Minneapolis-Saint Paul Dog-Friendly Events
Discover meetups, festivals, yappy hours, and more in Minneapolis-Saint Paul.
Bark in the Park at Viking Lakes with Coco's Heart Dog Rescue
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue heads to Viking Lakes in Eagan for Bark in the Park — a dog-friendly summer evening on the Vikings campus. Bring your leashed pup to meet adoptable rescue dogs, connect with fellow dog owners, and enjoy the outdoor space. Free and open to dogs and their people.
Small Dog Hangout at Brew Park Plymouth – Aug 29
A relaxed Saturday-morning social hour for small dogs at Plymouth's indoor off-leash dog park with a full bar.
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue Adoption Meet at Fairy Wonderland Park
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue's summer adoption meet at Fairy Wonderland Park in Prescott, with adoptable dogs and food trucks on site. Leashed, friendly dogs welcome.
Ruff Start Adoption Event at Fleet Farm Blaine
Ruff Start Rescue Clear the Shelter adoption event at Fleet Farm in Blaine; meet adoptable dogs and other animals.
Safe Hands Rescue Meet & Greet at Pet Evolution
Adoptable puppies and adult dogs from Safe Hands Rescue meet the public at Pet Evolution in St. Louis Park — a fun stop for dog owners and prospective adopters.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Forgotten Star Brewing
Healing Hearts Rescue monthly dog adoption event at the dog-friendly Forgotten Star Brewing taproom in Fridley.
Dinner for Rescue Pets at Stanley's Northeast Bar Room (MARS)
Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) hosts a community fundraiser dinner at the dog-friendly Stanley's Northeast Bar Room. Come out for food, drinks, and good company — a portion of the evening supports MARS rescue pets and the fosters who care for them.
PetSmart Adoption Day at NE Minneapolis (MACC) – Aug 30
Minneapolis Animal Care & Control brings adoptable shelter dogs to the Northeast Minneapolis PetSmart — meet the pups and learn about adopting your next best friend.
St. Louis Park PetSmart Adoption Day Event (Ruff Start Rescue)
Ruff Start Rescue fosters bring adoptable dogs and cats to the St. Louis Park PetSmart for a Sunday afternoon meet-and-greet. Attending animals are posted to the Facebook event page a few days prior. Leashed, friendly pups are welcome to come browse from 12–2 PM.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Spikes & Houles Forest Lake
Healing Hearts Rescue dog adoption event at the Spikes & Houles pet supply store in Forest Lake.
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue at Woodbury Days
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue brings adoptable dogs to the Woodbury Days community festival in Ojibway Park. Meet the pups and learn about adopting.
Dog Day at the St. Paul Saints
The St. Paul Saints' final Dog Day of 2026 — a Bark in the Park-style game (Saints vs. Toledo Mud Hens) where fans bring leashed dogs to CHS Field. Advance order form and waiver required; participating dogs get a Saints-themed collar.
Lonely Hearts Dinner: Leeann Chin Elk River (Ruff Start Fundraiser)
Dine-to-donate fundraiser for Ruff Start Rescue at Leeann Chin in Elk River — bring the flyer at checkout and a portion of sales supports adoptable dogs. (Dogs not present at this event.)
Puppy Playtime & Smol Dog Night at Unleashed Hounds and Hops
Minnesota's original dog park bar hosts a supervised off-leash social: Puppy Playtime for pups 3–6 months (5–6 PM), followed by Smol Dog Night for dogs under 30 lbs (6–8 PM). Registration required at the door.
Bark at the Park: Twins vs. Tigers
The Minnesota Twins host Bark at the Park as summer winds down — bring your leashed, well-behaved pup to Target Field to watch the Twins take on AL Central rival Detroit Tigers. Dogs sit alongside their humans in the left-field corner (sections 125–127), and every Bark at the Park package includes an exclusive Twins portable dog water bottle to keep your pup hydrated through the game. Tickets are $51.50 and cover one human plus one dog; they must be purchased through the special Bark at the Park package.
Woofstock Weekend at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival
Woofstock weekend at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival: pup parades and races, themed costume contests, pet vendors, and treats. Dogs get half-price ($5) admission with proof of vaccination and a completed dog registration form.
Small Dog Hangout at Brew Park Plymouth – Sep 5
Brew Park Plymouth's indoor off-leash dog park hosts its Small Dog Hangout — a dedicated morning session for little pups and their humans to socialize and romp in a safe, climate-controlled space, with a full bar for the two-legged crowd. Leashes off, tails wagging. Saturday 9:30–11 AM.
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue Adoption Event at Angel's Pet World
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue brings adoptable dogs and puppies to Angel's Pet World in Hudson. Meet adoptable pets and learn about fostering and adoption.
Safe Hands Rescue Meet & Greet at Big Wood Brewery
Safe Hands Rescue hosts a meet & greet with adoptable dogs at Big Wood Brewery. Stop by for a pint and say hello to pups looking for their forever homes.
Healing Hearts Rescue Adoption Event at Trove Brewing
Healing Hearts Rescue brings adoptable dogs and puppies to Trove Brewing in Burnsville. Meet your newest family member over a pint on the patio.
Dog Days of Fall at Orono Dog Park
A free monthly community dog social hour at Orono Dog Park hosted by Elk River Parks & Recreation. All friendly, vaccinated dogs are welcome to play off-leash while their owners socialize. Sponsored by Chuck & Don's and Spikes & Houle's.
Goldzilla
RAGOM’s annual Fun Fair and Walk for Rescue—and one of the BIGGEST Golden Retriever events in America! All money raised supports our mission of rescuing and rehoming Golden Retrievers and Golden mixes of all ages.
Ruff Start Rescue's 16th Anniversary Celebration & Open House
Join Ruff Start Rescue as we celebrate an incredible milestone: 16 years of lifesaving work and more than 33,000 animals rescued! Join us on Saturday, September 19th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm to celebrate Ruff Start Rescue's 16th Anniversary! This open house-style event is a chance to celebrate our history, impact, and future vision while connecting with our supporters. It is our way of thanking the fosters, volunteers, donors, adopters, and community members who made it possible. What to Expect Meet adoptable animals Food & Beverages Games & Activities Shop local vendors RSR merchandise for sale Silent Auction supporting Ruff Start Rescue programs Take a tour of our new expansion Donation Drive- collecting new and gently used pet supplies and food Admission is FREE, family-friendly, and open to all (donations welcome!). Whether you’re a long-time foster, first-time adopter, or passionate animal supporter, this event is for you. **Pet Policy: We kindly ask that you leave your resident pets at home, since we'll have adoptable animals on site. This helps create a safe, low-stress environment for the foster animals attending the event. Visit the Facebook Event for more details, as well as vendor and activity highlights. By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for Ruff Start Rescue marketing purposes.