Dog Events in Pittsburg, KS

Philbrook Museum of Art opens its gardens for leashed dogs to stroll, sniff, and relax with their owners during this program held the third Sunday of each month! Enjoy a full day in the gardens, bring a water bowl, and follow simple rules that keep the experience safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone.

Spend a fall weekend camping along the Illinois River with live music, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed community atmosphere. This annual gathering features three nights of performances from regional artists, primitive camping, river activities, and plenty of opportunities to unwind with friends and family. Kids and leashed dogs can join their parents for the weekend.

Your leashed furry friend is welcome to join you at this monthly block party that features vendors, food and beverages, live music, activities and more! The festival's theme changes monthly, so watch their website for more information.

An annual, family-friendly racing fundraiser hosted by the Bella Vista Animal Shelter that features Dachshund and Corgi races, costume contests, K9 demonstrations, and vendor raffles. Attendees are invited to bring their dogs to participate or spectate while supporting the shelter’s programs.

Celebrate one year with NWA School for Dogs! Bring your well-mannered pups for an afternoon of live music, carnival games, food, treats and more.

This dog-friendly 5K fundraiser welcomes friendly, people-loving pups to join their owners for a fall run or walk. Proceeds benefit the Lantz Tucker Memorial Fund, which provides urgent, lifesaving veterinary care for pets whose families need financial assistance. Dogs can be registered separately and receive a doggie T-shirt.

This free, two-day arts and crafts fair brings exceptional regional artists to a lively downtown setting in October. Enjoy fine art, live entertainment, local food and drink, curated shopping, and family-friendly activities. Pets are welcome but must be leashed and under control—please use your best judgment in crowds and bring waste bags to clean up after them.

A two-day dog expo filled with fun and unforgettable memories! Experience shopping, engaging demos, and a mega adoption event where you can find your new furry friend. Bring your dog along and enjoy a weekend dedicated to celebrating the special bond you share.

On select Sundays, you can bring Fido to explore the 175 acres of the gardens! To ensure safety, your furry friend must have current vaccinations and remain on a leash (retractable leashes are not allowed). In addition, owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pup.

This fun celebration invites you and Fido to enjoy holiday snacks, cheerful mocktails, a pet and human costume contest, a silent auction, and festive booths with music and more.

This annual fall festival features fun activities, including one of Missouri’s largest costume parades for pets and people, live entertainment, food vendors, games, and a vibrant vendor market. The event is rain or shine, embraces a festive autumn spirit, and nearly all proceeds support local nonprofits serving animals and children in foster care.

Bring Fido dressed in his best costume for this ever-popular Halloween costume contest for a chance at prizes! Treats will be available.

Mark your calendars for ghoulish good treats, silly and spooky vibes and the always popular costume contest!

All registered racing Wiener dogs are welcome the Sunday only of Oktoberfest to zip, zag, and run to the finish line! Your Dachshund will be given a numbered hot dog bun costume and run 150 feet from one end of the Dash to the other. Dogs will run in heats of five to six pups. Wieners (winners) receive prizes! Pre-registration is required.

Bring Fido with you to explore 300 local artisans, creators, and craftspeople, featuring handmade goods from people living and working in Northwest Arkansas. Enjoy 14 local coffee and food trucks, plus a dedicated kids’ activities and vendor area.

Bring Fido out for a morning field with other furry friends, fresh air and fundraising fun. There'll be merchandise for purchase, raffles, water stations, a bake sale and sponsorship booths.

On these select days, leashed pups are welcome to stroll, sniff, and explore the beautiful garden grounds alongside their humans. It's a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors together in a peaceful, scenic setting. Dogs must be on a non-retractable leash, with a limit of two dogs per household, and owners are expected to clean up after their pets.

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 AM.

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 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 pup is kept on a leash. Check-in starts at 7:30 AM and the race begins at 9:00 AM.