Los Angeles Dog-Friendly Events
Discover meetups, festivals, yappy hours, and more in Los Angeles.
Build A Lick Mat: Dodgers Edition
Treat your pup to a hands-on enrichment session at Pawradise Park — build a Dodgers-themed lick mat packed with dog-safe goodies. A fun, low-key way to socialize and spoil your dog.
Race for the Rescues
The 21st Annual Race for the Rescues at the Rose Bowl — a timed 5K/10K, a 1K Dog Walk, the Rockin' Adoption Show showcasing adoptable dogs, a vendor expo, live DJ and plenty of tail-wagging fun. One of LA's largest pet-friendly fundraisers, benefiting local animal-welfare nonprofits.
Puppy Yoga @ Wags & Walks
Flow through a feel-good yoga session surrounded by adoptable puppies from Wags & Walks. All levels welcome (ages 10+); a portion of proceeds supports the rescue. Tickets $35.
Coffee, Music, & Adoptable Pups! Roadogs Meet & Greet
Roadogs Rescue brings adoptable pups to Dogtown Coffee in Santa Monica for a morning meet-and-greet with coffee, live music, and good food. Stop by to hang out with dogs looking for their forever homes.
Woofstock 2026
A peaceful, music-filled festival day benefiting Dogs Without Borders — live tunes, dog-themed vendors, a pet photographer, flower-crown & collar workshop, raffle and on-site pet adoptions. Bring your pup for a day of good vibes and lifesaving fun.
Paws & Pages Storytime at PetSpace
A gentle morning storytime at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace where kids and families read alongside adoptable animals. A sweet, dog-friendly community event.
Dog Adoption & Fundraiser with Maison Sure Foundation
Meet adoptable dogs, enjoy food trucks and vendors, and support rescue at this Saturday fundraiser hosted at Tansy in Burbank. Family- and dog-friendly.
DOGtoberfest at South Coast Botanic Garden
DOGtoberfest returns to South Coast Botanic Garden for a festive fall weekend with your pup — live music, Oktoberfest-inspired games, a doggy marketplace, a beer garden and the VIP Top Dog Zone with splash pads and pools. Held Saturdays and Sundays through Nov 1.
Halloweenie Dog Costume Contest at Farm Cup
Farm Cup WeHo's 2nd Annual Halloweenie Dog Costume Contest — bring your dog dressed to thrill for a Mr. Bones photo op and entry. Winners receive goodie bags and Farm Cup gift cards.
Coziest Sofa Movie Night with Dogs: Halloween Edition
Snuggle up with your pup for a Halloween-themed movie night on comfy sofas. Dog-friendly seating, spooky flicks and a laid-back evening for you and your four-legged plus-one.
Paws & Punchlines: Comedy with Compassion
A special benefit comedy show headlined by Beth Stelling (HBO, Netflix, Comedy Central) at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace, with adoptable pups on hand. All ticket sales support the LA County Animal Care Foundation.
Howl-O-Ween Watch Party at Wags & Walks
Get into the Halloween spirit with Wags & Walks at their West LA Adoption Center — a cozy evening watch party with adoptable pups, treats and spooky fun. Proceeds support the rescue's lifesaving mission.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.