Dog Events in Texas

When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Texas who are as crazy about their pets as you, there’s no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. Attend any of the dog shows, agility competitions, costume parades, festivals or fundraisers in Texas on our Dog Events Calendar and you’ll meet hundreds, maybe even thousands, of dog lovers. And since 70% of the events listed benefit humane societies, attending one is a great way to help homeless pets too.

Nov 1

Trails Fur Tails 5K

San Antonio, TX

Trails Fur Tails 5K

This dog-friendly 5K welcomes participants to run, walk, or stroll with their leashed canine companions. Designed for all fitness levels, the family-friendly event offers a fun way to get active with your pup while supporting a good cause.

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Sep 4–Nov 6

Yappy Hour Series at Market Square Park

Houston, TX

Yappy Hour Series at Market Square Park

Bring your pup to a tail-wagging event, where furry friends and their humans can enjoy music, treats, and fun giveaways! Snag free goodies like treats and pup cups, and participate in rotating monthly activities.

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Nov 6

Sip & Stroll at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Houston, TX

Sip & Stroll at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Enjoy a relaxed, adults-only evening in nature with an accessible sunset stroll through scenic arboretum trails. Dogs must be leashed and restrained to trails during their visit. This curated experience features a short, easy-to-navigate route, and includes two glasses of wine or beer, and tasty happy hour treats.

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Nov 7

Blue Ostrich Wine Run Turkey Trot 5K

Saint Jo, TX

Blue Ostrich Wine Run Turkey Trot 5K

Gobble your way through scenic vineyards, where each mile is paired with a sip of something delicious. Fido is welcome to join you at this race, but please note that dogs must remain leashed and aren't permitted inside winery buildings.

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Oct 3 & Nov 7

The Boho Market at TUPPS Brewery

McKinney, TX

The Boho Market at TUPPS Brewery

On the third Saturday of each month this spring, leashed dogs are welcome at this outdoor market featuring live music, a variety of local vendors, and access to TUPPS Brewery's on-site food hall and craft beers.

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Nov 7

Kirby Ice House Corgi Races

The Woodlands, TX

Kirby Ice House Corgi Races

This 21+ event invites Corgi owners to register their Corgi for a series of races. Participants must submit a registration form and current vaccination records, and all owners are required to sign a waiver. The event features a bracket-style race format, with each Corgi needing two handlers for the start and finish lines. The event is exclusively for Corgi breed dogs.

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Nov 7

Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Hollywood Feed

Plano, TX

Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Hollywood Feed

Enjoy a festive holiday fundraiser with your family and Fido, featuring photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, local vendors, food, samples, pup cups, a treat-tasting table, coupons, and giveaways. Donate any bag of dog or cat food to Minnie’s Food Pantry to receive a holiday photo. Additional donations of household essentials, canned goods, cereal, pasta, cleaning supplies, and kitchen utensils are also welcome.

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Nov 8

The Vineyard at Florence Wine Run Turkey Trot 5k

Florence, TX

The Vineyard at Florence Wine Run Turkey Trot 5k

Gobble your way through scenic vineyards, where each mile is paired with a sip of something delicious. Fido is welcome to join you at this race to spice up your weekend. Please note that dogs aren't permitted inside any buildings.

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Nov 14

Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo

Austin, TX

Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo

Heralded as “The Doggiest Day in Austin,” is a beloved annual festival unites dogs and their humans in a festive celebration. The event offers a dynamic mix of activities like Sniffari adventures, mini-agility courses, costume contests, live music, vendors, photo ops, and VIP experiences. The walk holds multiple Guinness World Records for feats like “Most Dogs Walked,” “Largest Fur Ball,” and “Largest Cake for Dogs,” while raising funds to power Service Dogs, Inc.

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Nov 14

Gulf Coast Humane Society Pawfest

Corpus Christi, TX

Gulf Coast Humane Society Pawfest

This fun festival will feature live music and entertainment, Wiener Dog Races, local vendors and artisans, food trucks, adoptable pets, and more!

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Nov 14

Woofstock

Jefferson, TX

Woofstock

A fun and exciting day out for Fido featuring live acoustic music, a pet parade and pup crawl, dog contests, lawn games, a silent auction, and adoptable dogs and cats in beautiful historic Jefferson!

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Mar 20, Apr 17, May 15, Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20

Yappy Hour Series at Trebly Park

Houston, TX

Yappy Hour Series at Trebly Park

Bring your pup to a tail-wagging event, where furry friends and their humans can enjoy music, treats, and fun giveaways! Snag free goodies like bandanas, treats, and waste bags, and participate in rotating monthly activities.

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Jan 24–Nov 21, select

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Needville, TX

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Bring your pup to 40 Acre Lake for a trail adventure with a ranger! Learn to bag waste, always leash up, respect wildlife and know where to go for Fido to become a B.A.R.K. Ranger. Meet at the restrooms for a fun hike. Bring water, weather-appropriate clothing, hat, shoes, insect repellent and sunscreen.

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Saturdays, Jul–Nov

Splash Saturday at DogJoy

Pflugerville, TX

Splash Saturday at DogJoy

Dogs can enjoy a dedicated splash pool every Saturday, rain or shine, with beach entry, a splash pad, island, and gradual depth for pups of all sizes. Guests can also explore additional play yards and pasture areas. Dogs must have current vaccinations and a recent clean fecal exam to participate.

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Nov 21–22

Big Top Shopping Festival

Conroe, TX

Big Top Shopping Festival

Ring in the holiday season at this downtown market! Your leashed pup is welcome to join you in exploring the wide range of local small-business vendors, featuring boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, gourmet food, art, furniture, yard decorations, holiday games and much more! Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but please remember to bring your own water and pick up after your pup.

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4th Sundays

The Boho Market at Klyde Warren Park

Dallas, TX

The Boho Market at Klyde Warren Park

On the fourth Sunday of each month, bring Fido to this boho market located in the heart of Dallas! You and your pup can spend the day outside, walking and shopping from a variety of unique, one-of-a-kind local vendors. Bring water and keep your pup leashed.

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Nov 26

San Antonio Food Bank Turkey Trot 5K

San Antonio, TX

San Antonio Food Bank Turkey Trot 5K

Bring Fido to this annual run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. This family and pet-friendly event is one of the few races through downtown and the Historic King William Neighborhood. Every registration provides a turkey for a family facing hunger this holiday season. This event is held rain or shine unless the weather is severe. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

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Nov 26

Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

Dallas, TX

Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

Bring Fido to one of the largest multi-event races in the country on Thanksgiving morning. Well-socialized dogs are welcome at the 5k and 8-mile Trot! The first 750 dogs to cross the 5k finish line will win a medal! Dogs won't be permitted in the Timed Runner Corral. All dogs must be on an appropriate leash at all times. Fixed length/static leashes no longer than 3 feet should be used to prevent a hazard to other participants. The Roost VIP Area, Family Zone, and Sponsor Row open at 7 AM.

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Nov 26

Fast & Furriest Turkey Trot

Sunnyvale, TX

Fast & Furriest Turkey Trot

All furry friends and endurance levels are welcome to enroll in this 5K or 1-mile fun run race. Your registration fee includes an event t-shirt if you register by November 2nd.

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Nov 26

Annual Bulverde Turkey Trot

Bulverde, TX

Annual Bulverde Turkey Trot

Leash up your pup and grab your sneakers for the annual 5k and kids' family fun run. The event will have a costume contest, finisher medals, aged-based awards, free pie and more.

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