Upcoming Events
Pampered Pet Boutique & Barkery Adoption Event
Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the Pampered Pet Boutique & Barkery in Alexandria, VA.
Dogs Attending: TBA
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Woofstock
Woofstock is Richmond Animal League’s annual family-friendly & dog-friendly outdoor festival aimed at raising lifesaving funds and awareness for rescue & adoption. Last year, Woofstock saw over 2,000 attendees and featured 60+ vendors, a pet parade, pet adoptions, and live music!
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Bel Air, MD - Petsmart Adoption Event
Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the Petsmart in Bel Air, MD
Dogs Attending
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love animals?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, watching over a crate of kittens, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
10th Annual Fast & Furriest 5K/1M
The 10th Annual Fast & Furriest 5K race and 1M walk to benefit Operation Paws for Homes - an all-breed 501c3 dog rescue - is the rescue's 2nd biggest annual fundraiser focused on raising funds toward the medical needs of our dogs. This is also our only in-person large fundraiser.
Like last year, this year's event is both live and virtual! So tell all your friends and family - wherever they are located - they, too, can participate in this event. Let's make it coast to coast! We are excited to include virtual options again and we hope you are just as excited to join us !
Don't miss this fun event! Register today.
Too far? Too early? You can support the event by submitting a donation here !
Watch for updated information here !
Lucky Paw Foundation Health & Wellness Event
Free for the whole family! 50 local vendors, music, food, and adoptable dogs and cats!
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
2025 Pet Festival - Village at Leesburg
Join us at the annual Pet Festival and enjoy pet exhibitors, rescue adoptions, luring course, balloon artist, caricaturist, and much more!
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
York, PA PetSmart Adoption Event
Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the PetSmart in York, PA.
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Glen Burnie, MD - Petsmart Adoption Event
Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the Petsmart in Glen Burnie, MD
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Manassas, VA - Pups and Pints and Adoption Day
Adoption Day with Operation Paws for Homes! Enjoy food and drink while spending time with some wonderful dogs and puppies looking for their forever homes! Love dogs, but can't adopt? Chat with our volunteers about all the ways you can help save lives! OPH has cats too!
DOGS ATTENDING (SUBJECT TO CHANGE): TBA
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
East End Block Party
Meet OPH volunteers and check out our binder of adoptable dogs!
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at our events! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of future events >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Submit an application to adopt to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Ashland Strawberry Faire
Since 1982, the Ashland Strawberry Faire has been a beloved tradition, drawing families, friends, and strawberry enthusiasts from far and wide. This free, family-oriented event isn’t just about celebrating the juicy goodness of strawberries; it’s about coming together as a community and giving back through scholarships and nonprofit initiatives.
Grab a free trolley and visit 300+ vendors including arts & crafts, non-profits, food, and local businesses on the gorgeous tree-lined campus of Randolph-Macon College. It’s a “berry” good time!
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Reston, VA - Pet Palooza
Pet Palooza is going to welcome the summer season with animal related businesses, nonprofit pet adoption, educational exhibits and tons of pet-related entertainment. This event is free to the public and will also feature free face painting, strolling entertainers and a DJ. This outdoor family-friendly event attracts thousands of visitors. Meet wonderful animals looking for their forever homes and check out the latest in pet products. Gather the kids and join us for a day of pets and fun for the whole family! Bring your leashed pet to do some shopping, meet new friends, or maybe even adopt a new family member!
Dogs Attending:
[TBD]
VOLUNTEER! There are many ways to get involved to help save lives! https://ophrescue.org/volunteer
FOSTER! Love dogs but can't commit to a lifetime? Consider fostering with OPH. We provide what you need to get started and you provide a temporary home. https://ophrescue.org/foster
ADOPT! We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Mount Airy, MD - Dog Days at Linganore Winecellars
Join us for Dog Days at Linganore! This is a super fun event -- bring your dog, purchase some wine/food or bring a picnic!
Visit Linganore Winecellars event link for details:
https://www.linganorewines.com/events/
The winery's event runs from 4-8pm. We will be on site from 5-8pm. Bring your furry friends out from 5-8 pm for an evening of fun, wine, and food. They’ll be able to run in the dog park while you enjoy a glass of wine, food from the featured food truck, and live music.
Operation Paws for Homes will receive a donation from the winery totaling 20% of wine sales during the event. Think about stocking up for your summer get togethers!
Dogs Attending
TBD
VOLUNTEER! There are many ways to get involved to help save lives! https://ophrescue.org/volunteer
FOSTER! Love dogs but can't commit to a lifetime? Consider fostering with OPH. We provide what you need to get started and you provide a temporary home. https://ophrescue.org/foster
ADOPT! We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Sterling, VA - Adoption Event
Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the Loudoun Brewing Company in Leesburg, VA.
Dogs Attending:
[TBD]
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#
Beau's Bridge Club Adoption Event
Beau's Bridge Club is celebrating their 10th year in animal rescue! They are having a Birthday Pawty and are inviting you to help them Raise the Woof!
Meet OPH adoptable dogs and volunteers!
Dogs Attending:
TBD
{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer
{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#