pet-related products and services while enjoying a day of community fun.

Bring your pup each Sunday and grab a seat outside while you enjoy discounted draft pints and half-price appetizers.