Doggy Fest & other events for pets & people
For folks who adore hanging out with their sociable tail wagging friends, some festivals and events in Broward are designed for people and pets.
Most events require dogs to be on a leash.
Pet events in 2026 include
Pup or Treat Halloween Party
6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, October 24 Halloween event features
- trick-or-treating for dogs
- Pumpkin Patch
- vendors
- pets for adoption
- dog costume contest
The venue is Broward Animal Care, 2400 SW 42nd St., Fort Lauderdale 33312 and entry is free.
Drop-offs of pet food, pet treats, pet toys, linens and newspapers are appreciated.
Dog Fest in Weston
5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sunday, October 25 at Weston Town Center is Dog Fest,
Doggy Fest in Fort Lauderdale
Doggy Fest in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 25, and entry is free. Browse displays by vendors selling art and pet-related goods for furry friends and for their humans. A doggie costume contest is featured. A $5 donation for pet rescue is suggested for participating.
Tarpon River Brewing, 954-353-3193, is at 280 SW Sixth Street, Fort Lauderdale Some free parking is available.
Other things to do with dogs
Woofing Waters at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach is for the dogs
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Other free and inexpensive things to do
Previous events
Dog Halloween event at library in Hollywood
Howl-O-Ween Fur-tastic Dog costume contest is featured at Hollywood Branch Library,
Tarpon River Brewing
280 SW 6th Street
Fort Lauderdale , FL 33301
954-353-3193
