Dog Events in Irasburg, VT

The Laconia Pumpkin Festival, formerly the New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival, welcomes leashed pups to celebrate the season! Expect thousands of glowing carved pumpkins, including the iconic pumpkin tower, live music (plus laser shows and dancing witches), festive parades for kids and costumed pets, artisan and food vendors, the Pumpkin Express train, games like corn-hole and craft stations, and a beer garden.

Enjoy Trunk-or-Treat for dogs, decorate Halloween dog cookies ($5, benefiting Long Journey Animal Rescue), free doggie mocktails, a pet costume contest and dog/owner games with prizes, and a spooky pet photo fundraiser. Refreshments, mini trick-or-treat bags, and special event discounts make this a festive, family- and pet-friendly celebration. All dogs must be leashed and vaccinated.

Enjoy a fun, fitness-focused race for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Participants can look forward to a refreshing outdoor course and a sweet post-race treat with their furry companion! Please note that dogs must start at the back of their respective runner or walker group.

Join professional photographers Gini and Doug Haines for pet, family and kids’ photos. Photos start at $10 for a 5x7, with portrait packages, holiday cards, and novelty gifts featuring your pet also available. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are recommended to secure your spot.

One small, well-behaved and leashed dog under 20 pounds is welcome to travel in coach! Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive by train to visit with the passengers. All four-legged passengers receive a green ‘Doggy Ticket.’ Dogs must be kept on a leash and at your feet at all times. Pups aren't permitted on seats or on laps. Train schedules vary, and reservations are highly recommended.

On the last Sunday of each month through winter, people and their pups are invited to enjoy an afternoon of tasty beers and a Mckenzie hot dogs! Proceeds benefit a different local animal nonprofit each month.