Dog Events in Dillon, SC

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.

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.

This pet-friendly service celebrates animal companions with personal blessings from Pastor Jeff. Guests can meet adoptable dogs from Faith Hope & Love Rescue and bring their own pets for a blessing. Pets must remain leashed or secured in a carrier. Photos of animals unable to attend can also be brought for a blessing.

All creatures great and small are welcome to this annual blessing. There will be a short service followed by individual blessings for each pet.

This dog-friendly Yappy Hour invites pups and their people to enjoy an evening at the dog park with local pet businesses and drinks available for purchase by guests ages 21 and older. Admission is free, thanks to support from Dix Park Conservancy donors.

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!

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!

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.

This annual Wiener Dog races invite pups of all ages to compete in divisions for puppies, juniors, adults, seniors, special-needs dogs and mixed breeds. Dogs race in heats on a 25- to 35-foot track, with winners advancing to semifinals and division champions receiving awards. Dogs must be at least 4 months old. Owners may use treats or favorite toys to encourage their dogs, but cannot touch them while they're racing.

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!

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.

This dog-friendly gala is the Humane Society of Charlotte’s signature fundraising event, bringing guests and their well-behaved pups together for an elegant evening supporting pets and the people who care for them. The event features dinner, drinks, good company and plenty of tail wags!

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.

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.

This dog-friendly Halloween fundraiser features gift card raffles, a festive photo area and family-friendly activities. Guests are encouraged to dress in costume with their dogs while enjoying the afternoon, with no costume contest planned. Birdsong Brewing will donate $1 from every pint sold, while raffle proceeds and event donations support North Meck Animal Rescue’s dogs and cats.

Leashed dogs and their pet parents are welcome to join in the fun at this exciting event! This festival features dog costume contests, a photo booth, local vendors and community partners, and food and beverages available for purchase.

Get ready for a spook-tacular 21+ evening, where wine, beer and boos come together for a howling good time! Stroll through the beautifully decorated, autumn-themed garden with your furry friend, enjoying fine wines, craft brews and festive fall vibes. Both you and your pup can dress up for a chance to win fang-tastic costume prizes! Tickets include garden admission and three drink tickets.

This fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween celebration features costume contests for kids and pets! Registration begins at 11 AM, and the pet costume contest is at 3 PM. Enjoy exciting entertainment including stilt walkers, kids activities, vendors and more!

This spook-tacular evening invites you and your costumed pup to wander through festively decorated trunks to sniff out dog-safe treats! Highlights of the night include dog vendors, bone broth sno cones, photo ops, giveaways and more.

Get ready for a spooktacular day of Halloween fun! On event day, check in and Trick-or-Treat bag distribution will be held 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. Costumes are encouraged for kids, adults, and leashed dogs! The costume contest will be held at 12:00 PM.