The Great Pup Meet Up

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Fun for pets and humans alike

Location

The Big Field

Category

Wellness & Recreation

Group of women and dogs

Event Details

Grab your pup and enjoy this tail-wagging community event in partnership with RPD's North Community Engagement Unit and Raleigh Animal Control! This pet-friendly gathering brings together local vets offering vaccines and microchipping, pet-focused vendors, and community resources all in one place. 

Enjoy food trucks, browse pet store and animal-related vendors, and explore pet-focused local organizations and services. Whether you’re looking to take care of your pet’s health, discover new products, or just let your dog socialize and play, this is the perfect afternoon for pets and people alike.

Know Before You Go

Big Field Address: 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh NC 27603

  • Via Western Boulevard: Enter at Hunt Drive
  • Via Lake Wheeler Road: Enter at Goode Street
  • Via Centennial Parkway: Enter at Blair Dr
  • Follow signs to Big Field

Park Map

In the case of inclement weather, the event may be postponed or canceled. 

  • Temporary restrooms will be available at the event site with ADA accessible facilities included.
  • Indoor restrooms can be found at the Gipson Play Plaza, House of Many Porches Market, and the Stone House Visitor Center.

Dix Park continues to strive to be accessible and welcoming for visitors, including those with disabilities. Currently, portions of Dix Park, including some areas where programs and events occur, have uneven surfaces and are not fully accessible. Accessibility is a primary focus for all park improvements and development.

Event Site: This program takes place in the grass on the Big Field. Walking from parking areas to the program site is necessary.

Parking: ADA parking spaces are available in all paved parking lots. The nearest accessible parking is located on Blair Drive. 

Restrooms: ADA temporary restrooms provided at the event site. Indoor restrooms are located at the Stone Houses, House of Many Porches, and Gipson Play Plaza. 

Programs and Events: Raleigh Parks Inclusion Services works with community members to support participation. To request a program modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please complete and submit the Accommodation Request Form or contact Inclusion Services staff at 919-996-2147 or ParksInclusion@raleighnc.gov.

Contact Dix Park Staff at 919-996-3255 or events@dixpark.org