Dog-Friendly Events
Discover meetups, festivals, yappy hours, and more happening near you.
Ruff Start Rescue Wellness Clinic
RSR is holding its Annual Wellness Clinic to offer low-cost vaccines, heartworm tests, and microchips on Saturday, April 25th. Ruff Start Rescue is holding its Annual Wellness Clinic on Saturday, April 25th, from 9 am to 3 pm, at the Zimmerman Civic Building. This event is in partnership with St. Francis Veterinary Clinic and sponsored by Tom Kadlec Chevrolet. This is an opportunity for your dogs and cats to receive low-cost vaccinations, heartworm testing (dogs only), and microchipping. Walk-ins only. No appointment needed. Please note that this is a busy event and wait times may be significant. **Dogs must come on a leash, and cats must be in a carrier. All payments will be made onsite. We will accept cash or credit cards for veterinary services & preventatives. Monetary and pet supply donations will also be collected during this time and are greatly appreciated. Learn more on the Facebook Event page. Photo release: By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for Ruff Start Rescue marketing purposes. Not able to join us in April? We're hosting a Vaccine-Only Wellness Clinic at Ruff Start Rescue on Friday, May 29th, from 9 am-2 pm. You can find more information on our website.
MARS Dog Adoption Event at PetSmart Maple Grove
Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) brings adoptable dogs to PetSmart in Maple Grove. Come meet your potential new best friend and learn about the adoption process.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Brühaven Craft Company
Meet adoptable dogs from Healing Hearts Rescue while enjoying craft beverages at Brühaven Craft Company in Minneapolis. Learn about the adoption process and find your new best friend.
Boxers and Bingo
Minnesota Boxer Rescue and Venn Brewing Company are hosting and afternoon of Pups and Bingo. All are welcome to join in for an afternoon of bingo, prizes, food trucks, and wiggle butts galore for a Spring Pub Bingo envent. More information at: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CmQPMXnPk/
Puppy Playtime & Smol Dog Night
Weekly off-leash play sessions for puppies (fully vaccinated, under 5-6 months) and small dogs under 30 lbs at Unleashed Hounds and Hops. A fun socialization opportunity for your little pup!
Indeed We Can Paws & Pints Celebration with Ruff Start Rescue
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Indeed Brewing to support Ruff Start Rescue! Join Ruff Start Rescue at Indeed Brewing Company on Wednesday, April 29th, from 5-7 pm! RSR info booth with information about adopting, volunteering, & fostering Make tie blankets for rescue pets Coloring contest for all ages- enter to win a dog or cat basket Silent Auction Pet Food & Supply Donation Drive- new and gently-used supplies are welcome Dogs are welcome on the patio Visit the Facebook Event Page to learn more. By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for Ruff Start Rescue marketing purposes.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed Night
Calling all Cavalier King Charles Spaniel owners! Join us at Unleashed Hounds and Hops for a breed celebration. Cavalier owners get a spin on the prize wheel. All dog breeds welcome.
Chuck & Don's Pop-Up at Unleashed Hounds and Hops
Chuck & Don's visits Unleashed Hounds and Hops for an evening of pet product sampling, coupons, and info for your pup. Happening concurrently with Cavalier Breed Night!
Wine Tasting at Unleashed Hounds and Hops
Bring your pup and enjoy a curated wine selection sampling at Minneapolis's favorite dog-friendly bar. Perfect for casual sippers and wine enthusiasts alike — dogs welcome!
Walk for Animals 2026
Animal Humane Society's 55th annual Walk for Animals — Minnesota's largest animal welfare fundraiser. Join thousands of animals and their people for a one-mile walk at the MN State Fairgrounds, with live music, vendors, food trucks, and adoptable animals. Free registration.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Trove Brewing
Meet adoptable dogs from Healing Hearts Rescue at Trove Brewing in Burnsville. A great chance to find your new four-legged family member while enjoying a craft beer.
Park Pals & Paws
Healing Hearts Rescue hosts a dog-friendly gathering at Harriet Island Regional Park's Wigington Pavilion in Saint Paul. Meet adoptable dogs, connect with fellow dog lovers, and enjoy a beautiful spring day at the park along the Mississippi River.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Chuck & Don's Wayzata
Meet adoptable dogs from Healing Hearts Rescue at Chuck & Don's Pet Food & Supplies in Wayzata. Learn about the adoption process and find your perfect match.
Fido Fest Adoption and Fundraising Event
The Canine Connections Club is pleased to welcome the community back to Fido Fest, our annual adoption and fundraising event, on Saturday, May 9, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. This free, family-friendly celebration will be held in the East Gym at Grant Community High School, with entry through the auditorium doors. This year’s event brings together several returning rescue organizations, many favorite vendors, and exciting new additions—including an extra guest speaker and a doggy fashion show. Guests of all ages can enjoy activities such as face painting and games. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the event. The Dawg Bowl concession stand will be open, Nothing Bundt Cakes will be on-site, and 7 Brew Coffee will generously provide 150 free iced drinks around noon. Attendees may also use our event QR code (available on our website) to purchase fundraising items such as raffle tickets, painted rocks, dog toys, and paw-themed magnets. A major highlight will be our raffle basket showcase, featuring dozens of themed baskets with prizes ranging from restaurant gift cards and entertainment experiences to pet products, books, toys, seasonal items, and more. All proceeds will support the four rescue organizations participating in this year’s event. Please note that we ask guests to leave their dogs at home unless they are registered participants in the doggy fashion show. We look forward to welcoming community members to this special event celebrating dogs, local partnerships, and compassionate care.
Mission Paw-looza
Mission Paw-looza is our favorite kind of celebration: Wagging tails, happy people, and a whole lot of heart. This community-wide, pet-friendly event brings together animal lovers and their furry companions for a day of fun, connection, and purpose. Guests can enjoy local vendors, activities for pets and people, treats, games, and plenty of opportunities to meet fellow dog (and cat!) lovers. Most importantly, Mission Paw-looza supports Mission Animal Hospital’s work to ensure pets receive the care they need, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. Every laugh, paw shake, and tail wag helps us keep care accessible for the pets who need it most. We have also shaken things up this year- we will be having a Beer Garden and a Dunk Tank along with other fun activities for all ages. Admission is FREE but the real fun starts when one has the games and activities tickets with them! Get more info : https://www.missionah.org/pawlooza. RSVP: facebook.com/share/1CKRXuU6Dn/
Can Do Canines Open House
Can Do Canines will host an open house on Saturday, May 16, from noon to 2 p.m., at its Can Do Canines campus. Potential clients, volunteers, or anyone who might be interested in supporting the organization is invited to attend to learn how an assistance dog changes the life of a person with a disability. Through a self-guided tour, attendees will be able to watch a trainer working with an assistance dog, talk with a dog host volunteer and staff members from the volunteer department, pose questions to client services coordinators, and meet graduate teams from five types that Can Do Canines trains dogs: hearing, mobility, seizure, diabetes, and childhood autism. There is no pre-registration for this event, though attendees will be asked to share some contact information when arriving. To request a sign language interpreter for the Open House, please contact Laurie at lcarlson@candocanines.org or call 763-331-3000 at least two weeks in advance.
Dog Days WBL
Paws. People. Purpose. Join us in downtown White Bear Lake for Dog Days, a fun-filled event celebrating dogs of all kinds! Meet amazing dog rescue organizations discover dog-loving local vendors, and enjoy a day that's as fun for you as it is for your pup - all while giving back to the dogs that need it most.
Canine in the Vines
A doggy-filled day with vendors, live music, puppy yoga, a photo booth, dog “bar,” a marked walking trail, and more! Leashed, well-behaved dogs are always welcome at Parley Lake Winery... but this event is an extra-special celebration of our four-legged family members. Cheers!
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 info@minnesotaboxerrescue.com or check out our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1942201429745078/