Enfield is going to the dogs! We love our four-legged family members, and it's always fun to take them to new places. Here are some upcoming events, along with patios and dog parks where well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Should you take your dog?
Before choosing to take your dog out and about consider whether your dog (and you!) will have a good experience. Typically, well-behaved, socialized dogs who are comfortable around people and other dogs are ideal for these settings. Ensuring your dog is friendly, leash-trained, and non-disruptive will help everyone enjoy their time. Always check specific venue policies and consider your dog's temperament to ensure a pleasant outing for all.
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Upcoming Dog-Friendly Events
Event 1 South Windsor Pet Palooza
- Save the date on your furry friend’s calendar for June 1, 2025 for South Windsor’s first annual Pet Palooza. The event will be held at Nevers Park, from 10 – 3. There will be vendors offering animal services and products, rescue animal pet adoptions, demonstrations, educational booths, pet contests, food trucks and more!
Event 2 The Connecticut Renaissance Faire
- Mark your calendars for The Connecticut Renaissance Faire! This dog friendly event will be held each weekend (plus Columbus Day and Labor Day Mondays) from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM on Aug 30, 2025 to Oct 19,2025 at Lebanon Fair Grounds in Lebanon, CT, US. Admission is $16 per adult, youth ages 7-15 is $10 & free for children under 6.
Event 3 Doggy Paddle
- Mark your calendars for Doggy Paddle! This dog friendly event will be held from 4:30pm-5:30pm and 5:45pm-6:45pm on August 27th 2025 at Addison Park Pool & Splash Pad in Glastonbury, CT, US. Admission is $10 per dog, per wave. Pre-registration is required
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Dog-Friendly Patios
Here are the restaurants, breweries, and bars in that have dog-friendly patios.
(Please note: We haven't double-checked these recommendations. If you aren't sure about whether it's OK to bring your pooch, it's best to call ahead and ask!)
- The Yarde Tavern your dog may join you at shaded picnic tables in the parking lot, but the patio seating nearest the building is not pet friendly. 1658 King St Enfield, CT
- The Scoop Ice Cream Cafe welcomes your pup to join you at a dog-friendly table on their outdoor patio. 18 Church St Ellington, CT
- The Hidden Still is a dog-friendly bar serving furry friends and their owners outside on the patio. 87 West Rd Ellington, CT
- Country Diner is a dog-friendly restaurant in Enfield. They welcome pets at outdoor tables whenever the weather is nice. 111 Hazard Ave Enfield, CT
- Collins Creamery your furry friend can enjoy a delightful pup cup from their walk-up window. 9 Powder Hill Rd Enfield, CT
- Lucky Lou's Bar & Grill pups are welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the patio and even get a dog menu. 222 Main St Wethersfield, CT
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Dog Parks
- Enfield Dog Park is a fully-fenced park with separate areas for large and small dogs.
- Ecology Dr & Town Farm Rd, Enfield, CT
- East Windsor Dog Park one-acre grass park with separate areas for small and large dogs.
- 20 Reservoir Ave, Broad Brook, CT
- Saxony Dog Park This fully-fenced dog park features separate sections for large and small dogs, water during the warmer months, tires for agility work, fire hydrants and more.
- 66 West St Vernon, CT
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Animal Shelters and Volunteer Opportunities
These might not be the best places to take your own dog, but we wanted to give our shelters a shout-out too and let you know about potential volunteer opportunities for your family that give you a chance to make a difference in the lives of pooches in need.
- Dedicated animal lovers are needed to get involved and make a difference.
- Place of rest and recovery for animals with special needs.
- With your support PawSafe can rescue animals from kill shelters and provide them with safe loving homes.
Know of an event, dog-friendly restaurant, dog park, or animal shelter we're missing? Let me know at nicolet@macaronikid.com and we'll add it to our list!
