Boo and Brews
2024-10-20 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Elder Pine Brewery, 4200 Sundown Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, 20882, United States
Celebrate Halloween with Furry Friends!

Bring the dog(s) for costume contests, a fall-themed photo booth, door prizes and lots of other fun. Outdoor event- Raindate is October 27th. To register, visit https://www.mchumane.org/events/boos-and-brews

World of Pets Expo & Educational Experience
2025-01-24 - 2025-01-26 | Timonium Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
THE Event for the Pet Enthusiast.
World of Pets Expo & Educational Experience features:
Hundreds of Pet Products and Services * Interactive Pet Exhibits * Free Seminars & Demos by National Experts on Pet Care and Training * Johnny Peers Muttville Comix * Indoor DockDog Competition * Interactive CGC & Trick Dog Title courses * Dog Luring* Petting Zoo* Down on the Farm *Charm City Grooming Competition * Pony Rides * TICA Cat Show * Reptiles & More * Fish & Small Animals * Interactive Contests * Heated Facility & Great Food * Free Parking
World of Pets Expo is located at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd, Cow Palace, Timonium, MD 21093.
For more information and to purchases tickets in advance, visit worldofpets.org or call 800-882-9894

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Black Tie & Tails
2025-03-21 18:30 - 22:30 | Grand Lodge, 304 International Circle, Cockeysville, MD, 21030, United States
Baltimore Humane Society’s Annual Gala- Black Tie & Tails is Back! One of our best-attended fundraising events and the region’s only black-tie event where guests are encouraged to bring their dog!

Get ready to strut down the red carpet— Black Tie & Tails: Hollywood Glam tickets are officially on sale! Join us on Friday, March 21, from 6:30PM –10:30PM at the Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley for a night of glitz, glam, and tail-wagging fun, presented by Best Friends Fur Ever Dog Daycare and Overnight Resort!
Dress in your finest black tie or glam attire and bring your well behaved, four-legged canine star. Enjoy a seated dinner by Rouge Fine Catering, an open bar, dancing, and a live & silent auction.

Secure your tickets now and get ready for an unforgettable evening—all in support of the animals at Baltimore Humane Society.

Grand Lodge | 304 International Circle, Cockeysville, MD 21030
Grab your tickets here: https://BTT25.givesmart.com

For more information, visit Baltimore Humane Society Events
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Spring Doxie Phest
2025-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Havre de Grace Community Center, 100 Lagaret Lane, Havre de Grace, MD, 21078, United States
The Bigger, Better than ever B’More, Spring Doxie Phest features Food, Raffles, Vendors, Races, and More!
Admission is free to the public, though we do encourage attendees to bring a bag of kibble, dog treats, toy(s), etc to donate to the participating rescue groups. The race entry fee is $5 per dog.
For vendors who would like to participate, please complete the registration form at forms.gle/WAP2NRfLSUi91XKa7 For more information, email bmorespringdoxiephest@gmail.com
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Paws in the Park
2025-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877, United States
Paws in the Park Dog Walk and Fest is coming to the Montgomery Co. Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg on Saturday, May 17, 2025!
Paws in the Park is an exciting, dog-centric, pet loving festival now in its 24th year! Hosted by the Montgomery County Humane Society. This is the event every dog in Montgomery County (and beyond) looks forward to — a festival created just for dogs, their people, and anyone who loves pets and wants to help animals in need. The event includes a dog walk, agility competition, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, games, contests, prizes and more!
Paws in the Park attracts about 800 pet enthusiasts (and their dogs!) for a day of family fun that also supports the life-saving work of the Montgomery County Humane Society.
Please note: retractable leashes will not be permitted at this event.
For more information, visit https://www.mchumane.org/paws-in-the-park-2025
Now accepting Sponsor and Vendor applications!
Online registration coming soon! Questions? Please contact Paula Foley at pfoley@mchumane.org
Cost – Advance Online Pre-registration- $20 per person by 3pm May 16th. On Site the day of the event- $25 per person and dogs and kids under 12 are free. Event proceeds benefit the life-saving work of the Montgomery County Humane Society, Inc. 601 S. Stonestreet Ave., Rockville, MD 20850. See Our MCHS page under Welfare for Animals.
Dog Walk
Agility
Many Vendors

Fun with Friends
Dog Rides in RC Car

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Woofstock
2025-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Taneytown Memorial Park, 17 E. Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States
Woofstock 2025 will be held on Saturday, June 21st, at Taneytown Memorial Park from 10AM-3PM.
Annual Event includes: Vendor fair, Animal Demonstrations, Live Music from Best Regards, Car Show by Mid-Atlantic Venom Outlaws, Puppy Yoga, Food Trucks, Animal Adoptions & Rescues, Petting Zoo and much more!!

Free Admission
For More information, visit Humane Society of Carroll Co. website or call 410-848-4810

Dogfest 2025
2025-09-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Baltimore Humane Society, 1601 Nicodemus Rd, Reisterstown, MD, 21136, United States
Dogfest 2025 Returns to The Baltimore Humane Society

Save the date for DogFest 2025!

Join the Baltimore Humane Society for their annual DogFest event! Come have a fun day with your canine pal and show your support for the shelter animals at the Baltimore Humane Society in Reisterstown, Maryland on Saturday, September 13 from 11am to 4pm with a rain date of Sunday, September 21.

Dogfest 2025 Activities Overview:

Your pup can dive into the fun with activities like:

20-Yard Dash
Tetherball
Dog Bowling
Paw Painting

Fur-bulous contests like Best Costume, Catch the Treat, Best Pet Trick, Best Kisser, to the Musical Sit, there’s something for every dog and owner to enjoy and participate in! Let your dogs splash around in the Dippin’ Dogs pool area, or showcase their skills in the agility and lure courses!
Don’t miss exciting demonstrations by:

Chrissy Joy and her Bone-A-Fied Talent Group at DogFest! Don’t miss this high-energy, trick-filled canine show!
The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services K-9 Unit
Dog Owners Training Club

Got kiddos in tow? They’ll have a blast at the Kids Kennel with pet-themed crafts, face painting, games, and even a bounce house!
Want delicious food? They’ve got you covered with tasty bites from food trucks, enjoy music from a live band, and paws-itively awesome shopping at our vendor marketplace!

Help them fill their van with items from their wish list! You will be supporting the animals at the shelter & those hungry and in need pets in our community.
Mark your calendar and visit dogfest.org for more info—you won’t want to miss this day of dogs, fun, and festivities all in support of our amazing furry friends waiting for homes.

Contests:
Hold onto your leashes, because we’ve got some fantastic contests and prizes for your beloved pooches. They can compete for the titles of Best Costume, Best Kisser, Best Dancer, Best Owner/Pet Look-alike, Catch the Treat, Musical Sit, and Best Pet Trick, all judged by a panel of local celebrities. But wait, there’s more! The kids will be set up for a great time with pet-themed arts & crafts, face painting, and a bouncy house – fun for the whole family!
Vendors and Food:
Don’t forget to explore the vendor marketplace and meet some adorable adoptable animals at the pet rescue groups’ booths. You might just find your new furry family member! And of course, all that excitement can work up an appetite. There will be a wide variety of delicious food and treats available for purchase throughout the event, satisfying both two-legged and four-legged appetites.
Parking is free at BHS, and in case of rain, we’ve got you covered with a rain date on Saturday, September 21.
So get those tails wagging and visit dogfest.org for more information on this wag-tastic event. If you’re interested in being a vendor or volunteer, don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the action!
Visit dogfest.org to learn more about this exciting event and stay tuned for ticket sales!
About Us:
Baltimore Humane Society is an independent non-profit animal shelter offering services for all stages of pet ownership. For more information on adoption, programs and services, visit bmorehumane.org. Make sure to follow BHS on social media: @BmoreHumane on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and TikTok.

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Boo and Brews
2025-10-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Elder Pine Brewery, 4200 Sundown Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, 20882, United States
Celebrate Halloween with Furry Friends!

BOOS & Brews is back! Join us at Elder Pine Brewing & Blending Co. on Sunday, Oct. 19th from 4-7 to celebrate Halloween and raise funds to support the Montgomery County Humane Society. Bring your pup for a party in the pine forest where we’ll enjoy good friends, fall weather and delicious draft beer. Costumes are encouraged for all and prizes will be awarded for best dog costume and best dog/human team costume. Hope to see you there!
Outdoor Event- Raindate is Oct. 26. To register, visit https://www.mchumane.org/events/boos-and-brews

Community Pet Fair
2025-11-02 09:00 - 13:00 | 4528 North Point Blvd., 4528 North Point Blvd, Sparrows Point, MD, 21219, United States
Bring your Dog to support our Community Pet Fair- rain or shine! Vendor spots available now for $20. Please see attached flier and contact the host provided for more information.

World of Pets Expo & Educational Experience
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-25 | Timonium Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
THE Event for the Pet Enthusiast!
World of Pets Expo & Educational Experience features:
Hundreds of Pet Products and Services * Interactive Pet Exhibits * Free Seminars & Demos by National Experts on Pet Care and Training * Johnny Peers Muttville Comix * Indoor DockDog Competition * Interactive CGC & Trick Dog Title courses * Dog Luring* Petting Zoo* Down on the Farm *Charm City Grooming Competition * Pony Rides * TICA Cat Show * Reptiles & More * Fish & Small Animals * Interactive Contests * Heated Facility & Great Food * Free Parking
World of Pets Expo is located at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd, Cow Palace, Timonium, MD 21093.
For more information and to purchases tickets in advance, visit worldofpets.org or call 800-882-9894

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Black Tie & Tails
2026-03-07 18:30 - 22:30 | Grand Lodge, 304 International Circle, Cockeysville, MD, 21030, United States
Baltimore Humane Society’s Premier Fundraising Gala (Yes, Dogs Are Welcome!)
Highlights of the Evening:

A delectable seated dinner
Open bar
Live music to keep you dancing
Thrilling live & silent auctions filled with great items

When you join us for this elegant evening—complete with dinner, entertainment, and auctions—you’re doing more than having fun; you’re directly helping support the animals in our shelter. The funds raised at this signature event allow us to provide vital care like medical treatment, comfortable temporary shelter, enrichment, and lifesaving support for homeless pets while they wait for their forever homes. And don’t forget! This is a dog friendly event and we would LOVE to see your dogs dressed up!
View the auction & tickets: https://btt26.givesmart.com

Questions? Email Lisa Poland at lpoland@bmorehumane.org.
Grand Lodge | 304 International Circle, Cockeysville, MD 21030

For more information, visit Baltimore Humane Society Events
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Paws & Policies Webinar: Understanding Pet Insurance
2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | MD
The Maryland Insurance Administration is prepared to ans​wer your pet insurance questions through this virtual event.
Join Us!
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026​

Time: 12 pm – 1 pm
Zoom Link: https://z​oomgov.com/j/1610130288
Dial-In: 1-833-568-8864 US Toll-Free

Meeting ID: 161 013 0288
For more information, visit https://insurance.maryland.gov/Pages/virtualevents.aspx
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