It’s no secret that we love pet friendly events, it’s why we throw so many of them! Every year there are a handful of festivals in the southeast that cater towards pets and their parents. We’ve rounded up a few of the largest pet friendly festivals in the southeastern US that we’re excited about! This list will update regularly. If you have an event you’d like to add, send us an email to mackenzie@themoderncompanion.com!
Bark to the Park - Columbia, SC
Bark to the Park is a fun walk fundraiser hosted by Pawmetto Lifeline. It’s an annual event that helps raise money for homeless pets with a leisurely walk through a local park and a festival after party. You can join the fun on April 5th, day of registration opens at 10AM on site and the event runs until 12:30PM.
Ultimutt - Greenville, SC
Ultimutt is usually held in the fall but hurricane Helene moved the 2024 race to April 12th. Sign up for Ultimutt to run in a 5K obstacle race with your pet. Competitive waves start earlier in the day but fun runs are also available later in the day. Not a fan of running? The finishers festival will house vendors and a biergarten! Ultimutt raises money for Greenville County Animal Care.
Bark & Bond - Atlanta, GA
If you’re in Atlanta on May 4th, you can run the Bark & Bond 3K! This race fundraises for Praline’s Backyard Foundation, an organization that helps domestic violence survivors keep their pets safe. You can also attend their festival with vendors, pet massages, lure coursing, and more.
Fall Fido Festival - Chapin, SC
On October 12th Chapin is all about dogs. Fall Fido Festival supports multiple local rescues! Join us for lure coursing, demos, vendors, food trucks, live music, and more. You won’t want to miss this celebration of all things canine!
Sign up for Fall Fido Festival