Throughout the state of Indiana, we are fortunate to have so many dog-friendly places that allow dog owners to bring their pets along (many of these can be found in Indianapolis – check out our list!).
As dog trainers, these establishments present amazing training opportunities for us. For the dogs we work with at Greenside Canine, we are able to generalize newly learned behaviors and work on important socialization in a variety of interesting and exciting settings. This helps to create well-rounded dogs who are more likely to exhibit consistent behaviors, no matter the environment.
Not only are we lucky to have such a welcoming, pet-friendly community in our state; there are also an abundance of events that take place throughout the year that invite dogs to attend. In this article, we will outline some of the dog-friendly events that are taking place in Indiana throughout 2025.
Have we missed a dog-friendly event in Indiana that you’re attending, or do you want to get your event featured on our list? Reach out to us at train@greensidecanine.com and we’ll add it to this article.
Bark in the Park with the Indianapolis Indians

Location
Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
Dates & Times
Thursday April 17, 6:35 PM
Thursday May 29, 6:35 PM
Thursday June 26, 7:05 PM
Thursday July 24, 7:05 PM
Thursday August 28, 6:35 PM
Thursday September 11, 6:35 PM
Website
https://www.milb.com/indianapolis/tickets/bark-in-the-park
Price
$13 for humans; $7 for dogs
Event Details
The Indianapolis Indians are the Triple-A affiliate of Major League Baseball’s Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’re inviting you to attend selected games this season with your pup as part of Bark in the Park! Tickets grant you and your dog access to the left and center field lawn at Victory Field.
Mooresville Summer Concert Series

Location
Pioneer Park – 1101 Indianapolis Rd, Mooresville, IN, 46158
Dates
Friday, May 16
Thursday, May 29
Friday, June 6
Thursday, June 12
Friday, June 20
Friday, July 11
Thursday, July 17
Friday, July 25
All concerts start at 7:00PM.
Price
Free
Event Details
Featuring eight live shows throughout the summer, the Mooresville Summer Concert Series features locally recognized and up-and-coming bands. Bring your own refreshments, seating and your dog, and enjoy memorable summer evenings listening to some great music. Due to construction scheduled for Main Street in Downtown Mooresville, all concerts in 2025 will be held at Pioneer Park.
Mutt Strut 2025

Location
Celebration Plaza at White River State Park
801 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Date & Time
Saturday, April 5 – 8:00AM to 12:00PM
Website
https://indyhumane.org/muttstrut/
Price
Proceeds/donations from this event help to raise funds for IndyHumane.
Event Details
Bring your pup along to the 2025 Mutt Strut event, benefiting IndyHumane! Dogs should be kept on a leash during this event. Registration includes a swag bag which includes a t-shirt, and finishers will receive a commemorative medal.
Indiana’s Brewery Running Series

Locations
Various (see below)
Dates & Times
Saturday, March 22 (Sun King Brewery)
Saturday, April 12 (Sahm’s Tavern)
Saturday, April 26 (Taxman Brewing Company)
Saturday, May 10 (Ash & Elm)
Saturday, May 31 (Kismetic Beer Co.)
Saturday, June 28 (Guggman Haus Brewing)
Saturday, July 26 (Upland Brewing)
Saturday, August 9 (Chilly Water Brewing Co.)
Saturday, September 6 (Centerpoint Brewing Co.)
Saturday, September 20 (Four Day Ray Brewing Co.)
Saturday, October 11 (Big Lug Canteen)
Saturday, October 25 (Metazoa Brewing Company)
Website
https://www.breweryrunningseries.com/locations/indiana#races
Price
Free
Event Details
The Indiana Brewery Running Series takes place across Indiana on Saturdays throughout 2025. A 5k run that starts and ends at local breweries, this is a fun run-style event that welcomes all levels of runners. The best part? At the end, you get to sample some of the finest craft beers that Indiana has to offer. Many breweries have dog-friendly patios, but it is best to check in advance if dogs are permitted, as rules will vary by establishment.
Mad Paws Doggie Egg Hunt

Locations
1601 S Rogers St, Bloomington, IN, US, 47403
Dates & Times
Saturday April 19, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Website
https://bloomington.in.gov/parks/events/dog-events
Price
$7 per dog
Event Details
This Easter-themed event takes place at the Switchyard Park Dog Park, where your dog will have the opportunity to sniff out a variety of dog treats. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet for this event.