Dog Days of Winter Festival at U.S. National Whitewater Center Feb 7

Dogs have always been valued guests at Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, but they also get their own festival, on February 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Schedule

Some of these activities have additional costs. Details here.

• 10 a.m.: Dog Jog 5K Trail Race and 1 Mile Walk (registration fees apply)
• 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Dogs on Ice — preregistration recommended. $12 per person
• 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Vendor Village — local pet brands and services
• 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. : Ultimutt Mini Obstacle Course — mini obstacle course including hoops, jumps, more
• 10:30 a.m.: Agility Demo with Happy Dogs Training
• 11:30 a.m.: Paint Your Pet Workshop ($40)
• 11:30 a.m.: AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing ($15)
• 12 p.m.: Adoption event (Shelters and rescue organizations will be located throughout the Vendor Village)
• 12:30 p.m.: Canine Acupressure Class
• 12:30 p.m.: Agility Demo with Happy Dogs Training
• 1 p.m.: Decorate your own dog treat (free)
• 2 p.m.: Bark Buffet opens: Build a bowl made with healthy ingredients for your pup ($10)
• 3 p.m.: Enrichment Clinic with Zoom Room
• 5 to 10 p.m.: Public (human) skating

Dogs on Ice

Dogs on Ice costs $12 for each human. It’s a chance to get out on the ice skating rink with your dog. Humans must wear closed-toe shoes, and it’s recommended that your dog wears booties or other foot coverings.

When dogs are on the ice they must be off leash. At all other times they must be on leash (excepted in the off-leash trails.)

The Whitewater Center reserves the right to limit capacity for Dogs on Ice.

Vendor Village

The Vendor Village will feature pet brands from Charlotte and beyond. This will be a great chance to shop for dog gear, treats and more.