Dog Events in Hawthorne, NJ

This dog-friendly community event brings together pet lovers for a day of fun, education and animal advocacy. Highlights include pet contests, demonstrations from the Sheriff’s K-9 Unit and Mounted Patrol, adoptable pets from local rescues, pet-focused vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden and family-friendly activities. Funds raised support local animal advocacy initiatives, including the Sheriff’s K-9 and Mounted Patrol Units.

Bring Fido out to this annual parade dressed in his favorite costume! In addition to a contest, there'll be local vendors, raffles, a kids' activity area and much more. The rain date is October 18.

This community event will take over an entire block of Hell’s Kitchen! Activities will include pet adoptions, dog portraits, food and drink, local vendors and small businesses. Vendors will line the closed-off street for an expected 5,000+ attendees to celebrate all things ‘dog’ in New York City!

Bring Fido to the annual parade and costume contest, where canine citizens of Florham Park and surrounding communities take center stage! Attendees can enroll or watch these furry friends showcase their adorable costumes and unique personalities.

Bring Fido and paint a portrait of him! Artist Michele Cahill will help each pet parent masterfully paint their best canine friend. Please note that you must register in advance and email Michele a picture of your dog before attending.

Don't miss the opportunity to explore the AKC Museum of the Dog with your furry companions! Enjoy music, special activities, and playful surprises designed for both people and pups—all set against the backdrop of the Museum’s one-of-a-kind collection. Be sure to secure your tickets early, as these popular events often sell out in advance.

Bring Fido to this Halloween-themed gathering of costumed canines and their owners! Watch adorable pups strut their stuff in creative and charming outfits for a chance to win fantastic prizes for the most creative costumes. Note that this event is only open to Fair Lawn residents.

A free Bergen County pet festival featuring adoptable pets, a Halloween costume parade, contests, puppy yoga, local vendors, family activities and more!

This dog-friendly costume contest and parade raises awareness of pet food insecurity while supporting the HCC Pet Pantry. Guests can enter their pets in the costume contest, then enjoy a festive parade with music, prizes and other activities. The parade will begin at 3:00 PM, with judging at 3:30 PM.

Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance, Van Cortlandt House Museum, and the Urban Park Rangers for a free afternoon of family and dog-friendly fun! Enjoy creepy crafts, face painting, and spine-tingling stories with LINC on the museum lawn. At 3:00 PM, don’t miss the Annual Pup Parade & Canine Costume Contest. Pups can be registered from 2:00–2:45 PM or pre-register online. Cap off the evening with a Nocturnal Creatures and Wildlife Hike led by the Urban Park Rangers from 6:00–7:30 PM.

Leashed dogs are welcome for a full day of fall fun, featuring family-friendly workshops, a community resource fair, and New York’s second-largest dog costume contest co-hosted with Chateau le Woof. Guests can enjoy pumpkin decorating, hands-on activities, and plenty of festive entertainment, making this a one-of-a-kind seasonal celebration you won’t want to miss.

Get ready to laugh as your furry friend howls for a night of tail-wagging fun. Enjoy canine-themed jokes and drinks with your pup. This show is recommended for audience members ages 18+ and occurs one Friday each month. Check their website for current schedule.