Dog Events in Salt Spring Island, BC

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

Jun 13

Anacortes Bark in the Park

Anacortes, WA

Anacortes Bark in the Park This annual event features dog demos, silly dog contests, and lots of dog-friendly vendors! There will also be Mexican and ice cream food trucks to snag a bite from. Dogs should be leashed and well-behaved. See Details

Apr 11, May 9, Jun 13

Pibble Parade & Packwalk

Seattle, WA

Pibble Parade & Packwalk Join fellow dog lovers for a community pack walk for bully breeds and their canine companions of all kinds! Visitors are welcome to enjoy a morning of connection, training and a scenic walk. See Details

Jun 13

Paws & Pints at Double Bluff Brewing Company

Langley, WA

Paws & Pints at Double Bluff Brewing Company Well-behaved, leashed furry friends are invited to dress up and participate in a dog show! There'll be prizes, a special pup brew and a portion of pint sales donated to Whidbey Animals' Improvement Foundation (WAIF). See Details

Jun 13

Pup Picnic at Taves Estate Cidery

Abbotsford, BC

Pup Picnic at Taves Estate Cidery Bring your favorite furry friend for a day packed with tail-wagging fun. Your ticket includes a cute dog toy for your pup to pick out, plus a special flight just for them filled with dog treats. Don’t worry, you’ll get to enjoy a tasty hard or soft cider flight, too! See Details

Jun 13

Pups & Palettes- Paint Your Pup for a Cause at Coby's Cafe

Seattle, WA

Pups & Palettes- Paint Your Pup for a Cause at Coby's Cafe Create a one-of-a-kind portrait of your pet during this guided painting workshop that welcomes artists of all skill levels. Each participant will receive a pre-sketched canvas based on submitted pet photos and be guided through adding colorful details and creative designs to personalize their artwork. Admission includes one dog and one additional guest, and attendees are encouraged to bring a second person to help supervise their pet during the class. First-time canine visitors must be pre-registered with the venue. See Details

Jun 12–14

Brass Screw Consortium

Port Townsend, WA

Brass Screw Consortium Leashed dogs are welcome at this immersive steampunk festival in historic Port Townsend. Stroll the streets of one of only three Victorian seaports on the National Register as the town fills with imaginative costumes, art, music and whimsical inventions celebrating a world that never was. See Details

Jun 20

Squatcharoo

Monroe, WA

Squatcharoo A high-energy summer festival featuring a full day of live bands, patio games, and a special themed food and drink menu. Guests can relax in the beer garden with craft beer and cocktails while enjoying cornhole, ramps, and pop darts throughout the day. The event also includes appearances from Fred the Squatch and a fun, wilderness-inspired atmosphere perfect for all ages. Dogs are only allowed on the patio and beer garden. See Details

Jun 20–21

Fremont Fair

Seattle, WA

Fremont Fair Bring Fido to this annual event that draws more than 100,000 people to shop, eat, drink, mingle, groove, and enjoy all manners of creative expression. There will be a crafts marker, local art on display, the famous Fremont Solstice Parade and Sunday's Dog Parade, live music, a beer garden, and so much more. Please ensure your pup does well in crowds and remains on a leash. See Details

Jun 21

Fremont Fair Sunday Dog Parade

Seattle, WA

Fremont Fair Sunday Dog Parade Enroll your pup in the parade that excepts all shapes and sizes! The Fremont Fair is pet-friendly all weekend, but Sunday is Fido's time to shine! Please make sure your dogs are well-mannered and leashed. It may be best to carry small dogs in crowds. Registration takes place at the JustFoodForDogs Dog Parade tent from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM. See Details

Jun 27

Pug Summer Pool Party & Swimsuit Contest

Bellevue, WA

Pug Summer Pool Party & Swimsuit Contest Cool off at a fun-filled summer pool party designed just for Pugs! Guests can enjoy splash zones, poolside socializing, themed photo opportunities, and a playful swimsuit contest showcasing pups in their best summer looks. See Details

Jul 11

Old Dog Haven's Pups on Parade - North

Shoreline, WA

Old Dog Haven's Pups on Parade - North Old Dog Haven’s Pups on Parade is an annual, dog-centered fundraiser that celebrates senior dogs and raises support for the organization’s permanent-foster program. The event includes vendor booths, contests, and community activities designed for people and their dogs to attend together. See Details

Jul 10–12

Ballard SeafoodFest

Seattle, WA

Ballard SeafoodFest Since 1974, this annual summer festival has been a hit among residents and tourists alike! Well-behaved, leashed pets are invited to join their owners at this neighborhood-wide festival, which features live music, delicious eats, a vendor market and more. Please note that dogs aren't permitted in the beer garden. Festival hours are Friday from 5 PM until 10 PM, Saturday from 11 AM until 10 PM, and on Sunday from 11 AM until 8 PM. See Details

Jul 17–19

Sequim Lavender Festival

Sequim, WA

Sequim Lavender Festival Bring Fido to this lavender-themed festival to enjoy over 150 vendors highlighting Northwest crafts and eclectic food. There will also be live music, a beer garden, farm tours and more. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you. See Details

Jul 17–19

Victor’s Lavender Festival

Sequim, WA

Victor’s Lavender Festival Leashed pups are welcome to join you for this festival at one of Sequim’s oldest and most important lavender locations. The festival includes U-Cut lavender bundles, lavender products, food and beverages, live music and more. There will also be free workshops on lavender uses and care. See Details

Jul 19

Because They Matter

Vancouver, BC

Because They Matter Because They Matter is an annual fundraising and outreach event hosted by the Vancouver Humane Society that brings together animal lovers and community volunteers to support pets and their guardians in need. The event focuses on raising funds for life-saving veterinary care through the VHS’s McVitie Fund and also includes an outreach walk through Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside where participants distribute essential pet supplies such as treats, leashes, harnesses, and blankets while sharing information about accessing veterinary assistance and other support services. See Details

Jul 19

Seattle Indies Summer Picnic

Seattle, WA

Seattle Indies Summer Picnic Join a relaxed community picnic in the park featuring grilled food, snacks, and potluck-style dishes, along with lawn games like bocce, cornhole, and badminton. Owners and their pets can spend the day socializing outdoors with friends, family, and fellow attendees. See Details

Jul 8–29

Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concerts

Woodinville, WA

Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concerts Bring Fido along to these free, weekly summer concerts in the park! Guests can enjoy bands playing fun music for all ages, an array of foods and sweets from food trucks, and a wine and beer garden with wines from premiere Woodinville Wine Country wineries and craft beers from local breweries. See Details

Jul 10–31

Music in the Park

Monroe, WA

Music in the Park Join the Monroe Chamber of Commerce and the City of Monroe for this family- and dog-friendly summer concert series on select Friday evenings in July! Food trucks and the beer garden open at 6 PM and live music starts at 7 PM. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and dancing shoes for a fun-filled evening under the summer sky. See Details

Jul 8–Aug 12

BECU Outdoor Movies at Marymoor Park

Redmond, WA

BECU Outdoor Movies at Marymoor Park Each week, bring Fido along to this beloved outdoor movie series featuring big-screen films under the stars, along with food trucks and pre-show entertainment. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. See Details

Apr 1–Aug 12

Hartman Park Pop‑Up Dog Park

Redmond, WA

Hartman Park Pop‑Up Dog Park A temporary, fenced off‑leash pop‑up dog park installed by the City of Redmond that gives local dogs and owners a safe place to exercise and socialize. The pop‑up will run during the spring/summer 2026 season and be maintained by City of Redmond Parks & Recreation. See Details