Plans with a date attached.

Tue, Oct 27, 2026 · 5–8 PM CT

Nissan Stadium, Nashville

Dog-friendly Halloween event benefiting Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary and New Leash on Life. Tickets are $5.

Wed, Oct 28, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 PM

Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Ave, Nashville, TN 37209

Training class with Danielle Robinson. $25 per class.

Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 6 PM start; end time unresolved (7 or 7:30 PM)

Ascension Saint Thomas Landing at Nashville Yards, 131 10th Ave North, Nashville

Attendees are invited to bring costumed dogs to this adoption event. The organizer lists a 6–7 PM calendar time and a 6–7:30 PM description; confirm the end time before attending. Free to attend; donations are encouraged.

Sun, Nov 1, 2026 · 11 AM–3 PM

Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Ave, Nashville, TN 37209

Holiday pet photos with Penny Adams Photography; a $50 donation covers a private session for up to two pets and two digital files. Costumes are optional; animals must be leashed or in a carrier.

Thu, Nov 26, 2026 · 5K 8 AM; 1-mile 8:10 AM

Nissan Stadium, Nashville

The 5K begins at 8:00 AM and the 1-mile begins at 8:10 AM. Dogs may participate with the optional Doggie Dash add-on selected during registration or added later through a Race Roster account; it includes a dog bandana, race bib, and medal.

Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 PM

Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Ave, Nashville, TN 37209

Dog training class with Danielle Robinson focused on polite ways to get attention. $25 per class; registration is required and spots are limited.

Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 10–11 AM

Cornelia Air Park, 1199 Shadow Lane, Nashville, TN 37206

A group leash-training session and path walk. $20 donation; bring your dog on a standard leash (no retractable leashes).

Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 PM

Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Ave, Nashville, TN 37209

Dog training class with Danielle Robinson focused on ways to encourage dogs to walk beside their handler. $25 per class; registration is required and spots are limited.

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 8 AM

Shelter 9, Edwin Warner Park, Nashville, TN

Free 5K supporting Nashville Humane Association. The organizer welcomes dogs on leash and says dog awards will be given.

Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 8:30–10:30 AM listing; walk 9–11 AM

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, TN

Visit Music City's listing says the walk is open to Hermitage members and their dogs, with donuts for people and biscuits for dogs while supplies last. Its header says 8:30–10:30 AM but the description says the walk runs 9–11 AM; confirm the date and time with the Hermitage before visiting.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · 8:30–10:30 AM listing; walk 9–11 AM

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, TN

Visit Music City's listing says the walk is open to Hermitage members and their dogs, with donuts for people and biscuits for dogs while supplies last. Its header says 8:30–10:30 AM but the description says the walk runs 9–11 AM; confirm the date and time with the Hermitage before visiting.

Sun, Dec 13, 2026 · 10 AM–3 PM

Frist Learning Center courtyard, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, Nashville, TN

Bring your dog for a holiday visit with Santa in the courtyard; guests receive a timed entry on arrival and can enjoy holiday-themed activities while waiting.

Tue, Dec 22, 2026 · 10 AM–2 PM

Frist Learning Center courtyard, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, Nashville, TN

Bring your dog for a holiday visit with Santa in the courtyard; guests receive a timed entry on arrival and can enjoy holiday-themed activities while waiting.

Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · 6–9 PM

Hilton Nashville Downtown, 121 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201

Nashville Humane Association's dog-welcome gala includes a cocktail hour with treats for people and dogs, dinner, a shelter-dog runway show, and a silent auction. Tickets are not on sale yet.