Dog-Friendly Events
Discover meetups, festivals, yappy hours, and more happening near you.
Wigglefest
Minnesota Boxer Rescue is happy to host another year of Wigglefest in South Saint Paul. All are welcome to join in the fun of this event that includes vendors, food trucks, nail trims and microchip clinic, SSP Police and Fire representatives, raffles, an online auction, and much more. All animals, people, ages are welcome to join in the fun! More information and a schedule of events to come. For more information on becoming a vendor, sponsor, volunteer, or attendee, please reach out to [email protected] or check out our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1942201429745078/
Pups on the Patio: Patio Etiquette Class for Dogs
One-hour patio etiquette class led by certified PUPS trainers along the Chicago Riverwalk. Reinforce basic commands, build focus, and practice real-world patio manners in a secure outdoor space.
Adoption Event @ Spikes & Houles Stillwater (Healing Hearts)
Healing Hearts Rescue brings adoptable dogs and puppies to Spikes & Houles Feed, Seed & Pet Supply in Stillwater. Come meet your newest family member.
Brews for Rescues: Make Your Pet a Star!
Celebrate One Tail at a Time's first-ever rescue-pet photo voting contest at Solemn Oath's Logan Square taproom. Beer, brews, and a chance to make your rescue pet a star — all to benefit Chicago rescue dogs.
Doggie Pawlooza
Come, sit, stay…and celebrate DOGS OF ALL KINDS! Event features: • Individual blessings of the dogs • Doggie and people games and activities • Pet adoption, training, grooming and veterinary information • Doggie kissing booth / photo area • Free prize drawings, dog treats and bandanas, and temporary tattoos • 6:30 p.m. – Doggie parade with random awards • Pizza Karma Food Truck All dogs and their humans are welcome. Enjoy an evening in the great outdoors with plenty of space for you and your canine companion to play and roam.
Good Dogs of Gotham: The Working Dogs Who Built New York
NYC's Secrets & Lies is a game show about secret NYC history. 4 storytellers spin incredible tales about NYC’s history. 3 are telling true stories and 1 is telling a lie. Audience members who correctly spot the lie, go into a drawing to win a great prize. On Thursday, June 18th at 6:30 PM, we are producing a special edition at the AKC Museum of the Dog in NYC called Good Dogs of Gotham: The Working Dogs Who Built New York. Tickets are $20 and include: • Our show • Full after-hours access to the museum galleries • A complimentary snack bar with sweet and salty treats • The chance to win tickets to Meet the Breeds!
Healing Hearts Rescue at White Bear Lake Marketfest
Healing Hearts Rescue brings adoptable dogs and puppies to White Bear Lake Marketfest, a Thursday-night summer festival in downtown White Bear Lake featuring live music on two stages, food vendors, kids' activities, and around 200 street vendors. Stop by the Healing Hearts booth to meet adoptable pups.
Small Dog Hangout at Brew Park Plymouth (June 20)
Brew Park Plymouth's indoor off-leash dog park opens early for the Small Dog Hangout — a low-key morning romp reserved for little dogs to play off-leash while owners grab coffee or a drink at the full bar. Saturday 9:30–11 AM.
Adoption Event @ Chuck & Don's in Edina (Healing Hearts)
Healing Hearts Rescue sets up at Chuck & Don's in Edina with adoptable dogs and puppies looking for homes. Stop in to meet a future family member. Saturday 11 AM–1 PM.
Ruff Start Rescue at Purrride at Insight Brewing
Ruff Start Rescue joins Purrride at Insight Brewing for an afternoon of adoptable dogs, drinks, and good company. Saturday 1–6 PM.
Great Dane Breed Night at Unleashed Hounds and Hops
Great Dane Breed Night at Unleashed Hounds and Hops — Danes and their humans take over the off-leash taproom floor. Bring your Dane to spin the prize wheel; all dogs are welcome. Wednesday 4–9 PM.
Goldzilla
RAGOM’s annual Fun Fair and Walk for Rescue—and one of the BIGGEST Golden Retriever events in America! All money raised supports our mission of rescuing and rehoming Golden Retrievers and Golden mixes of all ages.