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Dog Events in Mendota, VA

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

Pet Friendly Annual Bold Rock Birthday Bash

Jun 27

Annual Bold Rock Birthday Bash

Mills River, NC

Annual Bold Rock Birthday Bash

Guests can enjoy signature ciders, birthday cake, live performances, and surprise activities throughout the event. Dogs are welcome both inside and outside the venue. With a lively atmosphere designed for gathering with friends, dancing, and raising a glass, this anniversary party offers a fun and relaxed way to celebrate another year of Bold Rock.

Pet Friendly Dog Days of Dandridge

Jun 27

Dog Days of Dandridge

Dog Days of Dandridge

Guests and their leashed dogs can browse dog-centric vendors, enjoy offerings from local food trucks, and participate in a silent auction featuring donated items and experiences from area businesses. Attendees also have the opportunity to meet adoptable dogs and learn more about rescue efforts through dedicated adoption outreach.

Jun 27

Firefly Festival at Mills River Brewing Co.

Mills River, NC

Firefly Festival at Mills River Brewing Co.

Enjoy a free evening of family-friendly entertainment featuring local vendors, a silent disco, live music, interactive activities for children, and a magical illuminated trail experience. Leashed dogs are welcome inside and outside.

Jul 3–4

Fourth of July Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Fourth of July Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Celebrate Independence Day with Fido at a high-energy, outdoor festival featuring a mix of fitness, live entertainment, and scenic experiences. This two-day event includes activities like a themed 5K trail race, yoga sessions, and live music performances set against a vibrant, riverside backdrop. Guests can enjoy a relaxed, community atmosphere while staying active, with additional highlights like evening entertainment and festive programming.

Jul 2–5

Independence Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Rutherfordton, NC

Independence Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Celebrate Independence Day with a camping weekend full of red, white and woof! Enjoy tasty eats from food trucks, creative paint-and-lick fun for pups, Yappy Hour socials, professional canine photography, doggy ice cream, lure coursing, a patriotic site decorating contest, and a festive beer swap. The celebration continues with a themed dinner option and live Americana folk music. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Jul 11

Annual Coon Dog Day Festival

Annual Coon Dog Day Festival

Don't miss Saluda's Annual Coon Dog Day — a celebration for dogs and their people! Great food, live music, parade, crafts, street dance, and more. The parade starts at 11:00 AM, followed by the Every Dog's A Star Show at 12:30 PM.

Jul 11

Every Dog's a Star Show at the Annual Coon Dog Day Festival

Every Dog's a Star Show at the Annual Coon Dog Day Festival

Bring your pooch for a chance to win a gift basket full of fabulous prizes for you and your furry friend, taking place during Saluda's Annual Coon Dog Day Festival! Register online, or on the day of starting at 12:00 PM at the Ella Grace Stage. Entry fees will be donated to the local humane society. There are five contests: Mirror Image Award: Look-Alike Contest with Dog & Owner, Fashionista Fido: Best Dog Costume, Top Trickster: Best Trick, Tail Wagging Ambassador: Friendliest Dog, and Rescue Champion: Best Rescue Story.

Select May–Jul 2026

Saturday Night Lights at TIEC

Mill Spring, NC

Saturday Night Lights at TIEC

Fido is invited along with you to this signature Saturday evening event series featuring food, fun, live music and more on select Saturdays. Grab dinner, a carnival-style treat, your beverage of choice, and enjoy top show jumping competition under the lights in Tryon Stadium.

Aug 1

Bark & Bolt 5k, 1 Mile, 100m Paw Pursuit & Bark in the Park Dog Fair

Hendersonville, NC

Bark & Bolt 5k, 1 Mile, 100m Paw Pursuit & Bark in the Park Dog Fair

This annual event welcomes both runners and walkers, two to four-legged! Choose from a scenic 5K course, a 1-mile or the Paw Pursuit 100 Meter Dash (a quick sprint where dogs run alongside their owners to demonstrate their speed and agility). Dogs will be divided into three weight classes: Lightweight, Middleweight, and Heavyweight.

Aug 1

Highland Games & Scottish Festival at Mills River Brewing Co.

Mills River, NC

Highland Games & Scottish Festival at Mills River Brewing Co.

Celebrate Scottish heritage at a free community festival featuring sanctioned Highland Games competitions, traditional food and drinks, live music, cultural entertainment, and a variety of vendors. Leashed dogs are welcome inside and outside.

Select dates Jun–Aug

Doggies at the Diamond with the Asheville Tourists

Doggies at the Diamond with the Asheville Tourists

Take Fido out the ballgame! Bring your furry friend to the ballpark tonight to watch Asheville Tourists twice this season: June 3rd and August 12th. Presented by Patton Avenue Pet Company. Gates open at 5:30 PM. Check their website for any last minute schedule changes.

Jun 12, Jul 10, Aug 14

Concerts in the Park at Biltmore Park Town Square

Concerts in the Park at Biltmore Park Town Square

On the second Friday of each month, leashed dogs are welcome at this family-friendly summer concert series featuring live music, interactive games, and activities for kids of all ages. Guests can take part in oversized versions of favorite games such as Connect 4, Tetris, and cornhole. Attendees are encouraged to bring takeout from local restaurants and enjoy dinner outdoors while listening to the music.

Aug 14–15

Meet the Mountains Festival

Johnson City, TN

Meet the Mountains Festival

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual festival that highlights the region’s world-class recreational opportunities. Pets must be kept on a non-retractable leashes no longer than 4'. Female animals in heat won't be permitted. The event features three immersive zones (Air, Water and Earth) where attendees can try activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, fly casting, mountain biking, rock climbing walls, and more, all designed to introduce people to Northeast Tennessee’s outdoor assets and inspire healthy, active lifestyles.

Jun 5–Aug 29, closed

Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

Hendersonville, NC

Bullington Gardens Fairy Trail

Bring Fido, on a leash, to experience Bullington Gardens' Fairy Trail! A wonderful, imagination filled trail with fairy houses and whimsical landscapes along the way. Please ensure children and pets are supervised at all times. Dogs and loud noises can scare the fairies into hiding. The trail is closed on Sundays.

Aug 29

WNC Bigfoot Festival

WNC Bigfoot Festival

Leashed dogs are welcome at this quirky, family‑friendly celebration that embraces the legend of Bigfoot with a mix of fun, entertainment, and local culture. Attendees can enjoy live music, food vendors, craft and merchandise booths, games, and activities for all ages. The festival also features unique Bigfoot‑themed attractions and contests.

Apr 14–Sep 1

Hickory Crawdads Dollar Dog Tuesday

Hickory Crawdads Dollar Dog Tuesday

Enjoy a Bark in the Park event with Fido at Hickory Crawdads home games! During these games vistiors can enjoy hot dogs for $1. The dates for 2026 include April 14, May 5 & 19, June 2, 16 & 23, July 21, August 4 & 18, and September 1.

Sep 5–6

Labor Day Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Labor Day Celebration at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Celebrate the holiday weekend outdoors with Fido at a lively outdoor festival featuring trail races through scenic wooded terrain, a variety of all-level yoga sessions, and ongoing recreational activities. Guests can enjoy live music performances alongside opportunities to stay active and unwind in a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere centered on nature and adventure.

May 23–24, Jun 6–7, Jul 4–5, Aug 1–2, Sep 5–6

Art on the Greene

Art on the Greene

On the first weekend each month, this popular outdoor art show welcomes leashed dogs and brings together a curated selection of local and regional artisans showcasing high-quality, handmade works across a wide range of mediums, including pottery, woodwork, glass, metal, and painting. Guests can browse one-of-a-kind pieces, from fine art to functional crafts, while enjoying food vendors and a relaxed, walkable setting surrounded by shops and restaurants.

Sep 4–7

Labor Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Rutherfordton, NC

Labor Day Weekend at 4 Paws Kingdom

Wrap up summer with a laid-back Labor Day camping weekend filled with great food, outdoor fun and live music. Enjoy food truck favorites, creative paint-and-lick activities for pups, Yappy Hour socials, professional canine photography, doggy ice cream, and exciting lure coursing. You must be a camping guest of the resort to participate. See more lodging information and book your weekend HERE.

Sep 4–7

Labor Day Harvest Festival at Grandad's Apples N' Such

Hendersonville, NC

Labor Day Harvest Festival at Grandad's Apples N' Such

Bring Fido by the farm for some fun on Labor Day weekend! Enjoy four days of festive fall fun celebrating the best of the local harvest and community. Savor fresh-picked apples, cider donuts, and baked goods, grab a bite from food trucks, and shop a variety of small businesses. There will also be live music, a corn maze, playful attractions, and activities for kids.

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