Local Pet Friendly Events – April/May 2026
Find the paw-fect outing for you and your furry friend!
Spring Dog Day | Sat April 18th | 8:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Free - donations accepted
Oak Hill Cemetery | 3001 R Street, NW | Washington, DC 20007 | 202-337-2835
This popular annual event is offered again this year. Dogs are free to roam and explore the lovely cemetery grounds. This is a fundraising event in support of the Oak Hill Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation. Waste bags and water provided.
Sit.Stay.Sip Dog Social | Wednesdays 4/22; 5/6 & 5/20 | 1:00-2:00 pm | Free
National Landing Water Park | 1601 Crystal Drive | Crystal City, VA |
Sit.Stay. Sip. is a laid-back dog social designed for the after-work time when they’ve got all that pent-up energy! Whether your pup is a social butterfly or just comes for the treats, this is the perfect excuse to get outside and unwind together. Speciality cocktails, dinner menu, raffles and surprise giveaway and social media snap photos.
Vine & Vendor Spring Market| Sat April 18th | 11:00 am-6:00 pm (dogs will be there from 3:00-5:00)
Links Bridge Vineyards | 8830 Old Links Bridge Road | Thurmont, MD 21788 |
Enjoy this family and dog friendly event. Shop local vendors and enjoy local wines. One our favorite rescue’s Tasca’s Love Co-Op will be have adoptable pups for viewing. Fun events for the whole family.
Running of the Chihuahuas | Sat May 2nd | 2:00-5:00 pm | Free
The Wharf | 760 Maine Avenue, SW | Washington, DC 20024 |
It’s that time of year again. Come celebrate the 14th annual Running of the Chihuahuas! Over 150 Chihuahuas race in groups of 8. Adoptable pets, costume contest, beer garden – come join the roaring good time fun.
Bark @ Oriole Park | Wed May 27th | 6:35 pm | $40 per person + $20 per dog.
Orioles Park | 333 W. Camden Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 |
Come experience 1 of 3 more opportunities this year to sit with your dog and enjoy everything that is baseball.
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Text us today and mention the word "barketing" and get 10% off your first 2 weeks of service. Be sure to include your location (either exact address, closest intersection or building), days of the week for walking, cat care, or boarding dates desired as well as the age & breed of your pet. We'll get right back to you.
