Dog-Friendly Events
Discover meetups, festivals, yappy hours, and more happening near you.
Howl-O-Ween Extravaganza
Pup Social teams up with Fi for a Howl-O-Ween Extravaganza at their indoor-outdoor dog park in Lincoln Park. Expect costume fun, supervised off-leash play, treats, and spooky-season photo ops for pups and their people. $15/dog for members, $35/dog for non-members.
Sploot Thornton Founding Members Pawty
Celebrate Sploot's Thornton opening at Billy Birch Pub & Yard with free dog photos by Denver Pet Pics, drinks, giveaways, a costume contest, dog ice cream by Oat Paws, and exclusive Founding Member offers.
Run For Paws Halloween Dog Photo Meetup
A free Halloween morning dog meetup in Griffith Park. Bring your pup in costume for a short stroll along the Doggie Run route plus a photo and video session. Limited to 20 dogs; featured costumes get voted on via Instagram.
SF SPCA Mobile Vaccine Clinic – Bayview
The SF SPCA brings its mobile vaccine clinic to the Bayview, offering no-cost preventative veterinary care for dogs and cats — vaccines, microchipping and more — at the Southeast Family Health Center. A great low-barrier resource for local pet owners. First come, first served.
Dog Moms on the Mat
Your dog's new favorite workout! Join The Dog Mom Social Club for an all-level yoga flow class with your best friend, plus wellness vendors, pup cups, a photo booth, food & drinks and wagging tails.
Dog Moms on The Mat
We’re partnering with Dog Mom Social Club for a one‑of‑a‑kind pop‑up experience on October 17, a celebration of movement, connection, and the joy our pups bring into our lives. Gift Bags filled with wellness goodies Food + Refreshments for you and pup‑friendly treats Local Vendors showcasing dog‑friendly and wellness‑aligned products Specialty Yoga Class designed for women and their small dogs Dogs 55 lbs and under WELCOME!! Gentle, playful, and connection‑focused movement This event is perfect for dog moms looking to meet others, enjoy a fun afternoon, and share a unique yoga experience with their furry companions. Register on our website through October 17 pop‑up signup.
Rescue Puppy Yoga Halloween – Highland Tap & Burger
Flow through a yoga session surrounded by costumed rescue puppies, then stay for puppy playtime. Wear your own costume too — all levels welcome, mats and good vibes provided.
Street Dog Hero Heroes on the Run Dog-Friendly 5K
A dog-friendly 5K run/walk through Willamette Park and across the Sellwood Bridge, benefiting Street Dog Hero's rescue and adoption mission. Bring your pup along for the course, then enjoy adoptable dogs on site, food, drinks, and music at the finish line — every participant gets a medal and t-shirt. Registration opens at 7:30am; the walk starts at 9am.
Oktoberfest Southlake: Famous Wiener Dog Race & Costume Contest
Dachshunds sprint to the finish at Southlake's beloved Oktoberfest! The Famous Wiener Dog Race kicks off at 10 AM, preceded by the Wiener Dog Costume Contest at 9:30 AM, in front of the gazebo at Fountain Place in Southlake Town Square. Free festival admission with Bavarian food, live music and family fun all weekend (Oct 16-18). Leashed dogs of all breeds welcome to cheer on the competitors.
Small Dog Hangout at Brew Park
Brew Park's indoor off-leash dog park opens exclusively for dogs under 30 pounds. The perfect low-key morning for small pups to have the park to themselves while you grab a coffee or drink. 9:30–11 AM.
Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event with MARS
Midwest Animal Rescue & Services brings adoptable pets to Luther Bloomington Subaru for the Subaru Loves Pets adoption event. Meet dogs looking for their forever homes. 10 AM–2 PM.
Spaniel Meetup at Dog Yard Bar
Calling all spaniels! Cocker, Springer, Cavalier, Boykin and spaniel mixes are invited to an off-leash meetup at Dog Yard Bar in Ballard. The official playtime hour runs 10 AM–12 PM, with open play to follow. Humans must be 21+; dogs need a current Dog Yard Bar profile and up-to-date DHPP, Bordetella, and rabies vaccinations. First come, first served — no advance tickets.
Pawtoberfest at Huffhines Harvest Fest
Bring your pup to Richardson's dog-centric Pawtoberfest, part of the free Huffhines Harvest Fest! Enjoy a Pet Costume Contest (12-1 PM), Rescue Puppy Yoga with adoptable pups (10:30 AM), a self-led agility course, the Great Tennis Ball Hunt, on-site adoptions, and Tales for Tails reading with therapy dogs (3-4 PM). Free admission and parking.
Washington Square Park Dog Halloween Costume Contest
The Washington Square Park Conservancy's annual dog costume contest returns to Garibaldi Plaza. No registration required this year — just get your pup in costume and line up (line opens 9:30 AM; be in line by 10:30 AM to compete). Free to watch and enter.
BooPalooza & BarkPalooza at Wicker Park
Wicker Park's family-friendly Halloween fest brings a dog costume parade and costume contest alongside pup games & contests, pup lattes, training demos, an obstacle course, and an insta-"pup-up" photo booth. Free, outdoors in the park.
Worth Credit Union Adoption Event at HSNT Keller
A pet adoption event at the Humane Society of North Texas Keller Regional Adoption Center where Worth Credit Union is sponsoring all adoption fees for dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens from 10am–2pm. Parking is at Bear Creek Intermediate School.
White Bear Animal Hospital Open House (with MARS)
A pet-friendly community open house with behind-the-scenes clinic tours, raffle baskets, games, face painting, food, and local vendors — plus Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) on site.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Chuck & Don's Edina
Meet adoptable dogs and puppies from Healing Hearts Rescue — come find your newest family member at Chuck & Don's Pet Food & Supplies in Edina.
36th Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade
Billed as the world's largest dog parade, now in its 36th year. Costumed pups parade south along Avenue B, plus a costume contest and a Festival Block on East 6th St between Aves B & C (10 AM–4 PM). Spectating is free — find a spot along Avenue B around 10–10:30 AM.
A Purposeful Rescue Adoption Event – Oct 17
A Purposeful Rescue brings adoptable dogs to Platform LA in Culver City. Meet rescue pups in the courtyard or the park below the Expo Line and find your new best friend. Free to attend — just show up ready to fall in love.
2026 Annual Pugtacular Spooktacular
Pug Nation Rescue of LA's annual pug-themed Halloween bash returns to Alondra Park with a dog costume contest, vendors, a silent auction, food trucks, and plenty of adoptable pugs. Family- and dog-friendly.
SPCA of Texas Mobile Adoptions at Lazy Dog Allen
Meet adoptable dogs and cats from the SPCA of Texas at Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in Allen! This mobile adoption event, sponsored by VEG, lets you find a new best friend on a dog-friendly patio. Saturday, 11 AM-2 PM. October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.
Bone Appétit: A Howl-O-Ween Party
A dog-friendly Halloween lunch party hosted with Social Dog at Flock & Fresh. Lunch, a live DJ, free treats for costumed pups, and a dog costume contest with a prize basket. Dogs must stay leashed. Free to attend — RSVP encouraged.
Rescue Together Citywide Adoption Event
PAWS Chicago teams up with Chicago Animal Care and Control and other local shelters for a citywide adoption weekend (Oct 17–18) to find homes for homeless pets. Fee waivers on select pets at the Lincoln Park Adoption Center all weekend, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Muddy Paws Rescue Block Party
Muddy Paws Rescue takes over a full block of Hell's Kitchen for its annual fall street fair — same-day dog and cat adoptions, on-the-spot dog portraits, local pet vendors, food and drink, and a dog costume contest. Free to attend; leashed, friendly dogs welcome.
An Afternoon Drive with Lucid x Wags & Walks
Cuddle up with adoptable Wags & Walks pups at Lucid Studio Beverly Hills for an afternoon celebrating rescue dogs. Free and open to all — meet pups looking for their forever homes while checking out Lucid's latest. Parking with validation in the garage at 9100 Wilshire Blvd.
DogFest Bay Area 2026
A canine-centric, family-friendly fundraiser benefiting Canine Companions. Bring your family and friends — both human and canine — for food and drinks, music, entertainment, crafts for people and pups, appearances by local service dogs, and the annual canine costume contests. Registrants receive a free dog bandana.
JustFoodforDogs Pet Wellness Event with Muttville
A pet wellness event supporting Chloe's Cause and veterinary cancer research. Enjoy fresh food samples and a free meal offer, pet portraits, a raffle, senior dog adoptions with Muttville, and a vet discussion on JustFoodforDogs nutrition with Dr. Tseng.
3rd Annual Howl-O-Ween
Redmond Unleashed presents the 3rd Annual Howl-O-Ween at Redmond Town Center — a pup parade, costume contest, and more. All pups welcome! Leashed, costumed canines and their humans gather for a festive outdoor Halloween celebration.
GROWL-O-WEEN 2026 – Trick-or-Treating for Your Dog
Denver's largest Halloween dog event. Get your pup in costume and join the tail-waggin' fun trick-or-treating around the LoHi neighborhood — treats and photo ops made just for dogs at Good Dog Bakery.
Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Pawty & Dog Costume Contest
A dog-friendly Halloween pawty at Resolute Brewing Co. with pet costumes, a dog costume contest with prizes, craft beer, food, raffles, and a silent auction — benefiting Pawsitive Restorations Animal Rescue.
Barks & Boos at Sunken Ship Brewing
Ruff Start Rescue will be at Sunken Ship Brewing for a Halloween-themed event to support rescue animals. Join us on Saturday, October 17th, from 12:00-2:00 pm. Ruff Start Rescue info booth Meet adoptable dogs Costumes encouraged Halloween-themed giveaways Pet food & supply donation drive- click here to view our most-needed items The brewery is dog-friendly, so feel free to bring along your pup! Visit the Facebook Event Page to learn more. We will share which animals are attending on the Facebook Event a few days prior. We hope to see you there! By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for Ruff Start Rescue marketing purposes.
ASPCA Adopt-A-Boo Dog Adoption Event
The ASPCA Adoption Center's Halloween adoption drive runs daily noon–5 PM from Oct 17 through Nov 1. Adopters of medium and large dogs get a waived adoption fee plus a Subaru tote of dog goodies, a week of food, and a leash and engraved ID tag. Walk-ins welcome; registration encouraged.
Barktoberfest at Saint Bark
A dog-friendly fall celebration featuring off-leash play, special treats, live music, food trucks, and beverages for both dogs and humans at Saint Bark's indoor dog park.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Apple Jack Orchards
Healing Hearts Rescue brings adoptable dogs to Apple Jack Orchards for a fall adoption event. Meet rescue pups looking for their forever homes while you take in the orchard's autumn season. Friendly, leashed dogs welcome.
Doggie Costume Contest
Bring your pup dressed to impress to The Barking Dog Alehouse for a Halloween Doggie Costume Contest. Prizes awarded for the top 3 best costumes — and humans are welcome to dress up too! Costumes, good pups, and great company.
Jack O' London Pup Crawl: Halloween Bar Crawl
A dog-friendly, Halloween-themed bar and food crawl through Oakland's Jack London District. Get specials at 12+ participating bars, breweries, and restaurants, with costumes encouraged for people and pups. Free with RSVP; optional donations benefit Oakland Animal Services. 21+ to drink; dogs must be leashed and well-behaved.
NYC Griffs Presents: Tricks & Treats 2026
A spooktacular Halloween costume party and Brussels Griffon meetup — tricks, treats, and mischief for dogs and their people at Spot Dog Daycare.
Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade – Carroll Gardens
Dogs and their owners dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes and strut a lively red carpet at the Neighbors and Makers Fair on Smith Street.
PawSpace Pup Up Marketplace Block Party – Hayes Valley
San Francisco's first PawSpace Pup Up Marketplace Block Party takes over the Hayes Valley promenade. Browse local pet vendors, meet adoptable dogs, get a custom pet caricature, enjoy music and photo ops, and support local rescues. For pets, for people, for community.
Hot and Single Dog Parent Party x Brutus Bone Broth
A private evening for single dog moms + dog dads at the AKC Museum of the Dog — drinks for humans and dogs, pet psychics, goodies, and pups.
Annual Howl-oween Greenlake Walk
A festive Halloween-themed group dog walk around Green Lake hosted by the Seattle corgi meetup crew. Dress your pup in costume and join dozens of dogs and owners for a loop of the lake. All friendly, leashed dogs and breeds welcome — not just corgis.
Main Street Block Party + Day of the Dog
Santa Monica's Main Street shuts down for a block party celebrating all things dog — vendors, music, food and furry friends line the street for a festive, family- and dog-friendly afternoon.
4th Annual Howl-O-Ween Block Pawty & Pawrade
A South Bronx Halloween block party for dogs and their people — costume pawrade, vendors, treats and community fun at Pulaski Park near the Willis Ave Bridge. Free and dog-friendly.
6th Annual Pumpkins Fur Paws Charity Pumpkin Patch
A charity pumpkin patch for the pups! Stop by Hinterland Empire Coffee to meet adoptable dogs and buy a pumpkin for a good cause. Expect a pumpkin patch, delicious coffee, seasonal treats, photo opportunities, and pet portraits — a festive, dog-friendly fall outing in NE Portland.
Hollywood Huskies & Dave & Buster's Fundraiser & Adoptions
Hollywood Huskies hosts a fundraiser and adoption event at Dave & Buster's in Hollywood. Meet adoptable huskies and other rescue dogs, enjoy games, and support the nonprofit's lifesaving work.
Adoptable Dog Meet & Greet at Old Stove Brewing
Dog Gone Seattle brings adoptable foster dogs to Old Stove Brewing's Ship Canal taproom. Meet available pups, chat with foster volunteers about adopting, and enjoy a dog-friendly afternoon on the patio. Bring your own leashed, friendly dog along.
Rocket Dog Rescue Adoption & Foster Open House
Rocket Dog Rescue opens its Oakland Urban Sanctuary to the public every Sunday afternoon. Meet adoptable rescue dogs, chat with volunteers, and learn how to foster. Leashed, friendly dogs welcome.
HOWL-O-WEEN Dog & Human Costume Contest at Arbeiter Brewing
Pet Haven of Minnesota hosts a HOWL-O-WEEN costume contest at Arbeiter Brewing. The dog costume contest kicks off at 2 PM followed by a human costume contest at 3 PM, with prizes for both. Adoptable dogs will be on site looking for their forever homes. Bring your pup in costume and join the fun.
Halloween Howl & Healthy Hound Fair
Carl Schurz Park's Halloween Howl brings out 200+ creatively costumed dogs to strut for a panel of fashion-industry judges, plus a healthy-hound fair with vendors and info for dog parents. Family- and dog-friendly.
Top Dog Daycare & Hotel Grand Opening Pawty
You're invited! Join Top Dog Daycare & Hotel on Sunday, October 18th from 2–5 PM to officially celebrate their grand opening with a dog-friendly Halloween costume party.
Hollywood Tails & Laughs
A night of stand-up comedy paired with pet adoption at the world-famous Laugh Factory on the Sunset Strip. Laughs with a cause, benefiting the HIT Living Foundation and MaeDay Rescue.
Breed Night: Labs at Saint Bark
Saint Bark's weekly Monday Meet-Up Breed Night celebrates Labradors. Bring your Lab (or any dog) to this indoor dog park and bar for off-leash play, drinks, and a themed night with fellow Lab lovers. 5–7 PM.
Woof: A Celebration of Our Canine Companions (Litquake)
Part of Litquake, San Francisco's literary festival, this warm evening celebrates our love for all things canine with readings of fifteen super-short pieces about our furry, tail-wagging friends — featuring Janis Cooke Newman and the Writers of Page Street. A perfect outing for dog-loving book lovers.
Highlands Ranch Howl-O-Ween
Celebrate Halloween with kids and furbabies at Lazy Dog in Highlands Ranch — a dog costume contest with prizes, a complimentary welcome drink, and a $10 donation. Presented by Pampered Pups Grooming and Hike Club.
Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Carving & Costume Party
Improper City hosts a dog-friendly costume party and pumpkin carving night. Bring your pup in costume, carve a pumpkin (pumpkins available for $10, carving supplies provided), and enjoy the taproom. A festive fall evening out for Denver dogs and their people.
Howl & Wine
Friends of Indy Animals' fall fundraiser at Elanco's new Indianapolis headquarters, featuring wine, a silent auction, and time with adorable adoptable pups. Proceeds support animals in need across the city.
Dog Costume Contest Yappy Hour
Bring your pup dressed to impress for a Dog Costume Contest Yappy Hour at Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar — drinks, treats, and fun for dogs and their people.
Howloween: A Dog Happy Hour Costume Contest
A Dog Happy Hour Costume Contest at W Seattle, sponsored by Woof Gang Bakery. Dress your pup in their spookiest, cutest, or cleverest costume and join fellow dog lovers for a festive downtown happy hour with prizes for the best-dressed pups. Thursday, October 22, 6–8 PM.
9th Annual Pumpkin Carving & Dog Costume Contest
Compete for prizes awarded to the top three contestants in each category! Complimentary pumpkin and carving supplies with a Sun Cruiser or Dogfish Head purchase. Hosted by Alex Kay.