Strangeways' Anniversary Event Paws & Pours
2024-05-18 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Strangeways Brewing, 1430 High Street #1103, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join us at Strangeways Brewing on Saturday, May 18 starting from 12 pm – 5 pm. There will be raffles, vendors, rescues, and more to celebrate Strangeways’ anniversary. The Heritage Humane Society will have an information table and adoptable dogs there.

Smooches for Pooches at Alewerks Brewing Company
2024-05-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Alewerks, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us at Alewerks Brewing Company on Friday, May 24 from 1 pm – 4 pm for a Smooches with Pooches event. The Heritage Humane Society will have adoptable dogs there. Get some puppy smooches for a donation. No set amount. Whatever you can give is appreciated. The kissing booth will be set up from 1 pm-4 pm. Don Chido will also be on site from 12 pm – 8 pm. Be sure to grab a bite to eat between beers and kisses.

Dog Days of Summer at Dominion Dogs
2024-05-25 11:30 - 15:00 | Dominion Dogs, Hot Dogs, 701 Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Dominion Dogs is partnering with Wasserhund Brewing Company to kick-off the “Dog Days of Summer”. Come by for hot dogs, an exclusive beer Wasserhund is brewing up for the event, sample (and purchase) other popular beers from Wasserhund, and meet some adoptable pups from The Heritage Humane Society!

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-05-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Tuesday, May 28 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-05-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Friday, May 31 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

Tails on the Trail
2024-06-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Greensprings Interpretive Trail, 3751 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
TAILS ON THE TRAIL
Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 9 AM – 11 AM
Greensprings Interpretive Trail, 3751 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Are you up for a trail adventure with your dog? We are partnering with James City County Parks and Recreation on June 1, 20234 for Tails on the Trail. In honor of National Trails Day, we want pet lovers to get active with their pets! Join us at Greensprings Interpretive Trail for a self-guided adventure of their trails! We will have music, a trail scavenger hunt, adoptable dogs, and information about Heritage Humane Society at the event.
Don’t have a dog to walk the trails with? Please still come out to support the shelter and enjoy a beautiful day on the trails!
*WEATHER PERMITTING*
THANK YOU TO JAMES CITY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-06-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Saturday, June 1 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-06-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Wednesday, June 5 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

Precarious Beer Hall 5th Anniversary 5k
2024-06-08 08:00 - 11:00 | Precarious Beer Project, 110 S. Henry Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
CHEERS TO 5 YEARS!
In celebration of Precarious Beer Projects’ beer hall turning 5, they are hosting a 5K run through Colonial Williamsburg!
Afterparty Extravaganza: The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! Join us after the run for an epic afterparty at Precarious, with DJ Brannu, breakfast, and, of course, craft beer for the ultimate refueling.
Prizes and Swag: Top finishers will be rewarded with awesome prizes! All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and medal.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or simply looking for a unique way to celebrate – sign up now to secure your spot for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic brews!
A portion of registration fees will go to benefit The Heritage Humane Society.

Sign Up Online

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-06-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, June 8 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-06-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Wednesday, June 9 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. with sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

FURever Homes Race
2024-06-15 07:00 - 11:00 | Jamestown High School, 3751 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Calling all animal lovers! The 5th annual FURever Homes 8k, 5k, and Fun Run is coming up! Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Jamestown High School in Williamsburg, VA for a PAW-some event to support local homeless pets in need. This event is for runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels. There will be an 8k, 5k, and 1-mile run/walk. All proceeds will benefit The Heritage Humane Society.
Don’t feel like running a 8k or 5k? Sign up for the 1-mile Fun Run. This event is untimed and you can participate with your dog(s)! The course starts and ends at Jamestown High School in Williamsburg, VA. The course will include sections of Greensprings Trail and the Capital Trail.
We are also offering a VIRTUAL option for people. Sign up and have your race packet delivered right to your home!
Visit heritagehumane.org/fureverrace to learn more about the event and to register!

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4th of July Dog Ice Cream Eating Contest
2024-07-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Billsburg Brewery, 2054 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
About the Event:
Join us on the 4th of July at Billsburg Brewery for an ice cream eating contest for the dogs!
There will be raffles, adoptable dogs, delicious food, great beer, and a paw-some ice cream eating contest. For $20 you can sign up your pup to participate in the contest (40 contestants maximum). Prizes will be awarded to the top 4 fastest ice cream eaters. The contest will take place next to The Hungry Pug Food Truck at Billsburg Brewery at 2 PM. We ask that all dog contestants arrive at least 15 minutes early.
All proceeds from the event benefit the homeless pets at The Heritage Humane Society. Register online now. We will also accept walk-up contestants on the day of the event if we have not reached our contestant maximum.
Special thank you to The Meadows Original Frozen Custard for donating the ice cream for the contest.
Sign Up:
For $20 you can sign your pup up. We will also accept walk-up contestants on the day of the event if we have not reached our contestant maximum.

Register Your Dog For The Contest

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-07-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, July 13 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Shop & Adopt at Parker & Peony Boutique
2024-08-03 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Parker & Peony Boutique, 701 Merrimac Trail C, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-08-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, August 10 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Axe Republic Fundraiser Night
2024-08-15 17:00 - 21:00 | Axe Republic Williamsburg, 4919 Courthouse St., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Eat, throwm drink and help homeless pets in need! Come by Axe Republic on Thursday, August 15 from 5 – 9 PM for a charity fundraiser night. 20% of sales will be donated back to The Heritage Humane Society. No reservations needed. Walk-ins are welcome.

Drool in the Pool
2024-09-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Chickahominy Riverfront Park, 1350 John Tyler Memorial Hwy,, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Drool in the Pool
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Chickahominy Riverfront Park Pool
Join us for Drool in the Pool on Sunday, September 8, 2024. This event welcomes water-loving pups to join animal-lovers like you to save lives, one belly flop at a time! Once a year, dogs of all shapes and sizes converge on the Chickahominy Riverfront Park pool for a day they’ll never forget! $10/donation per dog. Pool passes for your dog will be available at the gate. Music, refreshments and goodies featured. All proceeds from the event benefit the homeless pets at Heritage Humane Society.
Visit heritagehumane.org/drool to learn more about the event.
*This event is weather permitting*
Thank you to James City County Parks and Recreation

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-09-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, September 14 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Dog Meet & Greet at Consulate Health Care
2024-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Consulate Health Care of Williamsburg, 1811 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, 23185, United States

Colonial Heritage Dog Swim Day
2024-10-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Colonial Heritage, 6500 Arthur Hills Dr., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us at Colonial Heritage on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, for their annual “Doggie Swim Day.”
Dogs are welcome to enjoy the Colonial Heritage Pool from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
We hope to see you there!

Pack the Pallet
2024-10-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Walmart Neighborhood Market, 4670 Casey Blvd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States

Williamsburg Fire Department Open House
2024-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Williamsburg Fire Department, 440 N Boundary St., Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Heritage Humane Society will have an information table at the Williamsburg Fire Department Open House on Saturday, October 5 from 10 am – 2 pm. We hope to see you there!

Paws for Applause
2024-10-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Alewerks, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
When:
Saturday, October 5 | 3 – 7 PM

About the Event:
Get ready for a GOOD TIME! Join us for a charity concert at Alewerks on Saturday, October 5. Three local bands will be performing live – Rent Party, Audio Portrait, and Marsh Hawk. The concert is to benefit The Heritage Humane Society. The event will feature raffles and adoptable dogs. Alwerks is kindly donated 10% of the sales during the concert to The Heritage Humane Society.

The Lineup:
Thank you to the amazing artists who are performing live at the concert on behalf of the animals.

Rent Party

Audio Portrait

Marsh Hawk

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-10-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, October 12 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Spooky Sips
2024-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Craft 31, 3701 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, 23188, United States

YMCA Fall Festival
2024-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | R.F. Wilkinson Family YMCA, 301 Sentara Circle, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States

Friends & Family Magic Show
2024-10-26 15:00 - 17:00 | James City County Library, 7700 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States

Fall Belk Charity Sale
2024-10-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Fall Belk Charity Sale from November 8 – 10.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Thursday, October 31 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. with sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!
