The Dog Guide San Antonio

Movie Mondays, Elf (The Historic Pearl)
2024-12-02 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Historic Pearl
This season, enjoy FREE movies at The Historic Pearl in Pearl Park. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks and picnics for an unforgettable outdoor experience. Movies start approximately at sunset.

Karaoke at Idle Beer
2024-12-03 19:00 - 23:00, 2024-12-10 19:00 - 23:00, 2024-12-17 19:00 - 23:00, 2024-12-24 19:00 - 23:00, 2024-12-31 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-01-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Idle Beer Hall & Brewery, 414 Brooklyn Ave
Tuesday Karaoke Night at #IdleBrewing 🎶 Hosted by Irish Cowboy Productions Karaoke 🎶 Every Tuesday night starting at 7pm — sing your heart out and enjoy a cold beer! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun.

Doggie Days
2024-12-04 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-18 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-25 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-01 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Chicken N Pickle, 5215 UTSA Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78249, United States
Pamper your pup every Wednesday at Chicken N Pickle! We will have the most pawesome local dog-centric vendors on site for you & your pup to explore.

Pearl Farmers Market
2024-12-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-14 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-21 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-28 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-04 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-11 09:00 - 13:00 | The Historic Pearl
Saturdays markets are dedicated to our local farmers and ranchers. Find fresh produce and meat local to South Texas.

Pet Photos with Santa
2024-12-09 11:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-16 11:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-23 11:00 - 20:00 | Ingram Park Mall, 3218 Wurzbach Rd, 78238
Santa has set aside some time dedicated to your four-legged friends so you can come capture magical holiday photos solo or with the whole family! Mix and mingle with other pet lovers while your furry friend takes a paw-satively adorable photo with Santa.
Monday, November 18 and 25 all day
Monday, December 2, 9, 16 and 23 all day

Movie Mondays, The Polar Express (The Historic Pearl)
2024-12-09 17:00 - 19:00 | The Historic Pearl

Santa Paws Parade at the Downtown Dog Market
2024-12-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Make Ready, 203 8th Street
Calling all dog lovers!
Bring your furry friends to The Dog Guide San Antonio’s 5th annual Santa Paws Parade at Downtown Dog Market with Make Ready! This FREE, dog-friendly event runs from 11 AM to 3 PM and is a perfect outing to enjoy with your pup.
Get ready for a festive day of holiday-themed fun, complete with the return of our Santa Paws Parade and costume contest (details below)!
Don’t miss out on our lineup of local vendors offering unique dog-friendly goods! From handmade bandanas to treats, you’ll find something special for your furry friend while supporting local businesses in the dog-loving community.
FREE parking is available at the Make Ready lot, located at 827 Broadway, for registered attendees.
Interested in being a vendor? Fill out our vendor application form here.
Want to become an event partner? Email amy@thedogguide.com.____________________
Santa Paws Parade & Dog Costume Contest Info:
Early bird costume contest entry is just $5 thru Nov. 30.
Santa Paws Parade check-in/registration will be open from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM on event day, with the parade kicking off at 2 PM.
Winners of the costume contest will be announced promptly afterward.
Costume categories include Best Ugly Christmas Sweater, Best Doggy-Owner Duo, and Best in Show. Group costumes count as a single contest entry.
Costume Contest Rules:– Contestants must register dog(s) online or in-person by 1:30 PM on event day.– Pairs or groups may be registered as a team but will only count as one entry.– All dogs must be on leash.– Dogs must be under voice control at all times.– Dogs must be up to date on their vaccinations.
Awards will be given for Best Ugly Christmas Sweater, Best Doggy-Owner Duo, and Best in Show.

Home For The Howlidays Pet Adoption
2024-12-14 11:00 - 2025-01-15 17:00 | 4710 state Hwy 151
Deck the paws this holiday season at our Home for the Howlidays Adoption Fair & Holiday Market! This fur-tastic event will be bursting with festive cheer and the perfect opportunity to find your new four-legged family member while enjoying all the joys of the season.
Event Activities
Photos with Santa Pet Adoptions Hot Cocoa Station Winter Photo Ops Family “Reindeer” Games Holiday Vendor Market Live Music & Food Trucks Pawteria

Special Programming
Holiday Performances by Hawthrown Academy
San Antonio’s first snowfall of the season – guaranteed!
Appearance by La Grinch-a
Read to a Cat programming: check out a holiday-themed book and enjoy reading to shelter cats in Kitty City.
Passport 4 Paws: Take a shelter dog out to explore our event, try our agility course, enjoy a puppuccino, and so much more!

All ACS Pet Adoptions will Include– 1st round of vaccinations– 1st month of Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention– Spay/Neuter Surgery– Lifetime pet training support– Pet beds for the first 100 adoptions!

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For vendor opportunities, please sign up at: saacs.info/hfhvendor

Adoption Event @ Pet Smart 281 & Bitters
2024-12-14 12:30 - 15:00 | Pet Smart
Meet us at PetSmart 281 & Bittersfor a day of wonderful adoptions!
Saturday, December 14, 202412 pm – 3 pm

The Dog Co Toy Drive🎄🎁
2024-12-14 13:00 - 17:00 | The Dog Co. Icehouse, 4302 Hyatt Place Dr, San Antonio
Join Us for a Toy Drive at The Dog Co!
This holiday season, let’s come together to give back! On December 14th at 1 PM, we’re hosting a Toy Drive to bring smiles to underprivileged kids in our community.
Santa Claus will make a special appearance at 4 PM—don’t miss the chance to snap a photo and make some magical memories with your little ones!
How You Can Help:• Bring an unwrapped toy to the event or drop it off at The Dog Co any time before December 14.• Every donation makes a difference in brightening a child’s holiday.
A big THANK YOU to all of our incredible sponsors for making this event possible. Together, we can spread joy and make a meaningful impact this Christmas.
Let’s show the power of giving back—mark your calendars and help us make this a holiday to remember!

Santa Paws Dog Photo & Adoption Event
2024-12-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Down on Grayson, 303 E. Grayson St., San Antonio, TX 78130, 303 E. Grayson St., San Antonio, 78215
Santa is coming to town early to take photos with all of the good boys and girls!
This pet photo event will feature Santa on Down on Grayon’s scenic patio. Guests will use their own cell phones or cameras to capture the perfect dog photos.
This opportunity is available for $10 per reservation. Online registration is recommended as walk ups are available for limited time slots only.
Santa asks that all dogs be on leashes and though he love cats and other animals, they are not invited to this event. All dogs must have current rabies vaccination.
A donation will be made to SNIPSA for each reservation. Looking to adopt a pup this holiday season? Check out SNIPSA’s adoptable pets and meet your new best friend!
Reserve your spot now!

Movie Mondays, How The Grinch Stole Christmas (The Historic Pearl)
2024-12-16 17:00 - 19:00 | The Historic Pearl

Lunch with the Pups
2025-01-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Fish City Grill Alamo Hights
Join us for a First Tuesday benefit at Fish City Grill Alamo Heights! 15% of total sales for lunch will be donated to support Alamo Heights Animal Care Services and our pups. Don’t have time to stop by? Order your food to-go and it will count toward our donation.
AHACS will be on site with adoptable pups! come on out and grab lunch and meet your furry favorite
