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Halloween Dog Events

Dog Events in Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne | 30 October-1 November 2026

If your dog owns a costume, this is the weekend it finally earns its keep. Halloween has worked its way through the dog calendar, bringing parades, pup-cup potion bars, themed markets and a few very patient dogs dressed as pumpkins.

Away from the fake cobwebs, Melbourne Cup weekend has produced one of the biggest specialty-show programs of the year. Brisbane has rally, scent work, agility and trick dog, while Adelaide has a good mix of scent work, dancing, tricks and championship shows.

Everything below was checked against an organiser, venue, council or governing-body source at the time of publication. Event details can still change, so use the link in each listing before heading out.

Competition events are intended for entered dogs. Do not bring a pet dog as a spectator unless the organiser confirms it is allowed.

Adelaide

Lucky Dumpling Market

Friday 30 October and Saturday 31 October | 12:00pm-11:00pm
Sunday 1 November | 12:00pm-10:00pm
Elder Park, Adelaide Riverbank

Lucky Dumpling Market finishes its 2026 season this weekend, with food, drinks and live entertainment beside the river. Well-socialised dogs are welcome on lead, although the organiser recommends visiting before 7:00pm when it is quieter. Entry is free and no booking is required. Check the dog conditions and daily hours in the official market FAQs.

Scruffer Lovers Howl-O-Ween

Saturday 31 October | 12:00pm-5:00pm
Angus Neill Reserve, Seacliff

This one is built around dogs rather than simply allowing them through the gate. Dog Daze Studios will be taking Halloween pet pawtraits at the Scruffer Lovers event, so it is a chance to get a seasonal photo without trying to persuade your dog to pose at home. See the date and event details on the Dog Daze Studios calendar.

Prospect Spring Fair

Saturday 31 October | 10:00am-3:00pm
Broadview Oval / Yarnta Tutu yarta, Broadview

The Prospect Spring Fair has market stalls, food and family activities, with dogs welcome on lead under their owner’s control. Entry is free and no ticket is needed. This listing covers the social fair only; check the City of Prospect event page for access points and current conditions.

Para District Obedience Dog Club Scent Work Trial

Saturday 31 October | From 9:00am
Saints Road, Salisbury

Saturday morning starts with a scent work trial at Salisbury. This is for entered competition dogs and the public information does not confirm ordinary pet dogs as spectators. The fixture is listed on the Dogs SA upcoming events page.

Dances with Dogs Club of South Australia Double Trial

Saturday 31 October | 9:00am and not before 12:30pm
Virginia Community Centre, Virginia

Two Dances with Dogs sessions are scheduled at Virginia Community Centre. Competitors combine trained movement, teamwork and music in routines judged across the day. Times and venue are confirmed by Dogs SA.

St Helen’s Market Pet Pawtraits

Sunday 1 November | 9:00am-1:00pm
St Helen’s Park, 39 Prospect Road, Prospect

Dog Daze Studios will be at St Helen’s Market with its mobile pet photography set-up for dogs and their people. Portrait pricing is not published on the calendar, so check directly if you want more than a market wander and a hopeful look at the camera. Details are on the Dog Daze Studios event calendar.

Murray Valley Kennel Club Double Championship Shows

Sunday 1 November | 9:00am and not before 12:00pm
David Roche Park, Cromwell Road, Kilburn

Murray Valley Kennel Club has two all-breeds championship shows at David Roche Park on Sunday. Dogs SA advises that Ray Barter replaces Yvonne Stanton for both shows. Check the Dogs SA upcoming events and member noticeboard before travelling.

Southern Districts Scent Work Trial

Sunday 1 November | Not before 12:00pm
Elizabeth House, Christies Downs

Southern Districts Kennel and Obedience Dog Club runs its scent work trial from midday on Sunday. This is a competition fixture for entered dogs; the organiser has not confirmed ordinary spectator pets. See the listing through Dogs SA.

Dances with Dogs Club of South Australia Double Trick Dog Test

Sunday 1 November | 9:00am and not before 12:30pm
Virginia Community Centre, Virginia

The Dances with Dogs Club returns to Virginia on Sunday for two Trick Dog test sessions. It is a good chance to see what familiar skills can look like when they are polished into a formal routine. The fixture is confirmed on the Dogs SA upcoming events page.

Brisbane

West End Farmers and Community Markets

Saturday 31 October | 6:00am-2:00pm
Davies Park, West End

West End Markets welcomes dogs on lead and provides water bowls at the information desk and around the market. Entry is free, making this an easy early outing before the Halloween crowds build. The dated listing is on Visit Brisbane, with the dog rules in the market conditions.

Powerhouse Farmers Markets

Saturday 31 October | 6:00am-12:00pm
Brisbane Powerhouse forecourt, Lamington Street, New Farm

The Powerhouse Farmers Markets are another early, dog-welcoming option, with produce and food stalls running until noon. The organiser specifically names 31 October as the next market and welcomes dogs. See the official market page.

Carseldine Farmers and Artisan Markets

Saturday 31 October | 6:00am-12:00pm
133 Dorville Road, Carseldine

Carseldine Markets allows dogs on lead and provides water bowls around the site. Entry and parking are free. The date is confirmed by Queensland’s event calendar, while the market visitor conditions cover dogs.

PetO Stafford Rescue Meet and Greet

Saturday 31 October | 10:00am-2:00pm
PetO Stafford, 36 Webster Road, Stafford

The Not Forgotten Ones meet and greet includes pup cups, a raffle and a children’s colouring table. Visitors may bring their dogs, although the listing does not specify which rescue animals will attend. Details are on the PetO Stafford page.

Bark and Beer: Halloween Edition

Saturday 31 October | 5:00pm-7:00pm
Meet at the Gasometer, Gasworks Plaza, Newstead

This ticketed Halloween outing begins with a short trick-or-treat walk and finishes at Gas Hound Bar and Kitchen. Dogs must stay leashed, under control and comfortable around people and other dogs. Welcome drinks are available in alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. Check availability on the official Eventbrite page.

Redcliffe Markets Festival of Frights

Saturday 31 October | 4:00pm-9:00pm
Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe

Redcliffe Parade gets the full Halloween treatment for the Festival of Frights. Entry is free, dogs are allowed on lead under the market’s visitor conditions and the evening is likely to be busy. If your dog would rather avoid costumes, noise and crowds, this may be one to enjoy without them. See the official Redcliffe Markets page and visitor conditions.

German Shepherd Dog Club of Queensland Double Rally Trials

Saturday 31 October | Judging from 8:00am
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack

Two unrestricted all-breeds rally trials run at Durack on Saturday morning, with vetting from 7:00am to 7:45am. The full program is in the official trial schedule.

German Shorthaired Pointer Club Scent Work Trial

Saturday 31 October | Judging from 7:30am
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack

This all-breeds vehicle scent work trial covers Novice through Masters. The live entry page confirms Durack as the current venue, replacing earlier provisional information. Check the current Show Manager listing before leaving home.

Dogs Queensland Purple Agility Trial

Saturday 31 October | Judging from 4:00pm
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack

Saturday afternoon at Durack brings agility and jumpers fundraiser trials, with vetting from 3:00pm. The schedule appears in the Dogs Queensland October Gazette.

Eagle Farm Markets

Sunday 1 November | 6:00am-12:00pm
Eagle Farm Racecourse, 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot

The Sunday farmers market at Eagle Farm expressly includes dogs in the family outing. Pedestrians enter through Gate 4 and public parking is available in the infield via Gate 7. Check the official Eagle Farm Markets page for current entry conditions.

Milton Markets

Sunday 1 November | 6:00am-12:00pm
Milton Green, Cribb Street and Little Cribb Street, Milton

Dogs are welcome on lead at Milton Markets, where entry is free and nearby undercover parking is advertised at $3 for the market period. The date appears on Queensland’s event calendar, with dog conditions on the official market site.

Riverside at the Gardens Market

Sunday 1 November | 8:00am-3:00pm
City Botanic Gardens forecourt, Brisbane City

Riverside at the Gardens is free to enter and welcomes dogs, provided they are controlled and visitors follow garden signage. Strong winds can cause cancellation, so check the dated Visit Brisbane listing and the organiser’s FAQs before travelling.

German Shepherd Dog Club of Queensland Double Trick Dog Trials

Sunday 1 November | Judging from 8:00am
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack

Sunday at Durack starts with two unrestricted all-breeds Trick Dog trials. Vetting runs from 7:00am to 7:45am. Times and classes are in the official club schedule.

Melbourne

Port Melbourne Howl-O-Ween

Saturday 31 October | 10:00am-2:00pm; parade at 11:00am
Bay Street precinct and Olive’s Corner, Port Melbourne

Port Melbourne is giving dogs their own Halloween zone, complete with a costumed paw parade, professional photos and giveaways. The wider event is free, but parade entry requires registration. Starting Over Dog Rescue will also attend with adoptable dogs. Find the program on the Port Melbourne event page and register through TryBooking.

PetO Maribyrnong Halloween Event

Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November | 10:00am-5:00pm
PetO Maribyrnong, Unit 1, 2-6 Sloane Street, Maribyrnong

PetO Maribyrnong has two days of pup cups, a picture hunt, trick-for-treat activities and a lucky dip. Dogs may attend and no admission charge or booking requirement is published. Check the store event page before visiting.

PetO Pakenham Howloween Extravaganza

Saturday 31 October | 10:00am-4:00pm
PetO Pakenham, Pakenham Lifestyle Centre, 825 Princes Highway

The Pakenham store is running a pup-cup potion bar, games, Halloween craft and treats. Dogs are welcome, while any purchases or individual activity charges are separate. See the PetO Pakenham event listing.

Howl-o-ween Dogs of 1 Club

Saturday 31 October | 3:00pm-5:00pm
Crane Terrace, 1 Hotel Melbourne, 9 Maritime Place, Docklands

An outdoor riverside afternoon with dog sketches, puppuccinos, a treat bar and a casual best-dressed activity. Tickets are $10, with the full price supporting Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Book through the official 1 Hotel event page.

Puppy Yoga West Melbourne

Sunday 1 November | 10:00am, 12:00pm and 2:00pm
La Encantada Collective, 69 Abbotsford Street, West Melbourne

Yoga Paws has three 60-minute sessions on Sunday, with puppies supplied through its animal partners. Tickets are $59, mats are supplied and the minimum age is 12. Your own dog stays home for this one. Book at Yoga Paws Puppy Yoga.

Friday Specialty Shows and Scent Work

Friday 30 October | KCC Park, Skye and Bulla Exhibition Centre

Melbourne Cup weekend begins early, with five verified programs across the two main venues. These are competition events for entered dogs, and spectator pets are not confirmed.

Rottweiler Club of Victoria Diamond Championship Show

Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye

The Rottweiler Club marks its 75th Diamond Championship Show with a two-day program. Saturday judging starts at 8:00am; Sunday’s public start time is not stated. Check the club’s current events page and Dogs Victoria schedule updates before travelling.

Saturday at KCC Park

Saturday 31 October | Various start times
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye

KCC Park has 10 verified specialty and performance programs on Saturday. Unless a club says otherwise, assume the grounds are for entered competition dogs rather than pet-dog spectators.

Saturday at Bulla

Saturday 31 October | Various start times
Bulla Exhibition Centre, 5 Uniting Lane, Bulla

Bulla has another 13 verified programs, ranging from the Rarer Gundog Spaniel show at 8:30am to Great Danes at 5:00pm. Every listing below is supported by the current Dogs Victoria calendar or an organiser page; some programs contain two or three separate shows.

Sunday Specialty Shows

Sunday 1 November | KCC Park and Bulla Exhibition Centre

Sunday closes the weekend with 11 more verified programs. Three are at KCC Park and the remaining eight are at Bulla.

That is a lot of dog activity for one weekend, even before anyone counts the number of capes, bat wings and tiny witch hats likely to appear. Pick the outing that suits your dog rather than the one that looks best in a photo, check the organiser’s latest update and leave some room in the weekend for an ordinary walk.

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