Dog Events in Pisgah Forest, NC

This free, dog-friendly festival celebrates DuPont State Recreational Forest with a variety of outdoor activities for all ages. Guests can enjoy drop-in activities, demonstrations, guided tours and hikes while learning about the forest’s hiking and biking trails, equestrian areas, wildlife and local history from expert volunteers and partner organizations.

This dog-friendly fall festival features hot apple cider, apple cider donuts, pumpkin painting, free hayrides, a corn box for kids and local vendors. Guests can also enjoy $2 off Banana Bread Cider and stick around after dark for an outdoor showing of a Halloween movie.

Leashed dogs are welcome along to this calming workshop where participants will explore stress-reducing techniques and guided drawing prompts designed to encourage creative flow and self-expression, with no prior art experience necessary. Featuring locally made crafts and details about real estate in the mountains.

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.

Leashed dogs are welcome outside and inside the Trailside Brewing area at this Halloween celebration! Guests can shop from 35+ local artisans, makers and small businesses, join in a spooky scavenger hunt, and participate in the costume contest.

This Halloween event features safe trick or treating for families! The event will be held rain or shine.

This dog-friendly Halloween festival features a scavenger hunt, pet-focused vendors, a virtual costume contest and more paw-some activities for dogs and their people.

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.

Your furry friend is invited to dress to impress for their Halloween-themed pet costume party. All pups must be registered before attending, and please note 21+ only.

Bring Fido to the winery for a day of fun and exercise! You and your pup are encouraged to dress up in a costume during the run for a chance at prizes. A glass of wine (for adults 21+), medals, snacks, water and goodie bags are included for all participants.

Come costumed with your pup to this spooktacular night with Steve Weams and The Ghouls, playing crowd favorites and Halloween-themed tunes! Enjoy specialty cocktails, compete in a costume contest for prizes, and dance the night away in your best spooky attire.

Community organizations and local businesses line Main Street with treat booths, some with dog treats(!), while a DJ-hosted Monster Mash dance party takes place with a spirited costume contest with categories for pets, children and adults.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features pet costume and trick contests, with prizes for the most creative participants. Guests can also take part in a passport crawl, visiting participating businesses to collect stamps, stickers and punches for a chance to win additional prizes.

Stroll through a lively holiday market featuring over 35 local artisans, fresh-cut Christmas trees, and warm seasonal treats like hot cocoa and cider. Don’t miss the highlight of the evening, the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 PM, for a magical moment to kick off the season!

Take a trot with Fido on Thanksgiving Day through the charming downtown streets! Open to runners, walkers, and even costumed participants and pets. Registration includes a long-sleeve Turkey Trot tee, goody bag, and awards for fastest runners, best costume, and best pet costume.

Festively dressed pups march from the new Swamp Rabbit Animal Hospital down the trail to Main Street. The fun wraps up at the Gazebo, where Best Dressed judging begins at 5:45 PM with prizes and treats for all participating pets. Enjoy a cheerful, tail-wagging holiday stroll full of adorable outfits, great photo moments, and plenty of community spirit. The event takes place during the Holiday Hop & Christmas Market!

Take a stroll with Fido among festive lights and shop with local artisans, enjoy treats and food from nearby shops, and soak up holiday cheer with family and friends. Don't miss the Jingle Paws Parade at 5 PM that begins at Swamp Rabbit Animal Hospital!

Bring Fido out to celebrate the start of the holiday season! There will be hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies.

Bring Fido and get ready for the holidays at this German-inspired Christmas market. Complete some holiday shopping from local vendors, drink some Glühwein, listen to live music, and get in the holiday spirit!