Dog Events in Jellico, TN

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.

You and Fido are invited to join the Lexington Parks Department for an evening event filled with fun and exercise! The gathering will include food trucks, live music, cold beer, frozen treats, and a variety of dog-related vendors.

Bring Fido and raise a glass for a good cause at this dog-friendly celebration featuring craft beer, local vendors, live entertainment, food, and plenty of fun for both people and pups. Enjoy a day of sampling brews while supporting animal rescue efforts and spending time with fellow dog lovers.

Bring Fido to this spooky pet parade with eerie decorations and ghostly tunes, prizes for the best costumes, and treats for all! The first parade is at 12 PM and the second is at 3 PM. Each pet may participate in one parade only. Pets may not be entered into both parades.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this fun event packed with exciting activities, including a kids' zone, carnival games, live music, photo minis, train rides and more. Shop from over 125 talented makers, enjoy delicious treats like apple pie, boba, and lemonade, and explore unique vendors offering clothing, décor, and handmade goods. With over 20,000 lbs of fresh North Carolina and Georgia-grown apples, plus apple-flavored and scented everything, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Hailed as one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation," this annual festival is a celebration of the autumn harvest and Haywood County’s agricultural heritage. Visit the famous town of Waynesville, nestled in the NC Smoky Mountains. The downtown streets are filled with almost 200 arts and craft booths, food concessions, music, cloggers, and more. Local apple growers set up on the street to sell delicious mountain grown apples of a vast variety. In addition, many vendors offer apple cider, cake, pies, and other delectable apple goodies! Dogs must be leashed at all times.

This beloved annual event features over a dozen entertaining competitions, from athletic challenges like the Straight Dash and Frisbee Catch to whimsical contests such as the Hot Dog Splash and “I’ll Eat Anything!” Participants can also enjoy the Alumni Parade, Halloween Costume Contests, and a Blessing of the Animals ceremony. The day includes an Olympic Village with local vendors, food trucks and activities for all ages.

This dog-friendly arts and crafts festival brings together artisans from across the Southeast offering handmade treasures, including seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, furniture, jewelry and more. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash and bring water and waste bags for him. Guests can browse unique creations while enjoying a variety of festival food.

This family- and dog-friendly Halloween event is packed with festive activities for all ages. Highlights include a costume contest and parade, pet costume contest, trick-or-treating downtown, live music performances, a beer garden, vendors and more.

This dog-friendly Halloween event features a judged costume parade for dogs, along with an expo showcasing educational booths, pet businesses and rescue groups. Guests can also enjoy food trucks and support the Companion Animal Initiative of Tennessee through a pet food drive. The event takes place rain or shine.

This Halloween event is open to all pups and spectators, with judging by people’s choice! Come watch, vote and cheer on the adorable (and creative) canine costumes. A portion of taproom proceeds will benefit Almost Home Dog Rescue NC.

Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas of this family-friendly event, which features beautifully carved and illuminated pumpkins displayed along a short paved pathway. There will be local musicians, food trucks, games, storytelling and more. Please note that it will be a relatively dark environment with lots of people, and only service animals are allowed inside the mansion and museum.

The Arthritis Foundation’s race is the original festive race for charity with your pup. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume. Bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash. Check-in starts at 9 AM and the race begins at 10:15 AM.

Every Wednesday night, put your trivia skills to the test at Wagbar Knox, where dogs are welcome to join the fun. Play automated trivia using your phone and follow along on 14 TVs throughout the park, with three separate tournaments and gift cards awarded to the winners.