Dog Events in Lima, OH

This21+ after-hours cocktail event invites furry friends along to the Conservatory’s lush indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests can sample craft beers, hard seltzers, and other drinks from local vendors while enjoying classic tailgate games like cornhole, inflatable football toss, darts, foosball, and music from a live DJ in a fun, spirited atmosphere. Advance tickets are required.

Bring Fido for a 5K run or walk! Registered participants will receive a shirt and all finishers receive a medal. All race fees and donations help pay for the medical care for sick and injured dogs at the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. Race day registration begins at 8 AM.

Leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor areas of this annual event. Enjoy Monte Carlo-style street games along Delaware Avenue, providing entertainment for all ages.

Bring your leashed pup out to this annual event to see the Southern Ohio Flying K9 demos, visit many dog-related vendors to get some great products, and see the rescues and shelters with adoptable pets, too. Food trucks, raffles, and more can also be enjoyed during your visit. Don't miss the Dublin Pet Fair 5K Race happening in the morning!

A pet-focused 5K race that takes place during the Dublin Pet Fair aims to raise awareness for animal welfare. The race will start and end at the Dublin Rec Center and will travel through the Indian Run Meadows Park with the turning point at the ML Red Trabue Nature Reserve. Rescue organizations and shelters will bring adoptable pets, and the event will feature pet races, a pet parade, and a veterinary wellness clinic.

This annual event invites your Dachshund out to compete in the race! In addition, there will be other fun activities like a costume contest at 10 AM, a raffle and more. Parking will be available in the swimming pool parking lot.

Create unforgettable memories with all-day photo opportunities, tasty concessions and live music. There will also be vendors, raffles, games, and much more!

Ohio Basset Rescue's biggest in-person fundraiser features raffle baskets, auctions, basset races, paw print painting and nail trims. It’s held at a public dog park where all pups are welcome. Bring your furry friend and a chair or blanket to enjoy the fun and support the cause.

This dog-friendly Halloween Yappy Hour invites pups to dress in their best costumes and enjoy gourmet dog snacks, a photo booth, giveaways and plenty of festive fun. Guests can also enjoy beer and delicious food from MadTree while meeting adorable costumed dogs.

Dress up your furry friends for a fun-filled afternoon of spook-tacular costumes, exciting prizes, and treats for both pets and humans. After the contest, let your pups burn off some energy at Hill's Bark Park, where they can run, play, and mingle with new four-legged friends.

Leashed dogs are welcome to this annual Bavarian celebration, featuring authentic German food like bratwurst, sauerbraten, spaetzle, and schnitzel, alongside cold German beers and festive polka music. The event will be held on Saturday from 11 AM until 7 PM, and on Sunday from 12 PM until 5 PM.

Bring Fido out for a a weekend packed with festive fun, including a spooktacular dog costume contest, live music, tasty food trucks, and dog-themed vendors offering treats, toys, and accessories. Snap adorable photos of your pup in their Halloween best, shop unique finds, and enjoy a lively atmosphere with fellow pet lovers.

Dress up your dog in their Halloween finest and join this fun parade around the Village Green and down High Street. Registration is required. Prizes will be awarded in categories including Best Human/Dog Costume, Best Current Affairs Costume, Scariest Costume, Funniest Costume, and Best in Show. Please note: all dogs must be leashed, vaccinated, and friendly in crowds; no dogs under 3 months old; costumes should be kid-appropriate; and wagons or strollers are allowed as long as dogs wear a collar and leash.

This annual event features a costume parade and trick-or-treating for dogs with local pet businesses. Attendees can capture festive memories with Halloween-themed pet photos by Rachel Craft Pet Photography.

Car enthusiasts are invited to showcase their favorite rides and admire a variety of classic and custom vehicles during this community car show. All makes and models are welcome. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are also invited to join their owners for the festivities.

This dog-friendly fall event transforms Caesar Ford Park into a glowing pumpkin wonderland featuring hundreds of hand-painted pumpkins illuminated by black lights. Guests can explore the trails, recognize creative designs inspired by cartoons, music, horror, animals and more, and enjoy food vendors.

This Halloween-themed market invites guests to shop a spooky selection of unique makers while enjoying food, drinks, and a festive atmosphere. Attendees are encouraged to dress up, with fun interactions at each vendor and costume contests offering prizes for standout looks. Alongside shopping, guests can take advantage of on-site games and entertainment, both indoors and outdoors, creating a playful, family-friendly experience.

This festive holiday market offers a cheerful shopping experience filled with unique, handcrafted goods from a wide variety of makers. Guests can enjoy seasonal touches like complimentary hot chocolate and coffee, photos with Santa, and a chance to receive special gift bags with surprise spending credits. The event also encourages giving back, with opportunities to support a local shelter, while providing a lively atmosphere to browse, dine, and enjoy drinks.

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 8 AM and the race begins at 9 AM.

This dog-friendly Christmas drive-thru light display invites guests to travel through a dazzling Winter Wonderland featuring a North Pole Car Show, Winter Farm, Festive Festival and a visit with Santa. Fido must remain inside the car with your at all times. Admission is free, and donations are gladly accepted to support the program for years to come.