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Voorhees, NJ · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-16 – 2026-10-16 · Animal Welfare Association
Public Halloween fundraiser with vendors, family crafts, music and trunk-or-treat activities. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor pet rules with the organizer.
Event details →Old Bridge, NJ · Adoption fair
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · All American Subaru in Old Bridge
Rescue Ridge joins the public Pet A Palooza adoption gathering at All American Subaru. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor pet rules with the organizer.
Event details →Upper Freehold Township, NJ · Pet festival
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Marty's Place Senior Dog Sanctuary
Sanctuary fundraiser with canine costume contests, demonstrations, vendors, food and family activities. Visitor pets: Socialized dogs welcome on non-retractable leashes no longer than six feet.
Event details →Las Vegas, NV · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Silverado Ranch Park
Nevada SPCA fundraiser with a dog walk, pet vendors, stage contests and agility demonstrations. Visitor pets: Visitor dogs welcome; confirm leash and vaccination requirements.
Event details →Rehoboth Beach, DE · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
Shelter fundraiser featuring DockDogs, adoptable animals, entertainment and a one-kilometer walk. Visitor pets: Dogs participate in selected activities; check organizer requirements
Event details →Lynden, WA · Animal exhibition
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-18 · Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center
Public reptile marketplace with breeders, animals and husbandry supplies. Visitor pets: Leave visitor pets at home.
Event details →Boise, ID · Animal exhibition
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-18 · Expo Idaho Fairgrounds
Public reptile marketplace with breeders, animals and husbandry supplies. Visitor pets: Leave visitor pets at home.
Event details →Carmichael, CA · Pet festival
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Carmichael Park
A public fall gathering with pet businesses, rescue groups, games and a costume contest. Event proceeds support the community dog park. Visitor pets: Pet-friendly event; confirm current leash, health and activity rules before attending.
Event details →Detroit, MI · Community event
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Detroit Animal Care and Control
Public discussion for current and prospective pet owners, with dog and cat food available. Visitor pets: Not published
Event details →Brunswick, ME · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Midcoast Humane
Beginner yoga with kittens during PAWtoberfest. Participants under 17 must attend with a parent or guardian. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor pet rules with the organizer.
Event details →Manchester, NH · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Delta Dental Stadium
Costumed public run and walk benefiting the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire. Visitor pets: Leashed dogs welcome; optional timed dog bibs
Event details →Denver, CO · Community event
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · The Source Hotel — RiNo Ballroom
Dog wellness gathering with a canine massage seminar, matcha and time to meet fellow dog owners. Visitor pets: Bring your dog and a yoga mat.
Event details →Wilmington, DE · Pet festival
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Delcastle Park
Public festival with dog games, costume contests, vendors and children's activities. Visitor pets: Well-behaved, licensed dogs welcome
Event details →Brunswick, ME · Pet festival
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Midcoast Humane
Shelter fundraiser with artisans, food trucks, activities and adoptable animals. Rain date: October 24. Visitor pets: Not published
Event details →Woodland, CA · Cat show
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-18 · Yolo County Fairgrounds, Waite Hall
Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. Check the official visitor information before travel. Visitor pets: Do not assume visitor pets are admitted. Ask the organizer; showing a cat requires separate registration and health compliance.
Event details →Warwick, RI · Pet festival
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Par & Tackle at Harbor Lights
Rhode Home Rescue adoption gathering with a dog costume contest and fundraising shopping. Visitor pets: Visitor dogs welcome
Event details →Cartersville, GA · Animal exhibition
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Hilton Garden Inn Cartersville
Public saltwater aquarium and coral show for reef hobbyists, featuring coral vendors, aquarium equipment and opportunities to speak with exhibitors. The event centers on corals and reef aquariums. Visitor pets: Visitor pet rules were not confirmed on the checked event page; ask the organizer before bringing an animal.
Event details →Lawrenceville, GA · Pet expo
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-18 · Gwinnett County Fairground — Entertainment Building & Expo Center
Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled.
Event details →East Ridge, TN · Pet expo
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-18 · Camp Jordan Arena
Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Dogs are prohibited by this venue except service animals.
Event details →Salt Lake City, UT · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Liberty Park
Best Friends hosts a fundraising dog walk and festival supporting homeless pets and participating rescue groups. Visitor pets: Leashed dogs welcome; follow organizer event rules.
Event details →Plant City, FL · Cat show
2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Teco Expo Hall - Strawberry Festival Fairgrounds
Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. Announced attractions: Exhibitor cat costume contest; Spectator kids trick-or-treating. Check the official visitor information before travel. Visitor pets: Do not assume visitor pets are admitted. Ask the organizer; showing a cat requires separate registration and health compliance.
Event details →Louisville, KY · Animal exhibition
2026-10-18 – 2026-10-18 · Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport
Public saltwater aquarium and coral show for reef hobbyists, featuring coral vendors, aquarium equipment and opportunities to speak with exhibitors. The event centers on corals and reef aquariums. Visitor pets: Visitor pet rules were not confirmed on the checked event page; ask the organizer before bringing an animal.
Event details →Brunswick, ME · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-19 – 2026-10-19 · Midcoast Humane — Community Room
Beginner yoga with shelter puppies, led by Riverbend Yoga to benefit Midcoast Humane. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor pet rules with the organizer.
Event details →Bedford, NH · Community event
2026-10-21 – 2026-10-21 · Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire
Gentle yoga with shelter animals awaiting adoption. Visitor pets: Not published
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