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    Dog Events in Van Wert, OH

    Here are the pet friendly events closest to Van Wert. 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 Dogs in the Zoo at the Kalamazoo Mall
    Sep 12

    Dogs in the Zoo at the Kalamazoo Mall

    Kalamazoo, MI
    Dogs in the Zoo at the Kalamazoo Mall This dog-friendly community event features adoption opportunities, splash pads and doggy pools, pup cups, paw printing and plenty of fun for pets and their people. Guests can also meet local pet-friendly businesses, collect goodies and watch a hot dog eating contest for humans. See Details
    Pet Friendly Doggy Dip at Rolling Hills Water Park
    Sep 12

    Doggy Dip at Rolling Hills Water Park

    Ypsilanti, MI
    Doggy Dip at Rolling Hills Water Park Bring Fido for a dip in the pool before summer comes to an end! Entry times will be based on your pup's size with dogs under 40 lbs welcome from 10 AM until 11 AM or from 12:30 PM until 2:45 PM. Larger dogs over 60 lbs can swim from 11:15 AM until 12:15 PM, or from 12:30 PM until 2:45 PM. Only the dogs will be allowed in the pool, but owners may wade up to their ankles. An adult (18 years of age or above) must accompany their dogs at all times, and there's a limit of two dogs per adult. Registration begins August 1st and is required. See Details
    Sep 12

    Muncie Pride

    Muncie, IN
    Muncie Pride Pride returns to Canan Commons for an afternoon of love, laughter, and community, celebrating diversity and inclusion. Attendees can enjoy live music, fabulous drag performances, local food trucks, sweet treats, vendors, family-friendly activities and colorful photo opportunities. Pets are welcome to join in the fun. See Details
    Sep 13

    Harvest Fest

    Fishers, IN
    Harvest Fest Spend a beautiful Sunday afternoon outdoors with Fido along the Nickel Plate Trail in downtown, hosted by Hamilton County Tourism! This community event features regional artists and artisans, live music, delicious local food, and opportunities to support Fishers-serving nonprofits, all while enjoying a relaxing stroll along the trail. The festival will extend along the Nickel Plate Trail from 116th Street up to Lantern Road, at Hamilton East Public Library. See Details
    Select May 19–Sep 15

    Hens & Hounds with the Toledo Mud Hens

    Toledo, OH
    Hens & Hounds with the Toledo Mud Hens Bring Fido out for a game of ball at this Bark in the Park-style event! The Mud Hens will take the field as the ‘Mud Hounds' for this series of dog-friendly games. There will be designated seating for you to watch the game (Sections 120 and 121) as well as special water stations, mini-pools, and designated restroom areas. Fans with their dogs will enter Fifth Third Field through the Center Field Gate on St. Clair Street. Be sure your pup is on a six ft. (or less) leash and well-mannered. See Details
    Sep 18

    Dog Day Downtown

    Middletown, OH
    Dog Day Downtown Bring Fido out to this annual event featuring adoptable animals, pet-focused businesses and organizations, and of course, celebrating all things dog! Most downtown shops open up to the pups, and they can stop by outside and score free treats and gifts. There will also be live shows, vendors and contests. See Details
    Sep 18

    Fur Ball Gala

    Kalamazoo, MI
    Fur Ball Gala Dogs are welcome to join their owners at this adults-only event (21+) featuring appetizers, a DJ, dancing, a cuddle lounge, photo booth, a raffle and more! See Details
    Sep 20

    Strut 2 Save Lives

    Noblesville, IN
    Strut 2 Save Lives Bring Fido to this heartwarming, family- and dog-friendly one-mile walk honoring organ and tissue donors, including local hero race car driver Bryan Clauson, and raises funds for the Indiana Donor Network Foundation’s Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund. Enjoy walking alongside your pup, engaging local vendors, raffles, and refreshments all to support donor families and celebrate the gift of life. See Details
    Sep 18–20

    Amherstburg Uncommon Festival

    Amherstburg, ON
    Amherstburg Uncommon Festival Leashed dogs are welcome at this vibrant community festival celebrating local creativity, culture and connection. The multi‑day event features artisan markets, unique performances, live music, food trucks, street entertainment, and interactive experiences designed to showcase the best of Amherstburg’s artistic and steampunk cultural scene. See Details
    Sep 20

    Ruck to Remember

    Adrian, MI
    Ruck to Remember Leashed dogs are welcome to join participants on this 2.2-mile ruck/walk supporting suicide prevention and raising awareness of mental health among veterans. The event begins with personal testimonials before participants follow a route through downtown Adrian to Comstock Park and back, concluding with a banner-signing ceremony. See Details
    Sep 26

    GHAM's Dog Days Pet-Palooza

    Greenfield, IN
    GHAM's Dog Days Pet-Palooza Bring Fido out to this annual event featuring low cost rabies vaccines and microchipping, great affordable food, rescue groups, vendors, dog demos, and more! See Details
    Sep 26

    Paws for Hope

    Goshen, IN
    Paws for Hope This Paws for HOPE Dog Fun Show Fundraiser, hosted by Ribbon of Hope, invites 50 registered pups to compete for "Best of" awards. Enjoy vendors with pet products, training tips, a photo booth, food and a special talk on support dogs. Spectators are welcome free; owners must pre-register their dog and present proof of current vaccinations. For the safety of all involved, no "walk ons" will be permitted on the day of the event. See Details
    Sep 26

    Franklin Fall Festival

    Franklin, IN
    Franklin Fall Festival Celebrate the arrival of fall at this community festival featuring a vendor market, food vendors, kids activities, live music, a parade, and a Dachshund Derby! Guests can enjoy a full day of seasonal fun, including a beer and wine garden and performances throughout the evening. See Details
    Sep 27

    Dublin Pet Fair

    Dublin, OH
    Dublin Pet Fair Bring your leashed pup out to this annual event to see the Southern Ohio Flying K9 demos, visit many dog-related vendors to get some great products, and see the rescues and shelters with adoptable pets, too. Food trucks, raffles, and more can also be enjoyed during your visit. Don't miss the Dublin Pet Fair 5K Race happening in the morning! See Details
    Sep 27

    Waggin’ in the Woods

    Elkhart, IN
    Waggin’ in the Woods Bring your leashed pup to this annual event, featuring pet-centric activities, vendors, food trucks and more! A pooch parade will occur at 2:00 PM, with prizes awarded to category winners. Please visit their website for a full list of vendors and recommendations on what to bring as a donation. See Details
    Sep 27

    Dublin Pet Fair 5K Race

    Dublin, OH
    Dublin Pet Fair 5K Race A pet-focused 5K race that takes place during the Dublin Pet Fair aims to raise awareness for animal welfare. The race will start and end at the Dublin Rec Center and will travel through the Indian Run Meadows Park with the turning point at the ML Red Trabue Nature Reserve. Rescue organizations and shelters will bring adoptable pets, and the event will feature pet races, a pet parade, and a veterinary wellness clinic. See Details
    Sep 27

    Pampered Paws Day

    Greenwood, IN
    Pampered Paws Day This dog-friendly event is all about pampering your pup with dog-related vendors, interactive stations, doggie spa services, treats and goodies. Guests can also enter to win a variety of raffle baskets. See Details
    Oct 3

    Findlay Doxie Downs National Dachshund Races

    Findlay, OH
    Findlay Doxie Downs National Dachshund Races This annual event invites your Dachshund out to compete in the race! In addition, there will be other fun activities like a costume contest at 10 AM, a raffle and more. Parking will be available in the swimming pool parking lot. See Details
    Oct 3

    Fall Vintage & Handmade Fest

    Franklin, IN
    Fall Vintage & Handmade Fest Bring Fido along while you shop and browse from 100+ local vendors, enjoy live music and indulge in food trucks! The event is held at two different locations: The DriveHubler.com Amphitheater at Young's Creek Park and the public parking lot on East Jefferson Street (just west of the Franklin College entrance). See Details
    Oct 4

    Interchurch Food Pantry Harvest Walk

    Franklin, IN
    Interchurch Food Pantry Harvest Walk Well-behaved, leashed dogs are invited to join their owners at this annual fundraising event! Two- and four-legged friends can participate in this three-mile, paved route featuring part of the Franklin trail system and Franklin College walkway. The walk begins at 3:30 PM, and attendees are invited to stick around for the concert at 4:15 PM. See Details

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