Heritage Humane

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2025-09-13 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, September 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!

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2025-10-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, October 11 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!

Paws for Applause
2025-10-18 15:00 - 19:00 | Alewerks, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
When:
Saturday, October 18 | 3 – 7 PM

About the Event:
Get ready for a GOOD TIME! Join us for a charity concert at Alewerks on Saturday, October 18. 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. Alwerks is kindly donated a portion 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

Yard Sale
2025-11-08 08:00 - 11:00 | Heritage Humane Society
Join us for a special Pet Supply Yard Sale on Saturday, November 8 from 8 AM to 11 AM at The Heritage Humane Society!
You’ll find great deals on new and gently used pet items including:

Crates & carriers

Leashes & collars

Beds & toys

Strollers, sweaters & costumes

Bowls, cat trees, and much more!

100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets at The Heritage Humane Society!
The sale will take place on the lawn area outside our adoption center, located at 430 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185.
Please note: We are NOT accepting additional yard sale item donations at this time.
Come shop for a cause and support pets in need!

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2025-11-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, November 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!

Holiday Bazaar
2025-11-22 09:00 - 15:00 | Bruton Parish Hall, 331 W Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Holiday Bazaar | Saturday, November 22, 2025
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Bruton Parish Hall
Join us at the annual Holiday Bazaar at Bruton Parish Hall, Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg. All proceeds benefit homeless animals at The Heritage Humane Society.
You’ll find unique gifts and stocking stuffers for all the people and pets on your list. Come early for the best selections of gourmet soups and baked goods for your celebrations. We have themed baskets and hand-crafted gifts, as well as a wide selection of jewelry, scarves, books, stuffed animals, holiday decorations, and more! Your favorite pets will enjoy toys, togs, and treats in their holiday “critter baskets”. Try your luck at our raffles, with a chance to win exciting prizes.
Click here to learn more.

Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02 | Heritage Humane Society
GIVING TUESDAY | December 2, 2025

Time for the Holiday Matching Gift Challenge!

On Giving Tuesday (Dec. 2) people all around the world demonstrate goodwill and kindness by donating to their favorite causes. We hope you will join them by making a gift to Heritage Humane Society on this day. Your kindness will help hundreds of animals that are being sheltered, fostered, or provided for in the community this holiday season.
Your donation will go twice as far thanks to the generosity of North Carolina Furniture & Mattress and other community sponsors who are matching every gift up to $50,000! Help give every pet in our community a safer and brighter future this holiday season. Visit our adoption center on Dec. 3 at 430 Waller Mill Rd. between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to donate in person and see your gift in action or make your gift online.
Any Amount Will Be Doubled!
$25 = $50
$100 = $200
$250 = $500

3 Easy Ways to Give:
1) Give online donate.heritagehumane.org
2) Give by phone 757-221-0150
3) Give by mail (or stop in) Heritage Humane Society
430 Waller Mill Rd.
Williamsburg, VA 23185

Williamsburg Christmas Market
2025-12-13 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-14 11:00 - 18:00 | Williamsburg Christmas Market, Court Street in Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Looking for a fun way to get in the holiday spirit? Join us at the Williamsburg Christmas Market on Saturday, December 13 from 10 AM – 7 PM and Sunday, December 14 from 11 AM – 6 PM.
We will have a booth in the outdoor venue. We will be selling holiday gifts for the humans and pets on your shopping list. Please stop by! All proceeds benefit the homeless pets at Heritage Humane Society.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the event!
Location: The market will be located on Court Street (Adjacent to Bicentennial Park/Behind the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg). There will be 32 vendor chalets, as well as photo ops with Santa, live entertainment, gluhwein (warm spiced wine), craft beers, Christmas music, fire pits, & delicious market food from local restaurants.

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, December 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!

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-01-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, January 17 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
While you are here, be sure to check out our Hearts for Homeless Pets fundraiser, available onsite for the Valentine’s season! Special thanks to The Nautical Dog and Schwartzy’s Cat Cove for being a sponsor of this fundraiser!

CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!

Adopt Me Saturdays at Williamsburg Jewelers
2026-01-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-23 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Williamsburg Jewelers, 2023 Richmond Rd Suite E, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-02-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, February 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!

Fido Fest
2026-03-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, WV, 23185, United States
FIDO FEST
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Jamestown Beach Event Park
Don’t miss the PAW-TY! Join us on Saturday, March 14, 10 AM – 2 PM at Jamestown Beach Event Park, a family festival featuring dog-friendly activities, games, and contests. Food, merchandise, and community vendors will also be onsite.
Heritage Humane Society will have an information table at the event.
Leashed pets only. No retractable leashes. Dogs must be current on vaccines. Admission is $5 per car.
Organized by James City County Parks & Recreation.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the event.

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, March 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!

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-04-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, April 11 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!

Black Tie & Tails Gala
2026-04-18 17:00 - 20:30 | Doubletree Williamsburg Hotel, 50 Kingsmill Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
About:
Let’s pawty for a purpose at the second Black Ties & Tails Gala! Dine, drink, dance, and mingle with fellow animal lovers at DoubleTree by Hilton Williamsburg (50 Kingsmill Rd) on Saturday, April 18th. Guests will enjoy dinner, wine, exciting auctions and raffles, a Good Shot Judy concert, and much more! If you are a major sponsor or purchase a Cat’s Meow or Top Dog table, enjoy a VIP champagne reception with hors d’oeuvres before the rest of the guests arrive, along with other fun surprises for everyone at your table.
This gala is not just an event, it’s a celebration of compassion, community, and commitment to helping local homeless pets in need at The Heritage Humane Society.
Must be 21 years or older to attend. We kindly ask you to leave your pets at home for this event.
Tickets available online soon!

Give Local 757!
2026-05-05 | Heritage Humane Society
GIVE LOCAL 757 | May 5, 2025
Give Local 757 is on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. During this 24-hour period people all around Hampton Roads demonstrate goodwill and kindness by donating toward their favorite causes. We hope you will join them by making a donation to The Heritage Humane Society. Please consider making a difference to help our lifesaving work continue. With your help, we will be able to provide shelter, food, medical attention, and so much more to thousands of pets this year.

Ways to Give:
1) Give Online on May 5

2) Give by Phone on May 5
757-221-0150

3) Give in Person on May 5
430 Waller Mill Rd.
Williamsburg, VA 23185

4) Fill out our donation form prior to May 5
Please mail to: 430 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-05-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, May 9 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!

FURever Homes Race 2026
2026-06-13 07:00 - 11:00 | Jamestown High School, 3751 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Calling all animal lovers! The 6th annual FURever Homes 8k, 5k, and Fun Run is coming up! Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, 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.

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2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-06-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, June 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!

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2026-07-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, July 11 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!
