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CANINE RECREATION
Barktoberfest
Barktoberfest is a celebration for our canine residents and their families. Join us for an afternoon of fun which will include a costume contest, games, a beer garden, pet-friendly organizations and vendors, food vendors, and more!
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All Ages
No Cost
DURHAM CENTRAL PARK
18058 Oct 28 Sa 3:30pm-6:30pm
SANTA PAWS
Bring your canine friend out to meet Santa! Santa will be available for photos with your pet. This event also includes a canine ugly sweater contest and a holiday pet market.
All Ages
No Cost
DURHAM ARMORY
18061 Dec 1 F 5pm-8:30pm
Dog Park Registration
All dogs MUST be registered with DPR annually. To ensure that we provide a healthy environment for all participants, we have adopted the vaccination requirements recommended by the American Animal Hospital Association. All dogs are required to have the following vaccinations before being issued a Dog Park tag: rabies, distemper/ parvo, bordetella, and a negative fecal exam. We also accept titer results in lieu of vaccinations except for rabies (state law). Vaccinations must be current, and not due to expire within 30 days.
When these requirements are met, a DPR dog park tag is assigned. All dogs must wear their current dog park tag while playing in the park. Questions regarding the registration process can be directed to Dogpark.Durham@ DurhamNC.gov or by calling 919-560-4355. All dogs must be registered with DPR annually.
Online registration is available through DPRPlayMore.org/ActiveNet. Search Dog Park Registration to register.
Registration can be done by mail to: Durham Parks and Recreation Attn: Dog Parks, 101 City Hall Plaza, Durham, NC 27701
Registration can be completed in person at the DPR Administration Office located at 400 Cleveland Street.
Fees: 2023 Dog Park tags are valid through the end of the calendar year. (January 1 – December 31). Fees are not prorated throughout the year.
CR Fee: $17/per dog
NCR Fee: $22/per dog
We support Inclusion
- Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program.
CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
Dog Parks
Durham Parks and Recreation has four dog parks, which offer a safe and controlled environment for dogs and their owners. The dog parks provide access to open space for off-leash play and socialization.
ROCK QUARRY DOG PARK
701 Stadium Drive
(Located on the Rock Quarry Trail Spur between Edison Johnson Recreation Center and the tennis courts)
Features three separate enclosed areas:
• Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under
• Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over
• Program area: Special playgroups/organized activities
Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.
PETSAFE® DOG PARK LOCATED AT DUKE PARK
1608 Acadia Street
Features two enclosed areas:
• Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under
• Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over
Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.
PINEY WOOD DOG PARK
400 E. Woodcroft Parkway
Features four separate enclosed areas:
• Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under
• Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over
• Program Area: special playgroups/ organized activity
• Entrance Area: smaller version of program area
Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.
DOWNTOWN DURHAM DOG PARK
304 Elliott Street
(Located on the corner of Roxboro and Elliott Streets)
Features two enclosed areas:
• Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller and 30 lbs or under
• Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller and 30 lbs or over
Amenities include waste bag dispensers and benches.
