Dog Events in Machipongo, VA

Here are the pet friendly events closest to Machipongo. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event.

Aug 1

Run for the Paws 5K & 1M Dog Walk

Dewey Beach, DE

Run for the Paws 5K & 1M Dog Walk A charity race and fun dog walk that raises funds for Humane Animal Partners while bringing the community and their pets together for a morning run/walk. The event includes a timed 5K, a 5K walk division, and a 1-mile dog walk. See Details

Jul 4 & Aug 1

Dirty Habit Presents: Paws and Palms

Washington, DC

Dirty Habit Presents: Paws and Palms Join a sun-soaked courtyard gathering at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC, with laid-back island vibes, cocktails, and four-legged companions. Guests can enjoy specialty treats, pup cups, light music, photo ops, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere designed for lingering and socializing. See Details

Aug 6

Outer Banks Watermelon Festival

Nags Head, NC

Outer Banks Watermelon Festival Bring your furry friend to have fun at this event featuring a t-shirt tie dye station, watermelon-themed competitions, arts and crafts, face painting, food trucks and more! The event is free for guests to attend; however, the purchase of tickets is required to play and eat. Compete in classic competitions to win something from a selection of fantastic prizes. See Details

Aug 8

Daisy’s Legacy Anniversary Celebration

Arlington, VA

Daisy’s Legacy Anniversary Celebration Celebrate two years of rescue, love, and community with an evening of pizza, pups, and good vibes. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet, music, raffle prizes, and a photo booth on a pet-friendly patio. Rescue pups will be on-site, and donations of dog items are welcome to support future furry friends. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. See Details

Aug 12–13

Outer Banks Pirate Festival

Nags Head, NC

Outer Banks Pirate Festival Ahoy Mateys! Bring your furry friend down to this event to meet pirates and mermaids and learn about the vast history of pirates on the OBX! See Details

Aug 14

Yappy Hour at The Stacks

Washington, DC

Yappy Hour at The Stacks Bring Fido out for an evening of socializing, games, and community fun! Guests can enjoy music from a live DJ, cocktails and mocktails, snacks, cornhole, giveaways, and other activities while dogs make new furry friends. Open to residents and non-residents. The event will take place in the park area at Dry Dock Park (located on1st street outside the Colette lobby). See Details

Aug 23

SPCA of Anne Arundel County’s Puppy Plunge

Edgewater, MD

SPCA of Anne Arundel County’s Puppy Plunge Bring your family, friends and leashed pups to the best beach bash in Anne Arundel County! There will be live music, food and drinks for purchase, vendors, fun contests and activities, beach access for dogs to splash and play, and more. See Details

Select dates May 1–Aug 25

Wag Your Tail Tuesdays

Salisbury, MD

Wag Your Tail Tuesdays Bring Fido to the Bark in the Park, where he can enjoy the day for free with a donation to a local animal shelter. Acceptable donations include paper towels, treats, food and toys. This special event takes place at home on Tuesdays on the following dates: May 26, June 16, June 30, July 7, July 28 and August 11. There's also a Friday event on May 1 that welcomes pups. See Details

May 21–Aug 27

Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Riverwalk Landing

Yorktown, VA

Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Riverwalk Landing Every Thursday there will be live music for you and your pup to enjoy. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and small coolers. Please, no umbrellas, tables or tents. If you want something to munch on during the show, order dinner or dessert at any of Historic Yorktown’s waterfront restaurants. See Details

Aug 29

Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut

Williamsburg, VA

Pints & Paws 5K and 1 Mile Run Walk and Pup Strut A dog-friendly 5K, competitive walk, and 1-mile Pup Strut where leashed dogs may participate alongside their people. Hosted by 4 Paws Animal Rescue, Inc., the event also features a pup photo contest, vendors, and finish-line fun for a great cause. See Details

Select games Mar 29–Sep 6

Bark in the Park with Norfolk Tides

Norfolk, VA

Bark in the Park with Norfolk Tides Take Fido out to a baseball game! Dog-friendly games are held on select dates throughout the season, so make sure to check the website's schedule to catch a game. Proceeds from dog tickets are donated to a local dog charity. Dog-friendly sections are 215-223 (3rd base side next to the Picnic/3B entrance). All dogs must enter the ballpark through the 1st Base Entrance and remain on a leash while at Harbor Park. See Details

May 26–Sep 6

Paws & Pavement Club - Benefiting Worcester County Humane Society

Berlin, MD

Paws & Pavement Club - Benefiting Worcester County Humane Society This weekly dog-friendly walk brings together pet lovers and their pups for a fun, social way to stay active while supporting local animal welfare efforts. Participants can walk, jog, or stroll at their own pace along a mapped route before enjoying food, drinks, tastings, and community time afterward. Registration includes event perks like giveaways and themed merchandise, with a portion of proceeds and donations benefiting the Worcester County Humane Society. See Details

Sep 7

Doggie Dip Day - Labor Day Splash

Easton, MD

Doggie Dip Day - Labor Day Splash The pool opens just for dogs at this special end-of-summer event where dogs can enjoy two hours of splashing, playing, and wagging their tails in delight. All dogs must be vaccinated, socialized, and accompanied by an adult (18+), with a limit of two dogs per person. While humans can attend and supervise, swimming is reserved for the pups only. Collars with ID are required, and doggie life jackets are encouraged for extra peace of mind. See Details

Sep 11–12

Outer Banks Kite Festival

Nags Head, NC

Outer Banks Kite Festival Furry friends may join their owners to watch massive show kites flying high above the dunes at the park and participate in stunt and power kite lessons given by pros. Visitors will watch some of the nation’s most talented performers put on world-class displays of artistry and skill with kite flying set to music, synchronized shows and more. See Details

Sep 12

AKC Fit Dog Club Walk

Alexandria, VA

AKC Fit Dog Club Walk Lace up your sneakers and grab Fido's leash to participate in a walk with your furry friend. All skill levels are welcome; there will be light refreshments and social time with others afterward. See Details

Sep 12–13

Colonial K9 Classic

Williamsburg, VA

Colonial K9 Classic Enjoy a weekend of canine excitement featuring DockDogs® diving competitions, local vendors, food, wine, and a pet-friendly beer and wine garden. Guests can relax with their dogs while watching dock diving events and supporting Lab Rescue LCRP, with a portion of beer and wine sales benefiting the organization. See Details

Sep 19

Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark

Virginia Beach, VA

Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark Enjoy a tail-wagging pool party featuring live music, food trucks, contests, pup swag bags, a beer garden, and a special cocktail menu for humans. Dogs can splash in designated swim areas while guests enjoy a fun day of socializing with fellow dog lovers. Participating dogs must have proof of current rabies vaccination and a signed waiver. Dogs must remain leashed outside designated swim areas, and owners are responsible for supervising their pets and cleaning up after them. One dog per person. See Details

Sep 19–20

Colonial Market & Fair at George Washington's Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon, VA

Colonial Market & Fair at George Washington's Mount Vernon Step back in time at a lively, family-friendly marketplace inspired by the 18th century. Guests can browse handcrafted goods from skilled artisans, watch live demonstrations of traditional trades, and enjoy period-style music, food, and entertainment. Leashed dogs are permitted on the property with the exception of the following areas: the Mansion and all other historic buildings, the Ford Orientation Center, Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center, the Shops of Mount Vernon, the Food Court and Pavilion, the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, and the Distillery & Gristmill. See Details

Sep 25–26

Dewey's Golden Jubilee - Fall

Rehoboth Beach, DE

Dewey's Golden Jubilee - Fall This beloved weekend celebration brings together Golden Retriever owners and pups for fun, beach time, and community spirit on both sand and surf. The event features informal gatherings like a Friday “Gold Rush” walk through nearby Rehoboth Beach, an unofficial beach romp, bonfires, and plenty of opportunities for dogs to play, swim and socialize. The relaxed festival atmosphere also supports the Morris Animal Foundation’s Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, one of the most comprehensive canine health research efforts in the U.S., and draws hundreds of Goldens and their families to celebrate together by the shore. See Details

Select home games Apr–Sep

Pups in the Park with the Washington Nationals

Washington, DC

Pups in the Park with the Washington Nationals Bring Fido out to a baseball game! Dog-friendly games are held on select dates throughout the season, so make sure to check the website's schedule to catch a game. Special ticket buyers and their dogs will be invited to participate in a postgame parade on the warning track. All proceeds from the dog ticket sales will be donated to the Humane Rescue Alliance. See Details