Whether you’re looking for a new four-legged friend, want to support local rescue organizations, or just like to hang out at dog-friendly places, these events are purrr-fect!
Cat and Dog Adoption Event
Saturday, January 25, 3–6 p.m.
Vicious Fishes Brewery, Cary
Have some brews and meet some of the adoptable furry friends from Lending Paws A Hand rescue. If you’re in the market for a new family member, check the list of adoptable animals ahead of time. If you see a pet you’re eager to meet, let them know and they’ll try to make sure they’re in attendance.
The Maggie Society Adoption Event
Saturday, January 25, noon to 3 p.m.
Unleashed, The Dog and Cat Store, Cary
The Maggie Society Canine Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Education is a foster-based nonprofit dog rescue based in Wilson, North Carolina. Meet the friendly faces looking for a new home.
Small Dog Playtime
Every other Sunday, noon to 2 p.m. (next event: Feb. 2)
West Street Dog, Raleigh
Calling all pint-sized pooches! Dogs 25 pounds and under gather at Raleigh’s West Street Dog every other weekend for small-scale socializing. Grab a craft cocktail or draft beer at the onsite full-service bar while your munchkin makes new friends.
Attendees must have the West St. Dog app and provide proof of vaccines for their dog(s). Dogs over 8 months old must be fixed. Park entry fee for this event is $5 for one dog, and $8 for two dogs.
Trivia Night
Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m.
West Street Dog, Raleigh
You don’t have to bring a dog to play – but you can! Bring a team or join forces with new friends for a chance to win prizes with each round. Draft beer, craft cocktails, and nonalcoholic drinks are available.
Saving Grace Sleepovers
Most weekends
Saving Grace, Wake Forest
What’s better than a slumber party? A slumber party with a dog! Sign up in advance for a chance to snuggle your weekend away with one of the pups from Saving Grace Animals for Adoption, which has placed more than 50,000 dogs into loving homes since 2004.
SG Hiking Program
Saturdays
Saving Grace, Wake Forest
Get some exercise while you help a shelter dog spend time outside! The Saving Grace team takes dogs out to local trails every Saturday. Join for a 2.5-mile or 4-mile trek and lots of tail wagging.
Triangle Beagle Rescue Adoptathon
Saturday, February 15, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rosecomb Beer Garden, Cary
“Every once in awhile a beagle enters your life and changes everything.” So says the Triangle Beagle Rescue of NC. Sniff your way to the pet-friendly Rosecomb Beer Garden for a chance to find yours! TriBeagle hosts an event each month. Other rescues are known to have adoption events as well, so check the calendar regularly for more opportunities.
Puppy Love Quarter Auction FUNdraiser
Saturday, February 22, 6–9 p.m.
The Barn at Vino, Stem
Tickets for this event always sell out, so get yours now and start gathering your quarters! Help the outdoor dogs of Dogs Deserve Better Piedmont with a night of auctions, a 50/50 raffle, food trucks, beer and wine, and shopping from local vendors.
Save the Date: Spring Fling Fundraiser
Sunday, April 13, noon to 6 p.m.
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Unleashed, the Dog & Cat Store brings the party to Koka Booth every spring to raise money for needy animals across North Carolina. This year’s event takes place the week before Easter, meaning a HUGE doggie Easter egg hunt is on the docket! The pup who finds the grand prize egg will win a year of free premium food from Unleashed.
You can also shop from local vendors, meet pet care pros from photographers to trainers, enter to win amazing raffle baskets, meet adoptable animals, and so much more! Food trucks and live music will add to the fun. Leashed pets are welcome at this FREE family event.
