Dog-Friendly Events Around Fresno, Madera and Oakhurst | September 25–27, 2026

Clear the weekend calendar because your pup has places to go!

From yard-sale treasure hunting and live music to Oktoberfest, wine tasting and a special Blessing of the Animals, there are plenty of ways to get out of the house together this weekend.

Every outing in this guide welcomes dogs. Check the individual listing for leash, vaccination and reservation requirements, then choose an adventure, or make a full weekend of it.

First Stop: Bentley’s Barkery

Before you head out, stop by Bentley’s and pick up a Woofle for the road. It is an easy treat to carry, portion and share with your pup between adventures.

Tell us where you’re headed when you stop in. We want to know what our pupstomers are doing this weekend!

Friday, September 25

Oktoberfest at Tioga-Sequoia

Tioga-Sequoia is celebrating Oktoberfest at its Downtown Fresno Beer Garden. Dogs are always welcome, so your pup can join you for the festivities.

Check Tioga-Sequoia’s current event update for Friday’s Oktoberfest schedule before heading over.

Where: Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden
Address: 745 Fulton Street, Fresno

Friday Night at Gazebo Gardens

Enjoy food trucks, live music and a relaxed evening in the garden with your pup. Chicken & Whiskey is scheduled to perform Friday evening.

Dogs are welcome at Gazebo Gardens, making this an easy Friday-night outing for the entire family.

Music begins: Around 6:00 p.m.
Where: Gazebo Gardens, Fresno

Saturday, September 26

ARF Dog-Friendly Yard Sale

Shop for a good cause at Animal Rescue of Fresno’s yard sale. You may find antiques, vintage items, clothing, books, kitchen supplies and other treasures.

All proceeds benefit Animal Rescue of Fresno’s Medical Fund.

Leashed dogs are welcome, but they must be up to date on their vaccinations.

When: 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Where: Animal Rescue of Fresno
Address: 4545 E. Dakota Avenue, Fresno

Madera Old Timers Day Parade

Old Timers Day begins with a parade through Downtown Madera, followed by Booths in the Park at Courthouse Park.

Dogs are welcome, but they must remain on a leash.

Parade begins: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Downtown Madera and Courthouse Park

Blessing of the Animals

Memorial United Methodist Church in Clovis is holding its annual Blessing of the Animals.

This is a sweet opportunity to bring your pup for a special blessing and spend time with other animal-loving families.

When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Memorial United Methodist Church, Clovis

Live Music at Solitary Cellars

Dave Aguallo will perform live on the Grassy Knoll. Bring a chair or blanket, relax with a glass of wine and enjoy the afternoon with your pup.

Pups are welcome.

Music: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Winery hours: 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Where: Solitary Cellars
Address: 14439 N. Friant Road, Friant

Palette to Palate at Yosemite Wine Tails

Take a drive to Oakhurst for an afternoon at Yosemite Wine Tails—a place created with wine lovers and their dogs in mind.

When: 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Where: Yosemite Wine Tails
Address: 40409 Highway 41, Oakhurst

Saturday Night at Gazebo Gardens

Central Valley Groove is scheduled to perform Saturday evening. Come for the music, visit the food trucks and bring your leashed pup along.

Music begins: Around 6:00 p.m.
Where: Gazebo Gardens, Fresno

Sunday, September 27

Brown Sugar Live at Solitary Cellars

Brown Sugar will close out the weekend with live music on the Grassy Knoll. Walk-ins are welcome, although reservations are recommended for wine tasting.

Pups are welcome.

Music: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Winery hours: 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Where: Solitary Cellars, Friant

Turf in the Bog at Yosemite Wine Tails

Enjoy a laid-back Sunday featuring solo Irish flute music at Yosemite Wine Tails. Bring your pup and settle in for an easy afternoon in Oakhurst.

When: 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Where: Yosemite Wine Tails, Oakhurst

Unplugged and Uncorked at Engelmann Cellars

Spend Sunday afternoon at Engelmann Cellars’ Picnic in the Park. Allen Woodward is scheduled to perform from 2:00–5:00 p.m.

Weekend tasting hours are dog friendly. Bring a chair or blanket, and keep your pup leashed while you enjoy the afternoon.

Winery and brewery hours: 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Live music: 2:00–5:00 p.m.
Where: Engelmann Cellars
Address: 3275 N. Rolinda Avenue, Fresno

An Anytime Dog-Friendly Patio Stop

South of Shaw Beer Company

If you prefer an outing without a set schedule, South of Shaw has a dog-friendly patio where you can relax with your pup.

Where: South of Shaw Beer Company
Address: 755 Broadway Street, Fresno

Before You Head Out

Bring a leash, water, waste bags and anything your pup needs to stay comfortable. Please make sure vaccinations are current, especially if you are visiting the ARF Yard Sale.

Watch your pup’s comfort level around crowds, music and other dogs. A good outing is one your pup enjoys too.

And don’t forget their weekend treat. Stop by Bentley’s Barkery for a Woofle for the road, then tag us in a photo from your adventure. We would love to see where our pupstomers spent the weekend.

Hosting a dog-friendly event in Fresno, Madera or Kings County? Send Bentley’s a message so we can consider adding it to an upcoming weekend guide.

Have fun, be safe and give your pup an extra treat from us.

Ebony & Bentley