Dog Events in Wildwood, NJ

Bring Fido to a party just for pups and pup-parents! Have a good time with your best furry one, and meet new friends both two- and four-legged. There will be free snacks, soft drinks, and treats from a sponsoring pet food manufacturer. Head to this double-gated dog park plenty of fun! You're welcome to BYOB.

Enroll Fido in the 1-mile walk or the 5K race! This fun-filled fall event features over 100 vendors, delicious food trucks, raffle baskets, a dog agility course, costume contests, and pup cups from a partial dog menu. And don’t forget—it’s howloween, so costumes are highly encouraged for both humans and pups. The 5K begins at 9 AM, and the one-mile walk starts at 11:00 AM.

This Halloween celebration at the winery features wine and candy pairings, costume specials, Halloween-themed wine and trivia, and more. Fido is welcome to join the Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade on Sunday, where pups in costume can strut through the vineyard and compete for prizes!

This gathering brings Newfoundland dogs and their people together at a brewery beer garden for a chance to socialize and connect with fellow Newfie lovers. Guests can choose from two meeting times, including a group stroll for the morning session. Advance registration is required, and attendees must RSVP with the number of dogs due to limited space. There will be a "Day After... Halloween" Costume Contest. Two lucky pups in costume will be chosen for some free goods!

Leashed pups are welcome at this popular festival, featuring fresh apples, apple-themed treats, live entertainment, seasonal food and drinks, children's activities, and shopping throughout Peddler's Village.

A three-day festival celebrating Eastern Shore wildlife art, conservation, and outdoor traditions with exhibitions, demonstrations, and family activities across downtown Easton. Bring your well-behaved furry friends to the Bay Street Ponds, Sportsman's Pavilion, enter them in the Dock Dogs Competition, Grounds of the VFW, Beer Wetlands and Featured Yappy Hour event, and throughout downtown. Dogs aren't permitted on busses or allowed in any venue that's a community partner with (for example, the High School venue of Buy, Sell, Swap or Artifacts).

Enjoy a tail-wagging evening of Thanksgiving-themed fun featuring turkey-based dog food and treats, complimentary snacks for pet parents, and a paw-print painting station where dogs and their people can create a special holiday keepsake.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual festival where guests can enjoy live music and dance performances before Santa and Mrs. Claus light up more than one million holiday lights throughout the Village! Guests can also browse unique shops, some of which welcome pups inside.

Bring Fido to this special night during Christmas in Ridgely Winterfest of Lights for a chance to visit Santa and receive a photo just in time for your holiday card. Proceeds will support the Caroline County Humane Society.

Stop by the Saturday after Thanksgiving with your furry friend to enjoy food, live entertainment, costume prizes, a dog zone and more! Please note that Fido isn't permitted in the ocean, and you must have a designated registrant hold your dog while you plunge.

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.

SAVE Animal Shelter hosts its annual pet photos with Santa event, featuring professional photography, coffee, cocoa, treats, and holiday caroling. Visitors can capture festive memories with their pets while supporting the shelter’s animals. Pets must be leashed or inside a carrier.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual holiday parade hosted by the Ridgely Lions Club, in conjunction with Christmas in Ridgely Winterfest of Lights</b! Line-up begins at 6:15 PM at the Martin Sutton Park 4th Street Parking Lot, and the parade will travel along a festively decorated Central Avenue. Santa will be at the train station after the parade for visits!

Enjoy this annual boat parade along the C&D Canal, traveling from its western entrance into Chesapeake City. Spectators can watch from scenic waterfront locations and stroll by the participating boats as they dock overnight at Chesapeake Inn and the town docks, keeping the celebration going along the canal and basin.

A community holiday parade that invites residents to bring well‑behaved, leashed dogs to watch. The city asks that all dogs be leashed and under control during the event and provides a family-friendly, community atmosphere.

Bring your furry friends, big or small, and watch them strike adorable poses with Santa! Pet Photos will be located in the Lower-Level QB Court. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this special outing at the Fitzwater Station, where there will be vendors, bonfires and s'mores. Bring your camera for holiday photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus.

Celebrate the holiday season with your leashed pup at this fun event featuring parades, live entertainment, family activities, holiday food and drink specials, and more. Guests can shop from specialty stores, enjoy the Village's million-light holiday display after dark, and experience a full weekend of seasonal fun.

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 8:30 AM and the race begins at 10 AM.

Bring Fido to meet Jolly Old Saint Nick on select weekends and receive a photo for your holiday card! Please note making a reservation before the event is highly encouraged, although walk-ins are welcome. The last day, December 13 is reserved for Aussie's.