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Local Maker’s Market: Love You A Latte

This community outdoor event is held at The Coffee Shack, a drive-thru coffee shack. This facility gets turned into an outdoor market and a walk-up coffee shop for the Local Maker’s Market. It is family & dog friendly! You are encouraged to bring your pets and children to walk through the many delightful arts, crafts, … Continued

A black dog at Bark in the Park in grass with a bandana on

Bark in the Park

Bark in the Park returns to downtown San Jose’s William Street Park. Bark is among the largest dog festivals in the United States, and it promises fun for the entire family – especially pups. Participate in contests throughout the day, chat with vendors offering dog-specific goods and services, sample delicious food and drink and enjoy much … Continued

White dog in blue harness held by person at Lafayette Wine Festival; groups of attendees visible behind, some with backpacks.

Lafayette Art & Wine Festival

The Lafayette Art & Wine Festival is perhaps the largest annual festival in Contra Costa County. In 2024, over 85,000 people strolled among the booths of art and handmade crafts, enjoying foods from our local restaurants, food vendors and food trucks as well as quality wines and microbrews, pausing to enjoy continuous music from our … Continued

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Dogs and Deputies

Get ready for Castro Valley’s most tail-wagging day of the year! Dogs & Deputies is back on Saturday, September 20, 2025 (10 AM – 2 PM) at Rowell Ranch Rodeo Park — and it’s bigger, better, and furrier than ever. Bring your pup, family, and friends for a day packed with contests, K-9 demonstrations, shopping, … Continued

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Spring Lake Water Bark

The Spring Lake Water Bark is a fundraiser for the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation, helping to raise money for trails and other amenities in 50+ dog-friendly Sonoma County Regional Parks. One of the most popular dog events in the Bay Area, this event opens the swimming lagoon for dogs to enjoy off-leash romping and swimming. The … Continued

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

10th Annual Balls in the Ruff Golf Tournament

Tahoe Mountain Club will host its scramble-style tournament at Gray’s Crossing, including a box lunch and a delicious awards dinner after golf. HSTT’s 10th Annual Balls in the Ruff Golf Tournament provides our golfers with an exceptional golf experience at Gray’s Crossing. This Peter Jacobsen-designed masterpiece is tucked away in a beautiful mountain meadow in … Continued

People at a Paint Your Pet event hold up their dog portraits outside, arranged in two rows near a building with large glass windows.

Paint Your Pet Pawty

Rachel’s Pet Portraits will teach you step-by-step how to paint your Furbaby(ies) on canvas! This PAWsome event is Sunday, September 14th, from 1-4pm! Check this out: All ages welcome!! Bring your kiddos! It’s Family FURiendly! Come eat, drink, and paint your beloved pet in a FUN atmosphere while meeting new friends, and you can take … Continued

Black dog in pink tutu on leash at Joybound's Around Town event, with people and other dogs along Broadway in the background.

Joybound Around Town on Broadway

Joybound People & Pets is thrilled to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of its flagship event: Joybound Around Town on Broadway (formerly known as Animals on Broadway)! Get ready for a day packed with live music, the always-adorable Paw-rade Walk, the Pet Wellness Festival, costume contests, and plenty of fun for people and pets alike. Hundreds of thousands … Continued

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Spring Lake Water Bark

The Spring Lake Water Bark is a fundraiser for the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation, helping to raise money for trails and other amenities in 50+ dog-friendly Sonoma County Regional Parks. One of the most popular dog events in the Bay Area, this event opens the swimming lagoon for dogs to enjoy off-leash romping and swimming. The … Continued

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Wild Blue Dogs Fall Camp

The all-inclusive Wild Blue Dogs Summer Camp and Fall Camp happen every year and are so much fun. Certified and professional trainers will guide campers in agility, hiking, tricks, problem-solving, recall, scentwork, kayak and paddleboarding, canine core conditioning and balance, and therapy dog training classes. Wild Blue Dogs Camp is the only not-for-profit Dog Camp in the country!

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