Dog Events Near Connemara, Flat Rock, NC, US

Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor area at this festival! This dog-friendly Oktoberfest block party features an artisan market, German beer, delicious food, live music and a Stein Hoisting Championship. Guests can browse local makers, enjoy performances throughout the day and celebrate with plenty of festive food and drinks.

This dog-friendly Oktoberfest-style event features local pet vendors, a stein-holding contest, a best-dressed lederhosen contest, plus German-inspired food and beer. Guests can enjoy festive activities while supporting Blue Ridge Humane Society.

The public is invited to bring their pets to be blessed by First Congregational Church. Water and treats for the pets will be provided. Donations will be collected for Blue Ridge Humane Society and Charlie's Angels Animal Rescue.

Bring Fido out for a morning filled with delicious food, unique displays, and handcrafted items from local artisans. Whether you’re a resident or visiting, this event offers the perfect chance to enjoy the autumn atmosphere while supporting small businesses. With the Black Bear Half Marathon & 8K taking place at the same time, there’s plenty of foot traffic to explore, making it a rain-or-shine celebration of community and fall fun.

Leashed dogs are welcome along to this calming workshop where participants will explore stress-reducing techniques and guided drawing prompts designed to encourage creative flow and self-expression, with no prior art experience necessary. Featuring locally made crafts and details about real estate in the mountains.

Leashed dogs are welcome outside and inside the Trailside Brewing area at this Halloween celebration! Guests can shop from 35+ local artisans, makers and small businesses, join in a spooky scavenger hunt, and participate in the costume contest.

Come costumed with your pup to this spooktacular night with Steve Weams and The Ghouls, playing crowd favorites and Halloween-themed tunes! Enjoy specialty cocktails, compete in a costume contest for prizes, and dance the night away in your best spooky attire.

Community organizations and local businesses line Main Street with treat booths, some with dog treats(!), while a DJ-hosted Monster Mash dance party takes place with a spirited costume contest with categories for pets, children and adults.

This dog-friendly Halloween celebration features pet costume and trick contests, with prizes for the most creative participants. Guests can also take part in a passport crawl, visiting participating businesses to collect stamps, stickers and punches for a chance to win additional prizes.

Take a trot with Fido on Thanksgiving Day through the charming downtown streets! Open to runners, walkers, and even costumed participants and pets. Registration includes a long-sleeve Turkey Trot tee, goody bag, and awards for fastest runners, best costume, and best pet costume.

Bring Fido out to celebrate the start of the holiday season! There will be hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies.

Bring Fido and get ready for the holidays at this German-inspired Christmas market. Complete some holiday shopping from local vendors, drink some Glühwein, listen to live music, and get in the holiday spirit!

Join a community dog walk with your leashed pup the second Sunday of each month! The group will take a leisurely loop around Main Street and ending back at Wag! A Unique Pet Boutique. Pup cups will be available.