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Dog Events in Cumberland Gap, TN

Here are the pet friendly events closest to Cumberland Gap. 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 East End Evenings

Select Jul 17–Aug 28

East End Evenings

East End Evenings

Head over to this monthly event with your leashed pup to listen to music in the park. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring picnics, lawn chairs, or cozy blankets for a comfortable evening of live R&B, soul, funk and dance music. Food, beverage and craft vendors will be available, and concerts will be held on the snowmobile stage.

Pet Friendly 4th Friday in Tryon - Tryon Dog Mayor Elections

Aug 28

4th Friday in Tryon - Tryon Dog Mayor Elections

4th Friday in Tryon - Tryon Dog Mayor Elections

Take a stroll with Fido in downtown Tryon! Local shops, galleries and restaurants stay open late for an evening of shopping, dining, art and entertainment. At this special edition, guests are invited to cast a vote for the next Tryon Dog Mayor. Votes are $1 each, and prospective canine candidates will make appearances! Not all businesses are dog friendly, so be sure to ask first before entering with Fido.

Daily, Jun–Aug

Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

Hendersonville, NC

Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

Bring Fido, on a leash, to experience Bullington Gardens' Fairy Trail! A wonderful, imagination filled trail with fairy houses and whimsical landscapes along the way. Please ensure children and pets are supervised at all times. Dogs and loud noises can scare the fairies into hiding. The trail is closed on Sundays.

Aug 29

Paws at Grace Ridge

Paws at Grace Ridge

Bring Fido to this fun-filled, pet-friendly celebration for the whole family! Enjoy a trick contest, pet-owner look-alike competition, food trucks, prize raffles, a scenic nature trail, pet market vendors and more. Meet adoptable animals, explore fall festivities, and celebrate the special bond between pets and people!

Sep 4–7

Labor Day Harvest Festival at Grandad's Apples N' Such

Hendersonville, NC

Labor Day Harvest Festival at Grandad's Apples N' Such

Bring Fido by the farm for some fun on Labor Day weekend! Enjoy four days of festive fall fun celebrating the best of the local harvest and community. Savor fresh-picked apples, cider donuts, and baked goods, grab a bite from food trucks, and shop a variety of small businesses. There will also be live music, a corn maze, playful attractions, and activities for kids.

Sep 12

Doggie Paddle

Let Fido make a splash at this fun dog swimming event! Leashed dogs and their humans can enjoy pet-related vendors, games, food, and drinks and browse Lexington Humane Society merchandise. Please note that humans will not be allowed to swim. Rabies vaccination proof is required for all dogs. Dogs must be at least 4 months old to participate.

Sep 12

Annual Renaissance Festival

Mills River, NC

Annual Renaissance Festival

Bring Fido out for a full day of medieval fun with Warriors of Ash showcasing full-contact combat in a tri-blade bracketed tournament. Enjoy live music, a dusk fire-spinning show, and interactive activities, and meeting the King & Queen. Browse 40+ unique vendors, from glass blowing to fairy hair, and feast on turkey legs and classic fair food. Dogs are welcome inside and outside.

Sep 12

Jump Off Rock Concert

Laurel Park, NC

Jump Off Rock Concert

Bring Fido along with a picnic, chair, blanket, and even a cooler (beer and wine are permitted) to this outdoor concert! The rain date is September 13th.

Sep 12

MAC Doggie Pool Pawty

MAC Doggie Pool Pawty

Join McKamey Animal Center for the ultimate splash-tastic event of the summer for you and your pup! Each splash session lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. You must pre-register online to be admitted into the event. Tickets won't be available at the door. Tickets are limited, and the event is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather, dog waste in the pool, or other circumstances.

Sep 12

Powell Pet Palooza

Powell Pet Palooza

Coordinated by the Powell Small Business Network and Sara's Waggy Tails, this dog-friendly community event brings together local rescues, pet businesses and families for a day of fun while supporting animals in need. Highlights include a doggy talent contest, pet-friendly activities, dog photos, pet blessings, face painting, food trucks and local vendors.

Mar 2–Sep 13

Jurassic Adventure at The Island in Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge, TN

Jurassic Adventure at The Island in Pigeon Forge

This free, walk-through exhibit features 20+ massive, animatronic dinosaurs that move, roar, and interact with visitors. Guests can stroll among towering prehistoric creatures, snap dino-themed photos, and even enjoy a unique Island Fountain Show enhanced by the presence of a giant 23-foot-tall Brachiosaurus and its “baby.” While the event is designed to be family-friendly, visitors are advised that the realistic dinosaur animations and sounds may be intense for some pets.

Sep 12–13

Upper Cumberland Apple Festival

Upper Cumberland Apple Festival

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual festival featuring over 100 vendors! Guests can enjoy live music, 15+ food trucks, and a variety of apple-themed treats like pies, cider, and snacks. The festival also offers vendors with handmade goods, vintage items, art, jewelry and clothing.

Jun 10–Sep 17

Arbor Evenings at The North Carolina Arboretum

Arbor Evenings at The North Carolina Arboretum

Set in the lush Baker Event Lawn and surrounding gardens, guests can sip beer, wine, or soft drinks from the on-site Green Gardener’s Shed, enjoy rotating food trucks, and stroll amid live performances spanning Americana, folk, jazz, bluegrass, country, pop, and more, all while basking in the glow of the golden hour. Leashed dogs are welcome and must be cleaned up after.

Select May–Sep

Summer Nights in Suburbia

Summer Nights in Suburbia

Kick off the weekend with your furry friend by attending a concert in the park! Visitors can listen to jazz, bluegrass, indie rock, folk, and more as they sit back in their lawn chairs or comfy blankets and snack on something from the local food trucks.

Sep 19

Annual Pooch Plunge at Allen Rosen Aquatic Center

Annual Pooch Plunge at Allen Rosen Aquatic Center

This dog-friendly event invites Knoxville-area pups and their people to enjoy a day of swimming and outdoor fun. Dogs can take a dip in a large pool, splash in a separate shallow pool for smaller breeds and less confident swimmers, or play on a grassy area. Guests can also enjoy food trucks, vendors and dog-themed cocktails while their pups have fun!

Sep 9 & Sep 23

Ruff N Roll at Riverbend Park

Ruff N Roll at Riverbend Park

Bring Fido out to the park for some fun recreation time together and dog activities! Dates this fall are scheduled for September 9th and 23rd.

Sep 24

Blue Ridge Humane Society's Annual Fur Ball

Mills River, NC

Blue Ridge Humane Society's Annual Fur Ball

Polished pups are invited to this elegant, black tie optional evening to benefit Blue Ridge Humane Society. The event will feature delicious food, signature cocktails, raffle items and a short program about BRHS. Dog tickets are limited and all tickets must be purchased in advance. Dogs will enjoy an exclusive Barkcuterie Bar, doggie dining station, and a doggie bag for pups to take home gifts (and leftovers!).

Sep 26

Annual Sarge's Downtown Dog Walk

Waynesville, NC

Annual Sarge's Downtown Dog Walk

This beloved community event invites you and your pup to enjoy a fun-filled day with a scenic group walk, live music, tasty food trucks, dog-themed contests, and plenty of pet-friendly vendors. Participants receive a Dog Walk t-shirt and goodie bag, plus the chance to connect with local rescues, all while supporting a great cause alongside fellow animal lovers.

Sep 26

Oktoberfest at Southern Appalachian Brewery

Hendersonville, NC

Oktoberfest at Southern Appalachian Brewery

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual event that features live music, German food from local food trucks, festival games like stein hoisting and a lederhosen and dirndl costume contest, and more! Dachshunds and Dachshund mixes are welcome to participate in the Annual Dachshund Races!

Saturdays in Sep

Oktoberfest at Guidon Brewing

Hendersonville, NC

Oktoberfest at Guidon Brewing

Dress Fido in his or her Dirndls and Lederhosen, and come out for games, food, music, and of course, beer. Check their website to stay up-to-date on event activities throughout the week!

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