The start of spring brings warmer days, golden sunlight and brilliant wildflowers that brighten the landscape. Ready to embrace the season?
With dog-friendly fun runs, beach festivals, costume parades and wine tastings that raise funds for California animal welfare organizations, you’ll find more reasons to get out and play.
Through these DogTrekker-approved spring events, you and your furry family members support rescue efforts and medical services that benefit deserving animals across the Golden State.
Mark your calendars, and thanks for making a positive impact.
Pawsport Napa Valley
March 1–April 30, Napa Valley
Ready to sip wine while giving back? Join Napa Humane for a two-month celebration of Napa Valley’s best. Your Pawsport offers one complimentary tasting at each participating dog-friendly winery, all in support of Napa Humane’s Power of Prevention. The program funds lifesaving spay and neuter surgeries and preventive care for pets. Read more …
Doggie Dash 5K Fun Run & Fair
March 28, Redding
The Doggie Dash 5k Fun Run is a dog-friendly event for the whole family. Costumes are encouraged, and prizes will honor the best-dressed pups in several categories. A vendor fair also runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Remember to complete preregistration forms by Thursday, March 25, 2026, and don’t miss this delightful day for pups and people. Read more…
Faux Fur Ball
March 28, Palm Springs
This unforgettable evening at the Palm Springs Air Museum features a hosted reception on the museum tarmac, a silent auction, a delicious vegan/vegetarian dinner and live entertainment. Proceeds primarily benefit the Palm Springs Animal Shelter. This is a fundraiser event where guest’s dogs are not allowed. Read more…
SoCal Corgi Beach Day
April 4, Huntington Beach
The largest bash of its kind celebrates all things corgi, the cute little dogs known for great personalities, adorable coats and friendly smiles. Corgi fans and dog enthusiasts come from all over to pawty at the beach, where participants enjoy themed contests and activities. All dogs (and humans) are welcome at this free, family-friendly event. Read more…
Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash
April 18, Sacramento
Join thousands of guests at William Land Park for the 33rd Annual Doggy Dash, a 2k/5k dog walk and festival benefiting the Sacramento SPCA. Your participation helps provide medical care, vaccinations, spay/neuter services, and more for 40,000+ animals each year. Sign up today and have fun making a difference. Read more…
Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run
April 19, Pasadena
Join Pasadena Humane’s Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run, a top fundraiser supporting animal rescue programs. Enjoy a scenic walk, explore the vendor marketplace, play in the Sit, Stay, and Play Training Park, savor food truck treats and enter the doggy costume contest. Festivities start at 8 a.m., with the walk kicking off at 9 a.m. Read more…
Pup Palooza at the Little River Inn
April 25, Mendocino Coast
Head to Little River Inn on the Mendocino Coast for the second-annual Pup Palooza, a lively celebration supporting Mendocino Coast Humane Society. Dog parents can enter contests, browse pet-focused vendors and attend educational sessions focused on canine well-being. The Pup Palooza Package is now available that includes waived contest entry fee and lodging pet fee if you enter one pet in a contest. Read more…
DogFest
April 25, San Francisco
DogFest is San Francisco’s ultimate celebration of dogs, families and community, with festivities benefitting McKinley Elementary. Since its start 17 years ago, the grassroots event has grown into a beloved tradition at Duboce Park. Don’t miss this fun-filled day of games, contests, food trucks, merchant stalls and a popular doggie adoption zone. Read more…
Woofstock
May 3, Novato
Leash up the pup, pack your lawn chairs and take the whole family to Novato, where Marin Humane hosts the Bay Area’s grooviest event for dog and animal lovers. Local legends like Pop Fiction and Corte Madera Town Band will play live, and you’ll also find food trucks, children’s games and merchant booths. All proceeds benefit the animals at Marin Humane. Read more…
Pints for Paws
June 6, Berkeley
Save the date for the 2026 Pints for Paws®, now in its 11th year. Regularly voted Best Fundraising Event in the East Bay, the gathering includes unlimited craft beer samples, live music, games and the chance to meet friendly dogs. Tickets sell out every year, and every dollar raised supports shelter pets and life-saving programs by Berkeley Humane. Read more…
