Many churches invite people to bring their pets for the Blessing of the Animals in early October. This special event has become a much-loved part of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, which takes place October 4. The events take place on different dates this time of year. Saint Francis of Assisi was a Catholic friar in the 12th and 13th centuries who founded the religious order of the … [Read more...] about 12 Blessing of the Animals events at Churches in the Triangle
Pets
Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 3, and Saturday, October 4, 2025. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include inflatables, face painting, a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and yard games. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 25
Barktoberfest is a free event in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It's being presented by Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences. Features of Barktoberfest … [Read more...] about Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 25
Oktoberfest at Lafayette Village in Raleigh, including the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races
Enjoy an Oktoberfest celebration at Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be live music, seasonal brews, German-inspired food, and more. It's free to attend. The celebration will also feature the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races! All Wieners are required to be classified as a Dachshund breed to be eligible to enter. … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Lafayette Village in Raleigh, including the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races
Grand Opening Celebration of Youngsville Animal Hospital, including free food and giveaways
Youngsville Animal Hospital is celebrating the grand opening of their new location, at 5096 NC 96 Hwy W, Youngsville, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event features: Youngsville Animal Hospital has served families for 10 years. The new facility includes: … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Celebration of Youngsville Animal Hospital, including free food and giveaways
Spooky Tails: Halloween event for dogs in Apex Oct. 29
Bring your pup in its favorite costume to enjoy Spooky Tail on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Apex Nature Park Amphitheater, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. It's free to attend, and you don't need to register, but dogs must be leashed. More info here. Spooky Trails features: The event also features a donation drive for Wake County Animal Shelters. All … [Read more...] about Spooky Tails: Halloween event for dogs in Apex Oct. 29
Get a free 2-pack of Fancy Feast Gems for your cat
Fancy Feast is giving away complimentary 2-packs of their premium Gems cat food. This mousse pâté is made with real beef, chicken, salmon or tuna and crowned with a savory gravy. Choose your cat's favorite flavor and order it here. No purchase required. Fancy Feast has 30,000 2-packs to give away. Limit one per household, while supplies last. Please allow 2-4 weeks for delivery. … [Read more...] about Get a free 2-pack of Fancy Feast Gems for your cat
Four Cat Cafés in the Triangle — Raleigh, Chapel Hill, more…
If you prefer to drink your coffee in the company of several curious, adorable, adoptable cats, you'll feel right at home at one of the Triangle's cat cafés. You'll find them in Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and Fuquay-Varina. Cat cafés have surged in popularity lately and they're a win/win. If you just need a dose of feline companionship you can get that. But the cats are adoptable, and … [Read more...] about Four Cat Cafés in the Triangle — Raleigh, Chapel Hill, more…
Raleigh’s Summer Beats Festival July 12
NC Vibes is bringing the fun of the beach to Raleigh with Raleigh's Summer Beats Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event will features live music and dance, games, a food truck rodeo and much more: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Beats Festival July 12
Apex now has a Rainbow Bridge to honor pets who have passed away
Apex Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources has created a Rainbow Bridge at Beaver Creek Greenway. This is a dedicated place to honor and remember our beloved pets who have passed away. You're welcome to bring your pet's collar and attach it to the bridge's rails as a tribute. The Rainbow Bridge is in reference to a famous story and poem about deceased pets reuniting with their owners … [Read more...] about Apex now has a Rainbow Bridge to honor pets who have passed away
