Attend an Event
The Wisconsin Humane Society offers a variety of events to connect with the communities we serve while supporting animals in need!
All events listed below are hosted by the Wisconsin Humane Society. If you're looking for additional ways to support the animals at WHS,
- Attend a third-party event happening in your community
- Check out our full calendar of events here, which include youth programs, vaccine clinics, dog behavior classes, and more!
Select a location below to discover upcoming events near you:
- Milwaukee Events
- Green Bay Events
- Door County Events
- Ozaukee Events
- Racine Events
- Kenosha Events
- Questions?
-WHS Events in the Milwaukee Area-
FOX6 & Wisconsin Humane Society Pet Telethon
Friday, March 7, 2025 | 6 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Live on FOX6 News and streaming on Fox6Now.com
Tune in to FOX6 on the morning of Friday, March 7 for our annual FOX6 & Wisconsin Humane Society Pet Telethon! Join us for a morning of inspirational stories and countless ways to help us provide lifesaving care to thousands of animals who need it most. Learn more at www.wihumane.org/telethon.
Spring Online Auction for Animals
April 10-16, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
Pet Walk MKE
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Veterans Park, Milwaukee
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society's annual family-friendly run/walk to raise funds for animals in need. The event kicks off with a 5K run/walk or a 1-mile walk followed by a post-race festival featuring musical entertainment, food trucks, vendors and exhibitors, contests, games, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join, but not required.
Learn more & register at www.petwalkmke.com
Paws & Claws Gala
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202
The Paws & Claws Gala is the Wisconsin Humane Society’s largest fundraising event of the year. Held at the historic Pfister Hotel, the event is attended by more than 400 business leaders annually and features a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, raffles and games, wine pull, formal dinner, and program. Did we mention that it’s also the only gala in town where you can mingle with shelter pups, our favorite felines, and some of our very best wildlife ambassadors? You don’t want to miss this!
Click here to learn more!
Winter Online Auction for Animals
Thursday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
-WHS Events in the Green Bay Area-
Spring Online Auction for Animals
April 10-16, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
Pet Walk Green Bay
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Pamperin Park, Green Bay
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society’s annual family-friendly walk to support animals in need. This fun-filled event is the largest and oldest fundraiser for animals at our Green Bay Campus, and features a leisurely stroll through the park, as well as music, local vendors, a pet costume contest, family-friendly activities, plus games and treats for our four-legged participants! Leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join, but not required.
Learn more & register at www.petwalkgb.com
Doggie Dip
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Ashwaubomay Lake, Green Bay
Bring your canine companion to the beach for a refreshing afternoon of swimming while raising funds for WHS!
Click here for all the details.
Holiday Bingo Extravaganza!
Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 5 p.m. 
Stadium View on Holmgren Way
Kick off the holiday season at our annual Holiday Bingo Extravaganza! This fun-filled night starts off with a buffet dinner followed by a variety of raffles, silent auction, and Bingo, of course! Whether you’re looking for a new tradition for your family and friends that involves giving back or hoping to replace that outdated holiday party, enjoy an evening out for a great cause!
Tickets coming soon!
Winter Online Auction for Animals
Thursday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
-WHS Events in the Door County Area-
Spring Online Auction for Animals
April 10-16, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
Rummage Sale
Friday - Saturday, May 2-3, 2025
Arle Memorial Hall, Sturgeon Bay
Shop 'til you drop at our annual rummage sale to benefit the animals! Whether you want to donate items before hand, shop, or volunteer, click here for details!
Pet Walk Door County
Sunday, September 7, 2025Door County Y - Peterson Park, Sturgeon Bay
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society's annual family-friendly walk to support local animals in need. Participants will earn cool prizes for meeting fundraising goals leading up to the event! Then all are welcome to join the fun on Sunday morning at Peterson Park for activities, music, and of course a walk around the park. Pets are welcome, but not required! All proceeds directly benefit the animals at the WHS Door County Campus.
Learn more & register at www.petwalkdoorcounty.com
Winter Online Auction for Animals
Thursday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
-WHS Events in the Ozaukee Area-
Spring Online Auction for Animals
April 10-16, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
Pet Walk Ozaukee
Saturday, July 19, 2025Rotary Park, Mequon
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society’s annual family-friendly walk to support animals in need. This exciting fundraiser features a leisurely stroll through the park, as well as music, local vendors, a pet costume contest, family-friendly activities, plus games and treats for our four-legged participants! Leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join, but not required. All proceeds directly benefit the animals at the WHS Ozaukee Campus.
Learn more & register at www.petwalkozaukee.com
Winter Online Auction for Animals
Thursday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
-WHS Events in the Racine Area-
Spring Online Auction for Animals
April 10-16, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
Pet Walk Racine-Kenosha
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Petrifying Springs Park (Pets), Kenosha
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society’s annual family-friendly walk to support animals in need. This exciting fundraiser features a leisurely stroll through the park, as well as music, local vendors, a pet costume contest, family-friendly activities, plus games and treats for our four-legged participants! Leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join, but not required. All proceeds directly benefit the animals and programs at WHS.
Learn more & register at www.petwalkracinekenosha.com
Winter Online Auction for Animals
Thursday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
-WHS Events in the Kenosha Area-
Spring Online Auction for Animals
April 10-16, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
Pet Walk Racine-Kenosha
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Petrifying Springs Park (Pets), Kenosha
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society’s annual family-friendly walk to support animals in need. This exciting fundraiser features a leisurely stroll through the park, as well as music, local vendors, a pet costume contest, family-friendly activities, plus games and treats for our four-legged participants! Leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join, but not required. All proceeds directly benefit the animals and programs at WHS.
Learn more & register at www.petwalkracinekenosha.com
Winter Online Auction for Animals
Thursday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Online
Bid on fabulous packages and items gifted to us by generous donors from the comfort of your own home while helping the animals at the Wisconsin Humane Society! We have something for everyone!
Have items to donate to our next auction? Fill out our auction donation form here.
For questions or more information:
Contact our events team at events@wihumane.org or call 414-ANIMALS!
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