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Dog Events in Rio del Mar, CA

Here are the pet friendly events closest to Rio del Mar. 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 World Dog Surfing Championships

Aug 1

World Dog Surfing Championships

World Dog Surfing Championships

Bring Fido down to participate or watch as their pet companions get all four paws wet and wild! Dog surfers and their human pals will receive a VIP gift bag with dog treats, snacks and more. A portion of the proceeds of this event goes to dog-related nonprofits.

Pet Friendly Summer Stack

Aug 1

Summer Stack

Bring Fido to this East Bay art pop-up featuring over 70 vendors. Enjoy a full day of art activities, maker demos, food, and more, along with a live DJ, STEM Maker Space, and free parking. Guests can also take advantage of photo opportunities, caricatures and free family-friendly activities throughout the event.

Jun 13–Aug 1

Pet Portraits at Lake Merritt: Morning Light Session

Pet Portraits at Lake Merritt: Morning Light Session

Celebrate the special bond you share with your dog during a relaxed 20-minute portrait session. Designed to capture genuine moments and natural interactions, each session includes 8–10 professionally edited high-resolution digital photos delivered within 48 hours. Sessions take place during the beautiful morning light, with a convenient meeting location near the boathouse provided after booking.

Aug 5

Locust Street Festival

Walnut Creek, CA

Locust Street Festival

Leashed dogs are welcome at this downtown street festival featuring live music, local food vendors, craft drinks, artisan shopping and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can explore multiple blocks filled with activities, performances and pop-up experiences.

Aug 6

Pups in Parks: Hiking with Hounds at Santa Rosa Creek Trail

Pups in Parks: Hiking with Hounds at Santa Rosa Creek Trail

Learn how to build the ultimate canine hiking companion during this interactive 2- to 3-mile guided hike designed for dogs and their owners. Participants will practice trail etiquette and training techniques in a real outdoor setting while exploring with their pups. Dogs of all ages are welcome, with up to two dogs allowed per person. Attendees are encouraged to bring treats, water, snacks, and weather-appropriate gear for a comfortable outdoor experience. The program is held rain or shine in most conditions, and registration is required. Parking fees apply but are waived with a Regional Parks membership pass.

Jul 10–Aug 7

Summer Movie Nights at Joybound People & Pets' Pavilion

Walnut Creek, CA

Summer Movie Nights at Joybound People & Pets' Pavilion

Enjoy a family- and dog-friendly outdoor movie night series featuring popular films each Friday! Guests are invited to bring blankets or chairs, along with their family and canine companions, for an evening of entertainment. Concessions, beverages and treats are available for purchase.

Aug 16

Central Bark at Central Park

Central Bark at Central Park

You and your furry friend are invited to participate in a dog contest featuring raffles, music, games, and more. There'll also be food and treats for your four-legged companion.

Aug 29

Bark (and Meow) Around the Block

Bark (and Meow) Around the Block

Join Berkeley Humane for their annual adopt-a-thon and dog-friendly street fair featuring adoptable pets from shelters throughout the Bay Area. The event includes live music, food, a beer garden, pet vendors, and activities for animal lovers of all ages. Guests can meet adoptable pets, connect with local organizations, and support lifesaving animal welfare efforts.

Aug 30

Kapnek Trust USA Fun Run and Carnival

Kapnek Trust USA Fun Run and Carnival

Leash up Fido and join this community event featuring a 5K run and 1K kids’ run/walk, followed by a healthy brunch, live music by the Chinayakare Ensemble, and a festival atmosphere with carnival games, a rock wall, bounce house, arts and crafts, and prizes for top finishers. All participants receive a commemorative T-shirt.

Aug 30

Walk for Paws

Pleasant Hill, CA

Join fellow animal lovers and their pups for a walk supporting Contra Costa Humane Society. Participants can bring their dogs, family, and friends while helping provide support for homeless pets through medical care, foster programs, adoption services, and community assistance. Grab a leash and sneakers for a fun event benefiting animals in need.

Every May 24–Sep 6

Bark in the Park Family Sundays with the Modesto Roadsters

Bark in the Park Family Sundays with the Modesto Roadsters

Modesto Roadsters baseball team invites your furry four legged friends to Sunday home games! Guests are invited to bring their leashed dogs to enjoy the game alongside them, while kids can take to the field and run the bases after the final out. It's one of the most community-driven days on the Roadsters calendar and a great fit for families looking to make the ballpark part of their weekly routine.

Jul 11–Sep 12

Dog Days with the San Francisco Giants

San Francisco, CA

Dog Days with the San Francisco Giants

Take Fido out to the ballgame! Arrive early for the pregame Field Parade with your pup. Please note that both you and your dog must have a special event ticket to participate. Partial proceeds from each ticket will benefit the SF SPCA.

Sep 13

Joybound Around Town on Broadway

Walnut Creek, CA

Joybound Around Town on Broadway

Bring Fido to this beloved annual celebration of the human-animal bond kicks off with a one-mile fundraising pet walk where participants and their furry companions stroll through downtown to raise funds for Joybound’s rescue and community programs. The festivities continue with a vibrant pet wellness festival featuring adoptable animals, pet-related vendors, demonstrations and activities, and the popular Paw-rade Walk and Best-Dressed Pet Contest. The event is free to attend, with registration required only for the pet walk.

Sep 19

Bark In the Park San Jose

Bark In the Park San Jose

This is one of the largest dog festivals in the United States, with more than 6,000 dog lovers and 2,000 dogs. Event highlights include the HSSV Wellness Clinic, the Veterinary Emergency Group TOP DOG Main Stage Contests, including the popular Dog-Costume Contest, Dog/Owner Look-Alike Contest and Tail-Wagging Contest, demonstrations, vendors, delicious food and drink, and the San Jose Water Company Misting Tent.

Sep 20

Blues, Brews & BBQ

Blues, Brews & BBQ

Visitors can enjoy the annual celebration of world-class blues musicians, local craft breweries and smoky BBQ vendors. Headliners include Chris Cain, Terrie Odabi and Aki Kumar Blues Jam. Set in a scenic community park with bay views, the family-friendly festival welcomes well-behaved dogs on a leash, and a dog park is available in lower Washington Park.

Sep 26

Corgi Con

Known as the largest corgi gathering in “Corgifornia” (and possibly the world) this festive event draws thousands of Corgis and their humans for a day full of fun, races, costume contests, group photos, and corgi-themed games and vendors.

First monthly Apr–Oct

Market Street Pack Walk

San Francisco, CA

Market Street Pack Walk

Leash up your pup and join neighbors, community ambassadors and a local dog trainer to walk Market Street from 8th to 2nd and back! No RSVP needed to attend, but first 50 to RSVP and check-in at the walk receive a $50 Chewy gift card!

Oct 3

Poodle Day

This annual event celebrates Poodle enthusiasts and their canine companions. The day's festivities include a morning parade featuring Poodles, Poodle mixes, and their owners, followed by an afternoon of off-leash play at Carmel Beach. Evening events offer opportunities for socializing, such as cocktail parties and dinners.

Oct 17

DogFest Bay Area

San Francisco, CA

DogFest Bay Area

Enjoy a day packed with delicious food and drinks, live music, entertainment, and engaging activities for both people and pups. Get creative with crafts, meet adorable service dogs and connect with fellow Bay Area pet lovers. Don't miss the highlight of the day - the annual canine costume contest!

Oct 25

Barks & Boos at The Ameswell Hotel

Mountain View, CA

Barks & Boos at The Ameswell Hotel

Dress Fido in his best costume and head over to this spooktacular event with tasty treats, local vendors, and family fun! From 11:00 AM–12:00 PM, enjoy Spooky Fun on the Field, followed by a Pet Parade from 12:00–12:30 PM, and the Costume Contest Winners announced 12:30–1:00 PM.

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