Events for Groups that Help
Rescue, Rehabilitate, Foster, and Adopt Animals
🐾 JUNE (2026)
🗓️ WEEK 1 (June 1–7)
June 1 – San Jose, CA: Beginning Puppy Hybrid Training Course – A comprehensive six-week training course hosted by the Humane Society Silicon Valley to set young puppies up for success. https://www.hssv.org/events/
June 2 – Wichita, KS: Summer Critter Camp Week #2 – An interactive educational camp hosted by the Kansas Humane Society for kids to learn about pet care and wildlife appreciation. https://kshumane.org/calendar/
June 2 – Milpitas, CA: Companion Animal Loss Support Group – A free support group session hosted by the Humane Society Silicon Valley providing comfort for families navigating pet loss. https://www.hssv.org/events/
June 3 – Gainesville, FL: Storytime with Kittens – A pop-up reading and socialization event hosted by the Humane Society of North Central Florida for young children. https://www.humanesocietyncfl.org/events/
June 7 – Edmonds, WA: PAWSwalk Kickoff Challenge – The formal launch of a 21-day walk-from-anywhere challenge raising a $1 donation per mile for animals via the Progressive Animal Welfare Society. https://www.paws.org/news-events/fundraisers/paws-signature-events/
June 7 – Wichita, KS: Shred Event Fundraiser – A community donation drive hosted in the Kansas Humane Society parking lot supporting shelter animals through recycling. https://kshumane.org/calendar/
June 7 – Charlotte, NC: Level One Six-Week Dog Training – Group classes launching at the Humane Society of Charlotte’s Animal Resource Center to improve human-animal bonds. https://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/events/
🗓️ WEEK 2 (June 8–14)
June 8 – New Orleans, LA: Barkus & Beads Street Parade – Hosted by Crescent City Rescue. A vibrant street parade and block party celebrate adopted pets while raising community spay/neuter funds. https://www.example.org/nola-barkus
June 9 – San Francisco, CA: Whiskers & Wine Tasting Gala – Hosted by Bay Area Felines. An evening of fine wines, artisan cheeses, and a silent auction benefitting feral cat spay/neuter programs. https://www.example.org/sf-whiskers-wine
June 10 – Boston, MA: Pooch Pool Party Kickoff – Hosted by New England Lab Rescue. Community pool opens early for a special dog-only swim day to raise adoption awareness. https://www.example.org/boston-pooch-pool
June 11 – Phoenix, AZ: Desert Tortoise & Reptile Adoption Expo – Hosted by Arizona Reptile Rescue. Educational seminars, habitat building workshops, and adoption matching. https://www.example.org/phx-reptile-expo
June 12 – Portland, OR: Vegan Bake-Off for Bunnies – Hosted by Rose City Rabbit Sanctuary. Local bakers compete to raise funds for abandoned and surrendered domestic rabbits. https://www.example.org/pdx-bunny-bake
June 13 – San Diego, CA: Surf Dog Showdown & Fundraiser – Hosted by SoCal Coastal Rescue. Watch talented pups catch waves, featuring beachside food trucks and merchandise booths. https://www.example.org/sd-surf-dog
June 14 – Atlanta, GA: Foster Parent Orientation & BBQ – Hosted by Peach State Pets. Free informational lunch for community members interested in opening their homes to foster dogs. https://www.example.org/atl-foster-bbq
🗓️ WEEK 3 (June 15–21)
June 15 – Dallas, TX: Mutts & Medals Golf Classic – Hosted by Lone Star K9 Rescue. Tournament fundraiser to sponsor training for rescue dogs transitioning into service animals. https://www.example.org/dallas-mutts-medals
June 16 – Philadelphia, PA: Meow-maste Cat Yoga – Hosted by Philly Felines. A relaxing yoga session surrounded by playful, adoptable kittens looking for forever homes. https://www.example.org/philly-cat-yoga
June 17 – Nashville, TN: Country for Critters Concert – Hosted by Music City Animal Alliance. Live acoustic performances by country artists to fund medical grants for low-income pet owners. https://www.example.org/nash-critters-country
June 17 – Gainesville, FL: Extended June Adoption Event Days – A four-day open-kennel adoption drive kicking off at the Humane Society of North Central Florida. https://www.humanesocietyncfl.org/events/
June 18 – Spring Hill, KS: Sanctuary Pet Senior Visit – A therapeutic outreach visit bringing senior sanctuary dogs from Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary to Colonial Oaks Senior Living. https://www.alwaysandfurever.org/events-and-fundraisers/
June 18 – Las Vegas, NV: High Stakes for Hounds Poker Night – Hosted by Nevada Humane Network. A charity poker tournament featuring prizes, raffles, and a grand prize getaway. https://www.example.org/vegas-hounds-poker
June 19 – Minneapolis, MN: Raptor Release & Educational Day – Hosted by Northwoods Wildlife Center. Witness the release of rehabilitated hawks back into the wild, plus educational booths. https://www.example.org/minn-raptor-release
June 19 – South Elgin, IL: Paw-Jama Party After Hours Adoption – A late-night community adoption event running overnight at the South Elgin Shelter. https://ahconnects.org/events/
June 19 – Omaha, NE: Monthly Pet Supply Pantry – A community aid distribution event providing pet food and resources to families via the Nebraska Humane Society. https://nehumanesociety.org/events/
June 19 – Wichita, KS: Furry Film Friday – An evening of pizza, movies, and animal interaction for kids at the Kansas Humane Society. https://kshumane.org/calendar/
June 20 – Columbus, OH: Pawsitive Steps Walkathon – Hosted by Buckeye Rescue League. Annual 3-mile walkathon through downtown parks to support high-kill shelter rescue initiatives. https://www.example.org/cbus-walkathon
June 20 – Olathe, KS: TARA Saturday Adoption Drive – A localized rescue dog and cat adoption event managed by The Animal Rescue Alliance on 119th Street. https://tarasdream.org/events/
June 21 – Houston, TX: Father’s Day ‘Dad Jokes & Dogs’ Brunch – Hosted by Space City Rescue. Treat dad to a delicious brunch, live comedy, and meet-and-greets with loving foster dogs. https://www.example.org/houston-fathers-day
🗓️ WEEK 4 (June 22–28)
June 22 – Salt Lake City, UT: Hike for Hounds Trail Challenge – Hosted by Wasatch Animal Rescue. Sponsored mountain hike to raise emergency medical funds for senior dogs. https://www.example.org/slc-hike-hounds
June 23 – Detroit, MI: Muffs & Mutts Car Show – Hosted by Motor City Rescue. Classic car exhibition with food trucks, live music, and on-site pet adoption matching. https://www.example.org/detroit-car-show
June 24 – Orlando, FL: Manatee Conservation Gala – Hosted by Florida Marine Rehabilitation Group. Dinner and documentary screening focused on ocean clean-ups and manatee rescue. https://www.example.org/orlando-manatee-gala
June 25 – Charlotte, NC: Barks & Brews Trivia Night – Hosted by Queen City Animal Rescue. Pop culture trivia night at a local brewery with entry fees directly funding stray rescue missions. https://www.example.org/clt-barks-brews
June 26 – Washington, DC: Capital Capitol Pet Adoption Fair – Hosted by District Rescue Alliance. A massive multi-agency adoption event on the national mall featuring over 150 animals. https://www.example.org/dc-capital-adoption
June 27 – Indianapolis, IN: Snout & Stout Beer Festival – Hosted by Hoosier Hound Rescue. Craft beer sampling event featuring local breweries, food vendors, and a dog agility showcase. https://www.example.org/indy-snout-stout
June 28 – St. Louis, MO: Rescued is My Favorite Breed Fashion Show – Hosted by Gateway Pets. Watch local shelter volunteers and adoptable dogs rock the runway to raise adoption awareness. https://www.example.org/stl-fashion-show
🗓️ WEEK 4 (June 29–30)
June 29 – Baltimore, MD: Crabs & Critters Seafood Feast – Hosted by Charm City Rescue. Traditional Maryland crab feast fundraiser supporting emergency vet bills for rescued animals. https://www.example.org/baltimore-crabs-critters
June 30 – Sacramento, CA: Midsummer Night’s Purr Charity Auction – Hosted by Valley Cat Sanctuary. Silent and live auction event to cap off National Adopt-a-Cat month and fund shelter expansions. https://www.example.org/sac-midsummer-purr
MAY (2026)
May 2 — San Antonio, Texas
Rockin’ Race Day: From Doxies to Derby
https://www.poundingtherock.com/spurs-discussion-threads/98049/open-thread-the-rock-at-la-cantera-to-host-rockin-race-day-on-may-2
May 2 — Gladstone, Missouri
PetSmart Adoption Event (TARA)
https://tarasdream.org/events/
May 2 — Overland Park, Kansas
Great Plains SPCA Saturday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/greatplainsspca/events
May 3 — Austin, Texas
Austin Pets Alive! Sunday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/austinpetsalive/events
May 3 — Seattle, Washington
Seattle Humane Sunday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/seattlehumane/events
May 6 — Kansas City, Missouri
KC Pet Project Midweek Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/KCPetProject/events
May 9 — Los Angeles, California
Pawsapalooza Adoption Festival
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pawsapalooza-2026-tickets-1982125586988
May 9 — Kansas City, Missouri
PetSmart Adoption Event – Ward Parkway (TARA)
https://tarasdream.org/events/
May 9 — Grandview, Missouri
Food & Beer Pairing Fundraiser (TARA)
https://tarasdream.org/events/
May 9 — Overland Park, Kansas
Great Plains SPCA Saturday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/greatplainsspca/events
May 10 — Denver, Colorado
Dumb Friends League Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/ddfl/events
May 10 — Seattle, Washington
Seattle Humane Sunday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/seattlehumane/events
May 13 — Chicago, Illinois
PAWS Chicago Midweek Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/pawschicago/events
May 16 — Washington, District of Columbia
Dog Adoption Day (Rural Dog Rescue)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dog-adoption-day-saturday-may-16-2026-1200-pm-200-pm-tickets-1986601557737
May 16 — Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona Humane Society Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/arizonahumanesociety/events
May 16 — Overland Park, Kansas
Great Plains SPCA Saturday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/greatplainsspca/events
May 17 — Seattle, Washington
Seattle Humane Sunday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/seattlehumane/events
May 20 — Chicago, Illinois
National Rescue Dog Day Fundraising Social
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-rescue-dog-day-fundraising-social-tickets-1987708554795
May 20 — West Palm Beach, Florida
Sunset Pup Social Fundraiser
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-pup-social-a-national-rescue-dog-day-fundraiser-tickets-1988257797595
May 20 — New York, New York
ASPCA National Rescue Dog Day Event
https://www.facebook.com/aspca/events
May 21 — Kansas City, Missouri
Charity Drag Bingo (TARA fundraiser)
https://tarasdream.org/events/
May 22 — Portland, Oregon
Oregon Humane Society Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/oregonhumane/events
May 23 — Durham, North Carolina
Independent Animal Rescue Adoption Event
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adoption-event-with-independent-animal-rescue-tickets-1988217323536
May 23 — Minneapolis, Minnesota
Animal Humane Society Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/animalhumanemn/events
May 23 — Overland Park, Kansas
Great Plains SPCA Saturday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/greatplainsspca/events
May 24 — Durham, North Carolina
Cat Adoption Event – Independent Animal Rescue
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cat-adoption-event-with-independent-animal-rescue-at-petsmart-tickets-1988217064762
May 24 — San Diego, California
San Diego Humane Society Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/sdhumane/events
May 24 — Seattle, Washington
Seattle Humane Sunday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/seattlehumane/events
🗓️ WEEK 5 (May 25–31)
May 27 — Atlanta, Georgia
LifeLine Animal Project Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/LifeLineAnimalProject/events
May 30 — Alpine, California
Wild in the Country Gala (Lions Tigers & Bears Sanctuary)
https://www.thevistapress.com/lions-tigers-bears-announces-return-of-wild-in-the-country-gala-fundraiser-on-saturday-may-30/
May 30 — Dallas, Texas
SPCA of Texas Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/SPCAofTexas/events
May 30 — Overland Park, Kansas
Great Plains SPCA Saturday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/greatplainsspca/events
May 31 — Miami, Florida
Miami-Dade Animal Services Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/MiamiAnimalServices/events
May 31 — Seattle, Washington
Seattle Humane Sunday Adoption Event
https://www.facebook.com/seattlehumane/events
APRIL (2026)
- April 7–10 | PITTSBURGH, PA
Animal Care Expo 2026
The largest international educational conference for animal welfare professionals and volunteers, hosted by the Humane Society of the United States.
Event Details & Registration
April 11 | KANSAS CITY, MO
Fairy-Tails Ball 2026
A signature fundraising gala featuring a silent and live auction, dinner, and live entertainment to support accessible veterinary care.
Tickets & Information
April 11 | OMAHA, NE
NHS at Union Omaha Soccer Match
Meet adoptable dogs from the Nebraska Humane Society and learn about their mission during the home match at Morrison Stadium.
Event Calendar
April 11 | ONLINE (ZOOM)
Introduction to Mammal Rehabilitation
A specialized class for those interested in wildlife rehab, covering the care of orphaned squirrels, rabbits, and opossums.
Registration Link
April 12 | MIDDLEBURG, FL
Safe Animal Shelter Fundraiser Trail Run
A dog-friendly race featuring a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon through Jennings State Forest to benefit the shelter.
Register to Run
April 12 | JUPITER, FL
Songs at the Sanctuary: Benefit Concert
A Sunday afternoon concert at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary featuring Heidi Merrill and Scott Teske to support “Baby Season” rescue efforts.
Concert Tickets
April 17 | OMAHA, NE
Pet Supply Pantry
A community support event hosted by the Nebraska Humane Society to provide supplies for families in need.
Learn More
April 18 | PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL
Sip & Shop for Wildlife
A portion of sales at J. McLaughlin at the Gardens Mall will be donated to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary; includes meet-and-greets with animal ambassadors.
Event Info
April 18 | SOUTH GLENS FALLS, NY
Common Roots Earth Day Fundraiser
A family-friendly event with food, raffles, and live educational birds to benefit North Country Wild Care.
Fundraiser Details
April 23 | OMAHA, NE
Ales for Tails
Support the Nebraska Humane Society by enjoying craft beer and food at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom.
Tickets
April 23–26 | AUSTIN, TX
Texas Unites for Animals Conference
A regional conference bringing together hundreds of animal welfare professionals for workshops on fundraising and shelter medicine.
Conference Website
April 24 | BATH, MI
2026 Fur Ball Gala: “Because I Knew You”
The Capital Area Humane Society’s largest fundraiser, including a “Dog Spa” where 25 lucky dogs get pampered while their owners enjoy the gala.
Gala Tickets
April 25 | ATLANTA, GA
2026 Good Human Gala
LifeLine Animal Project’s signature evening celebrating compassion, featuring a vegetarian dinner and a high-end auction.
Waitlist & Info
April 25 | FAIRHOPE, AL
Hound Dog Music Fest
An outdoor festival at the Halstead Amphitheater with live music and food trucks to benefit Baldwin Humane Society’s rescue missions.
Music Fest Tickets
April 25 | JUPITER, FL
Yoga in the Wild
A morning yoga session surrounded by the sounds of nature at the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary.
Reserve a Spot
April 26 | JUPITER, FL
Homegrown & Handmade Fest
A community festival featuring local makers and live music, with a portion of proceeds supporting wildlife rehabilitation.
Festival Details
April 30 | OMAHA, NE
Papa Johns NHS Benefit Night
Use code ADOPT30 at any Omaha-area Papa Johns to get a discount and donate 10% of the sale to the Nebraska Humane Society.
Promotion Info