Looking for dog-friendly events, charity walks, adoption days, dog shows or fun days in Cork?
We keep this page updated with upcoming dog-related events across Cork City and County Cork.
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Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, 3 October 2026
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Christ Church, Lake Road, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 YX32
Bring your four-legged friend along for a special Blessing of the Animals in Cobh, celebrating the Feast of St Francis.
A lovely afternoon for pets and their people, with a raffle and free treats too.
Everyone — and every paw — is welcome!
More information
Mitchelstown Dog Fest 
Saturday, 3rd October | From 1:00 PM
Mitchelstown, Co. Cork
A fun afternoon dedicated to dogs and their owners in Mitchelstown, with activities taking place around the town. The event starts at Slinkey’s Pet Shop on Baldwin Street and includes dog art, training, health and nutrition advice, grooming and even free pupicinos!
What’s happening
Dog Sketches with Beata
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Slinkey’s Pet Shop, Baldwin Street
Dog Training with Kim
1:30 PM – 1:50 PM Town Hall
Health & Nutrition with Sandra
2:00 PM – 2:20 PM Town Hall
Dog Grooming with Janelle
2:30 PM – 2:50 PM Beside The Coffee Crate, New Square
Pupicinos with Chloe
2:50 PM – 3:15 PM The Coffee Crate, New Square
Free pupicinos for the dogs!
A lovely community event for dog lovers and their four-legged friends, supported by Mitchelstown Business Association and Mitchelstown Tidy Towns.
Admission: Free Location: Mitchelstown, Co. Cork
Date: Saturday, 3rd October
Starts: 1:00 PM
The Big Paws Walk
Sunday, 4 October 2026 Take part anywhere in Cork
Organised by Dogs Trust Ireland
A very special walk to remember and celebrate the dogs who have left paw prints on our hearts.
Take your dog’s favourite walk, wherever you are in Cork, and help raise funds for dogs in need.
Registration is €10 and participants receive a special remembrance pack.
Join The Big Paws Walk
99K for Canines
1–31 October 2026 Take part anywhere in Cork Organised by Dogs Trust Ireland
Get walking this October and take on the 99K for Canines Challenge.
Complete 99 kilometres throughout the month while helping raise vital funds for dogs in the care of Dogs Trust.
Walk it with your dog, explore somewhere new and make every kilometre count!
Find out more & take part
Trick & Treat Party – A Kids & Dogs Halloween Adventure 
Thursday, 29th October | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Top Barkz at Green Acres, Cork
A special Halloween adventure for children and their dogs, packed with fun, games and activities. Hosted by Top Barkz, this two-hour event is designed for children aged 8+ to enjoy alongside their four-legged friends.
What’s happening
Trick Training
Learn some fun tricks together with your dog.
Fun Games
Halloween-themed games for kids and dogs to enjoy together.
Sensory Activities
Fun and engaging sensory activities designed especially for dogs.
Treat Hunt
A Halloween treat hunt with plenty of fun along the way.
Certificates & Photos
Take home special memories from the day with photos and certificates.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, 29th October Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (2 hours) Location: Top Barkz at Green Acres, Cork
Age: Children aged 8+ Price: €40 – 1 child + 1 dog Sibling Price: €55 – 2 siblings + 1 dog (sharing the same dog)
A lovely Halloween experience for dog-loving families, combining play, learning and plenty of spooky fun!
Booking required: Available through the Top Barkz website.
80K October Challenge
1–31 October 2026 Anywhere in Cork & Ireland Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland — Little Island, Co. Cork
Walk or run 80 kilometres during October and help Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland train life-changing assistance dogs for autistic children and their families.
You have the whole month to complete your 80K, so you can do it at your own pace — and your daily dog walks count too!
Participants can also receive a free challenge T-shirt.
Join the 80K October Challenge
Walkies for Wellbeing
1–31 October 2026 Take part anywhere in Cork Supporting Samaritans
Grab the lead and take on 100K with your dog this October.
Walkies for Wellbeing combines something our dogs already love — going for walks — with supporting mental health and raising funds for Samaritans.
Complete the distance throughout October at your own pace and turn your everyday walkies into something that can make a difference.
Join Walkies for Wellbeing
MAS Canine Education Day
Sunday, 8 November 2026
From 9:00 AM Cork Showgrounds, Curraheen, Cork
A day dedicated to canine education, responsible dog ownership and learning more about our dogs, organised by the Munster Agricultural Society.
One to keep in your diary if you’re a dog lover in Cork!
More information from Munster Agricultural Society