Dog Events in Georgia (US)

Leashed dogs are welcome at this unique, untimed fun run taking place at the Project Chimps sanctuary! Participants will walk, jog or run along the scenic, hilly course that winds through the 230-acre property, offering glimpses of retired research chimpanzees in their forested habitats. This event provides a rare opportunity to visit the sanctuary, which is not typically open to the public, while supporting the care of over 80 rescued chimps. Along the way, attendees can enjoy interactive educational stations, learn about chimp conservation, and take part in fun, family-friendly activities. The race is designed to be inclusive for all fitness levels, with no pressure to complete it within a set time. Registration includes a commemorative T-shirt, and participants are encouraged to fundraise to further support Project Chimps' mission. The event is rain or shine.

Celebrate Oktoberfest with Fido Bavarian-style with festive brews, food and fun! Guests can enjoy beer and German-inspired food, live music, Oktoberfest games, and more. Lederhosen and dirndls encouraged!

Save the date to bring Fido out for a swim with his fellow fury friends. This event will be divided into sessions over the two days, so be sure to get tickets for the session that works best for you in advance. Please see their website for entry times and rules.

Weather permitting, gather for the blessing on the Brenau lawn. Pets of all shapes and sizes are welcome with their owners of all faiths to participate in the service; however, appropriate restraint should be provided for all animals. Those who attend are invited to bring a donation for the Humane Society. In the event of rain, simply drive through Grace Church's covered driveway along Boulevard to receive a blessing!

Bring Fido for a special blessing at this annual event. There will be live music, a food truck, photos, pet treats and more. Donations will be accepted for the humane society.

Celebrate fall with your leashed pup at this annual community festival featuring live music, entertainment, local vendors, arts and crafts, a parade, food, and family-friendly activities. Guests can explore downtown Hoschton while shopping for unique finds, enjoying festival food, and taking in the seasonal festivities.

If you have a Wiener or almost Wiener dog, you cannot miss this annual event! All Dachshunds will be grouped by weight and must be less than 25 lbs to participate. In addition to racing, there will be other activities like a Doggy Parade and Costume Contest! Dachshund-mix dogs may race in special “Almost Wiener” heat, but are ineligible for the grand prize trophy run. Other breeds are ineligible to race, but are welcome to come cheer on their fur friends! Registered dogs need to check in at the registration desk between 9 AM – 10:45 AM.

Celebrate all things dogs at this pet-friendly festival featuring local vendors, rescue organizations, dog-friendly activities, live entertainment, food, and fun for the whole family. Guests can bring their pups to socialize, explore pet-related products and services, and enjoy a day celebrating the local dog-loving community.

This community festival features a chili cook-off, People’s Choice chili tasting, craft beer, live music, a curated vendor market and a cornhole tournament. Attendees can bring their leashed dogs, sample competing chili recipes, shop local vendors, and enjoy live entertainment!

This dog-friendly hiking event partners with Rabun Paws 4 Life to give participants the chance to meet adoptable dogs and take them for an adventure along the North Rim Trail. Guests can enjoy a scenic hike with a new furry friend, and same-day adoption is available for those who find their perfect hiking buddy.

Gather your Krew of buccaneers for this annual event! Entertainment throughout the weekend includes live music, pirate performances, a parade and a few surprises in between. Dogs must be leashed at all times within festival grounds. Pets aren't permitted on the beach.

This festive celebration brings Bavarian flair to the Savannah riverfront with live music performances, dog-friendly activities like the famous Savannah Wiener Dog Races, and spirited contests such as pretzel tosses, pretzel fishing, and stein-holding challenges. Festive favorites including giant pretzels, bratwursts, and seasonal beers are complemented by themed games and plenty of lederhosen-worthy fun in a family-friendly atmosphere.

This popular fall arts festival welcomes leashed dogs as you browse a wide range of handmade works from talented local and regional artisans, featuring everything from pottery and woodwork to glass, metal, and fine art. There will also be food vendors on site.

Leashed dogs are invited to this annual event featuring a pumpkin patch, food trucks, ice cream, cider, popcorn, costume contests, bounce houses, and adoption specials on dogs and cats.

This dog-friendly fall festival features live music, local food trucks, face and pumpkin painting, gardening crafts, bounce houses and free family activities. Guests can also explore a neighborhood scarecrow showcase featuring creative displays from local businesses and families, with prizes awarded to standout creations.

Runners and their pups will take on wide, easy-to-navigate trails featuring rolling, flowy terrain for the first three miles, followed by a one-mile climb back to the finish. Traditional leashes and canicross setups are welcome, but please note flexi-leashes or face collars are not permitted. Fido can join the 4-mile dog-friendly race, or watch from the sidelines as the regular 4-mile race begins 30 minutes later.

Enter your pup in the dog costume contest and compete in categories like Large Dog, Small Dog, Judges Favorite, and Crowd Favorite for a chance to win prizes. Don’t miss the hilarious dog pie eating contest, followed by a 50/50 raffle to support local homeless pets at the Bryan Animal League.

Your leashed canine companion is invited for a fun outing. The event will feature live music, raffles, pet contests, vendors, food, pet adoptions and much more!

Celebrate the season at this free, family-friendly fall festival featuring kids' and dogs' costume contests, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a live DJ, local vendors, and trick-or-treating. Guests can bring their four-legged friends along for an evening of autumn fun and festivities in downtown Fayetteville.

Celebrate Halloween with your pup at a festive fundraiser benefiting LifeLine Animal Project. This family-friendly event welcomes runners, walkers and their dogs for a morning of costumes, community and seasonal fun. Whether you're participating in the race or simply showing off your pup's Halloween costume, it's a great way to support local shelter pets while enjoying a spooktacular day together.