Tucson Events
Plan your outings with your best canine pal. Visit our page often as we’re always updating our events. Make sure to visit the event’s website or social pages for event details like pricing, hours, etc. Information is subject to change.
April 18, 2026 – Southern Arizona Heart Walk
Time: 7:30 am (Festivities begin)
8:45 am (Walk begins)
Location: Reid Park
900 S. Randolph Way
Tucson, AZ 85716
Benefitting: American Heart Association
Cost: Donations
This year’s walk is going to be epic with a special focus on how pets keep us heart healthy. Special Puparazzi Photo booth. Local pet treat company, Dogs-n-Donuts, is hosting a team. Let’s get active and support this pawsome cause. Funds raised stay in Southern Arizona.
April 26, 2026 – Big Dog Ice Cream Social
Time: 10 am – noon
Location: Bark’N Berry
6121 E Broadway Blvd Suite 138
Tucson, AZ 85711
Cost: free to attend. Ice Cream + toppings are additional. Tips benefit nonprofits.
May 2, 2026 – 15th Annual Erik Hite Foundation 5K & 2 Mile Fun Walk + Community Festival of Service
Time: 4 pm – 8 pm
Location: Reid Park
Near Country Club & Camino Campestre
Tucson, AZ 85716
Hosted by/Benefiting: Erik Hite Foundation
Cost: $35 for Walkers; $40 for Runners
Vendors, Food Trucks, family fun. Well-mannered, leashed dogs welcome.
May 4, 2026 – May the Fourth 5K
Time: 7:30 am
Location: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
3482 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85718
Hosted by: Start Line Racing
Cost: $49.43 and up
Celebrate May the 4th with StartLine Racing. Leashed, well-mannered dogs are welcome.
May 9, 2026 – Dog-Friendly Movie Night
Time: 5 pm – 10 pm
Location: MSA Annex – Mercado
267 S Avenida del Convento
Tucson, AZ 85745
Benefitting: Far Fetched Charities
Cost: Donations
Dog-centric vendors, fun for the entire family. Registration requested!
May 16, 2026 – 1st Annual Sahuarita Pet Palooza
Time: 7 am – noon
Location: Sahuarita Lake Park
15466 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Hosted by: Kiwanis Club of Sahuarita
Benefiting: Sahuarita Mustangs Marching Band
Cost: Donations
Vendors, Food Trucks, Pet Parade, Pet Contests, Kids Games, Demonstrations, and General Fun for everyone.
Vendors, Food Trucks, Pet Parade, Pet Contests, Kids Games, Demonstrations, and General Fun for everyone.
June – September Dog Days of Summer at Tucson Botanical Gardens
Time: regular hours
Location: Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85712
All dogs are welcome to visit with their owners each June – September. Dogs must be leashed and well-behaved. Water and poop bag stations are available. Dog admission or dog memberships are required for entry. Dog Admission information coming soon.
October 10, 2026 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s Tucson & Green Valley
Time: 8:00 am (Registration)
9:30 am (Walk begins)
Location: Reid Park (22nd & Country Club side)
900 S. Randolph Way
Tucson, AZ 85716
Benefitting: Alzheimer’s Association
Cost: Donations
One or three mile walk options.
Be a good guest! Poppy’s prepared a checklist of everything you’ll need for your outing.
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