Events
Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run (Dog Friendly!)
Bundle up, grab your pup, and kick off the holiday season at the Jingle Bell Run! This festive 5K welcomes runners, walkers, families, and leashed dogs.
Howl-O-Ween at the Zoo
Love the zoo? This is your chance to bring your well-behaved dog along!
Howl-O-Woof Parade
Get ready for a Halloween celebration with the dogs! Peninsula Pups WAGventures is bringing its fifth annual Howl-O-Woof to Oozlefinch Beers & Blending on Sunday, October 25.
18th Annual Mutt Strut
Spend a day with the family while supporting Suffolk Humane Society’s work to educate the community, provide low-cost spay and neuter services, and advocate for animals.
HROTC Howling Halloween Event
Give your pet a chance to burn off some energy and show off their skills at Hampton Roads Obedience Training Club’s Howling Good Time Halloween event.
Witches and Whiskers
Attend a lunch and auction at Norfolk Yacht and Country Club to support the Norfolk SPCA.
DockDogs at Suffolk Peanut Fest
Get ready for three days of high-energy canine competition as DockDogs brings its National Sportsman’s Series to Suffolk!
Barktoberfest
Make plans to attend the 20th annual Barktoberfest for a day of fun for pets and people and support the lifesaving work of the Peninsula SPCA.
Wags & Waffles Charity Classic Brunch
Browse local vendors, meet adoptable animals looking for their forever homes, and support two great causes alongside fellow animal lovers.
VBSPCA Puttin' for Paws
Play 18 holes, meet some adorable adoptable animals, and help make a difference for pets waiting for their forever homes.
CatVideoFest at the NARO
Join fellow cat lovers at the NARO for CatVideoFest 2026. Watch the best cat video while also supporting cats in need.
Pup Party at Ocean Breeze Waterpark
This is your chance to enjoy all the fun of the waterpark with your four-legged family members! The event includes a DJ and live band, beer garden, food trucks, VIP options, and a costume contest.
Kittenpalooza at Catnip Cat Cafe
Head to the Catnip Cafe in Norfolk for Kittenpalooza, where you can schmooze with lots of adorable, adoptable kittens.
Bark in the Park
Take your pet out to the ball game! Get tickets to Bark in the Park at Harbor Park.
Sunday Dog Days
Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the beautiful gardens with your well-behaved dog as they take in new sights and smells.
Pet Therapy at Indian River Library
Need some quality time with calm, trained therapy pets? Stop by Indian River Library.