Mardi Growl Parade and Festival

Bark in the Park

Come kick off the summer with your bark-errific pooch at the biggest annual community event of the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley. Dogs and those who love them will take over the World's Fair Park for a day of fun, food, and celebration. There will be plenty of activities and resources for both people and pooches including pet businesses, rescue booths, adoption services, food and drink vendors, games, face painting, and doggie contests. All proceeds directly benefit the work of the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley and kids under 13 enter for free!

Furry Fall Festival

Every fall, the Young-Williams Animal Center opens their doors to pets and their people for games, activities, and spooky fall fun! The event features adoption information, regional rescue groups, pet-related vendors, games, animal-themed crafts, contests, and goodies for your two and four-legged children! The Knox County Health Department will be offering $10 rabies vaccinations while the shelter will be offering $10 microchips, all done right on site! Come bob for bones, paint a pumpkin, and treat your pet to some furry fall fun!

PetSafe Village Dog Park

This animal oasis is Knoxville's first ever public dog park, established in 2007. Opened and operated by PetSafe, this space is packed with dog-friendly features to ensure you and your pal have a fun-filled visit! The park boasts a natural pond, walking trails, a doggie water fountain, agility equipment, dog waste bags and receptacles, picnic tables, benches, and plenty of shade! After splashing in the pond, frolicking with friends, and running through the grass, your dog is sure to go home tired! The park is fully fenced, well maintained, and has a separate area exclusive to small dogs. There are even four other PetSafe dog parks around Knoxville for endless furry fun!

Yappy Hour

Come socialize and unwind at Wild Wing Cafe Knoxville and be sure to bring all of your two and four-legged friends! On the third Thursday of the month from April to October, the establishment reserves the patio for Smokey Mountain Dock Dogs (SMDD), who put on this event for dogs and those who love them! Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and music surrounded by the canines of Knoxville. You can even access the dock for your dog to give dock-diving a try! The event is open to the public at no charge, but dock diving for SMDD non-members is $5.