Springfield - Whether yours is a dog, cat, ferret or parrot, this annual celebration is all about them. Vendors, pet resources, educational resources, demos, photo ops, prize drawings, and more. Free; event held at Lively Park; details Willamalane.org.
Portland - Join Pixie Project at Rose City Food Park for a day of dogs, music, food, beer, contests, shows, giveaways, and more. Details PixieProject.org.
Manzanita - Hundreds of dog lovers gather for coastal festival featuring local businesses, games, contests, demos, vendors, kid’s activities and a pet parade. Well-behaved dogs, cats and humans all welcome! Proceeds support Tillamook Animal Shelter and Animal Haven by the Sea. Details Muttzanita.com.
Scappoose - Day-long dog and family friendly fundraiser for Columbia Humane Society and Scappoose Off-leash park features 5K fun run/walk, contests, games, demos, and everything dog. Event held at Veterans Park; details ScappooseDog.com/events.
Salem - Join friendly, tail-wagging dogs and their people for morning stroll by the river with fun activities to raise funds to support pet care for Willamette Valley Hospice patients. Event held at Minto Brown Island Park; details WVH.org.
Hillsboro - Dog and family-friendly event is the biggest fundraiser of the year for Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter. Features fun and interactive K9 games, canine musical freestyle demo, costume contests, vendors, and a parade. Suggested donation. Event held at Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market; details WashingtonCountyPets.com or Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter's Facebook page.
Camas - Celebrate the beginning of the summer month's during Cama's June First Friday! Doggie talent show, fashion show, prizes, vendors, kids' crafts with a dog theme, dog breed guessing activity, dog/owner look-alike contest and more. All events are free. Bring your favorite pooch (leashes required) and make a night of it! Camas First Friday event takes place between 4th & 5th Streets on Cedar in downtown Camas. Details Downtown Camas Association's Facebook page.
Keizer - Fun, family-friendly event with awards for best costume, most unique and pet/owner look-alike. Swag bags while supplies last. Proceeds benefit Willamette Humane. Details WHS4Pets.org.
Portland - Celebrate furry friends while raising money to help dogs in need at Family Dogs New Life Shelter. The doggie morning starts with Doga session, then the party moves to The Filling Station Pet Supplies for free pet portraits, raffle, dog/owner look-alike contest, and more. Details DogPartyPDX.com.
Portland - Halloween-themed Pug fun with costume contests, games, snacks, beverages and more. Event held at Oaks Park Dance Pavilion - Details PacificPugRescue.org.
Portland - Escape the cold, damp weather of Portland to a Chihuahua- (and other small-breed dogs-) friendly oasis at Dog Days. Chihuahuas and other small-breed dogs along with their people enjoy off-leash indoor play area, pet-related vendors, photo booth, tropical cocktails, food, and fun contests including best costume and doggie limbo. Tickets $10/advance; $15/day of. Details OregonHumane.org.
Portland - Celebrate Hip Hound's 10 years of serving NW Portland with hourly contests, grab bags, food & drink for humans and pets, and more. Details Hip Hound's Facebook page.
Manzanita - Hundreds of dog lovers gather for coastal festival featuring local businesses, games, contests, demos, vendors, kid’s activities and a pet parade. Well-behaved dogs, cats and humans all welcome! Proceeds support Tillamook Animal Shelter and Animal Haven by the Sea. Details Muttzanita.com.
Boring - Enjoy the fall season with food & drink, music, pet-related exhibitors, raffles, dog-friendly corn maze, games, fun run/walk, demos, and more. Fundraiser for Sandy Dog Parks and Fences for Fido. Free; donations welcome. At Liepold Farms; details CityofSandy.com.
Portland - Best Friends Animal Society’s annual event includes a leisurely morning walk & timed run to raise money for local shelters and homeless pets. Celebrate after the walk/run with refreshments, contests, photo ops, music, interactive games, and more. Event held at Sellwood Riverfront Park - Registration fees vary; details StrutYourMutt.org.
Portland - Hundreds of Westies (& friends) take their owners for a 1.5-mile walk and lots of attention. Snacks, vendors, photo booth, contests, and prizes. Proceeds benefit the DoveLewis Velvet Assistance Fund. At Wallace Park in NW Portland - Details DoveLewis.org.
Cannon Beach - Pack up your gear, picnic lunch and Corgis (and friends) for summer fun, sun, sand, ocean breezes and frolicking four-legged fur-kids. Raffles and silent auction; proceeds benefit OHS. Details PortlandCorgi.com.
Estacada - Annual event at Out to Pasture Sanctuary features free vegan bbq, sack races, watermelon eating contest, vegan cupcake walk and a chance to meet the animals. Family-friendly; all ages welcome. Details OuttoPastureSanctuary.org.
Hillsboro - Dog and family-friendly event at the Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market is the biggest fundraiser of the year for Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter. Features fun and interactive K9 games, canine musical freestyle demo, costume contests, vendors, and a parade. $5 suggested donation. Details WashingtonCountyPets.com or Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter's Facebook page.
Camas - Pet-friendly summer music festival for the whole family at Camas Meadows Golf Club. Live music, kid's activities, food & drink. Fun for furry friends include Doggie Fun Zone obstacle course, contests, and more. $5/advance tickets; $10 at door. Benefits several local non-profit organizations. Details ConcertsforaCauseNW.com.
Camas - Bring your furry friend to downtown Camas for fun, live music, contests, Mardi-Gras parade, ball pit filled with doggy treats, southern food, lots of laughs and much more! Well-behaved, leashed pets only. Details Downtown Camas First Friday's Facebook page.
Portland - Grab your pups and friends for a tail-wagging time at Devils' Den (1520 NE Alberta) to benefit Family Dogs New Life Shelter. Doggy treat eating contest, exclusive wine specials, free goody bags, raffle and more. 21+ and well-behaved leashed dogs welcome. Tickets $15. Details BarkHappy Portland's Facebook page.
Portland - Oregon Humane’s biggest fundraiser celebrates 30 years at Waterfront Park. Walk or run of two routes and support the animals at OHS. Registration at 7:30am; first runners depart at 9am. 1987 attire encouraged. Pet-friendly festivities include live music, food, contests, vendors and more. Open to all, with or without pets. Registration/details OregonHumane.org.
Vancouver - 26th annual event at Esther Short Park celebrates the magic of people + dogs + cats and supports the Humane Society for SW Washington. Choose dog-friendly walk or timed 5K fun run. Vendors, music, beer garden, demos, contests, and awards in park before/after. Enter as individual or team. Register/details SouthwestHumane.org.
Learn about pet care, volunteerism, and pet breeds. Enjoy pet activities, contests and meet rescue groups. Free admission, pets allowed. At the Portland Expo Center; details PortlandPetExpo.com.
Learn about pet care, volunteerism, and pet breeds. Enjoy pet activities, contests and meet rescue groups. Free admission, pets allowed. Cont. Oct. 16, 11-4pm. At the Portland Expo Center; details PortlandPetExpo.com.
Hundreds of dog lovers will gather for 8th annual festival featuring local businesses, games, contests, demos, kid's activities, pet parade, and more. Well-behaved dogs, cats and their humans are welcome! Proceeds supports Tillamook Animal Shelter and Animal Haven by the Sea. Details Muttzanita.com.
Nature's Pet Market is turning 6 years old with an anniversary party/fundraiser for animal welfare groups in the community. Festivities include sidewalk sale, KBZY live radio broadcast, pet parade, adoptable pets, contests, games, raffles, auction, live music, free samples, photo ops, kissing booth, cake, and so much more! Details Nature's Pet Salem Facebook page.
The Portland Mercury and River Pig Saloon have teamed up to unleash this 3rd annual pet-friendly street fair. Features the most anticipated races of the weekend including Weiner Takes All and Pug O'War, plus paw spa, photo ops, contests, vendors and more. Spectators/free; race registration fee varies - Details PacificPugRescue.org.
Beagle Olympics is the theme for Cascade Beagle Rescue’s largest annual fundraiser. Games, contests, music, and food carts. At Washington County Fairgrounds in Hillsboro, OR - Details BeaglePalooza.com.
