Many churches invite people to bring in their pets for the Blessing of the Animals in early October. This special event has become a much-loved part of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, which takes place October 4.
Saint Francis of Assisi was a Catholic friar in the 12th and 13th centuries who founded the religious order of the Franciscans and who is the patron saint of animals.
Blessing of the Animals in the Charlotte Area
Here are just a few opportunities to bring your pet to a Blessing of the Animals in the Charlotte area. This is far from a complete list. Make sure to check churches near you too! And if you know of a Blessing of the Animals events that should be on our list, send us an email at info@charlotteonthecheap.com, and if we will add it, time permitting. We always need something to link to about the event.
Please make sure to follow the links below to the churches’ websites and social media accounts to verify the events and to check for any changes.
Blessing of the Animals at St. Matthew Church
8015 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, Charlotte, NC
Saturday, September 28, 2024
12 p.m.
Meet in the St. Francis Garden (weather permitting). The St. Francis Garden is located in the back of the parking lot nearest to the corner of Rea Road and Ballantyne Commons Parkway. Please be sure that your animals are well secured on a leash or in a carrier or cage.
Blessing of Animals at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
1400 Suther Road, Charlotte, NC
Friday, October 4, 2024
6:30 p.m.
Blessing of the Animals at St. John Neumann Catholic Church
8451 Idlewild Road, Charlotte, NC
Saturday, October 5, 2024
10 a.m.
Please have your pet on a leash or in a carrier and meet in the courtyard.
Blessing of the Animals at St. James the Greater Catholic Church
139 Manor Avenue SW, Concord, NC
Saturday, October 5, 2024
12 p.m.
The event will take place in the parking lot by Our Lady of Guadalupe Hall.
Blessing of Animals at St. Gabriel Catholic Church
3016 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC
Saturday, October 5, 2024
10 a.m.
Meet at the Marian Grotto near the school parking lot. Bring your pet on a leash or carrier for a short blessing.
Blessing of the Animals at St. Peter Catholic Church
507 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC
Saturday, October 5, 2024
10 a.m.
Meet in the Garden for Blessing of the Animals.
Blessing of the Animals with St. Andrew’s UMC
1901 Archdale Drive, Charlotte, NC
Saturday, October 5, 2024
10 a.m.
Bring your pet to the Bark Park for a special blessing, plus treats!
Blessing of the Animals with Myers Park United Methodist Church
Hopedale parking lot across the street
1501 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC
Sunday, October 6, 2024
2 p.m.
All pets — dogs, cats, fish, etc. — are welcome to this casual and lively event where they will receive a special blessing. Pets must be properly trained and restrained.
Blessing of the Animals at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church
2701 Park Road, Charlotte, NC
Sunday, October 6, 2024
5 p.m.
All pets are invited!
Blessing of the Animals at Sardis Baptist Church
5811 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC
Sunday, October 13, 2024
11 a.m.
All animals must be on leashes or in pet carriers. Please do not bring food. Water bowls and treats will be available. If you can’t bring your pet, please email a picture to info@sardisbaptistcharlotte.org.
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