Attend an Event
The Wisconsin Humane Society offers a wide 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, consider attending a third-party event happening the community near you.
Select a location below to discover upcoming events near you:
-WHS Events in the Milwaukee Area-
FOX6 & Wisconsin Humane Society Pet Telethon
Friday, March 10, 2023 | 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 10 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.
Pet Walk MKE
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Veterans Park, Milwaukee
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society's annual dog-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, family-friendly activities, plus games and plenty of treats for our four-legged participants. Don't forget: dogs are welcome, but not required!
Learn more at www.petwalkmke.com.
Community Giveback Day
Thursday, June 29, 2023
We’re teaming up with businesses and restaurants around Brown, Door, Milwaukee, Ozaukee and Racine counties to support animals during this summer's Community Giveback Day! Shop at your favorite business or order your favorite meal at a participating restaurant on Thursday, June 29 and a portion of the proceeds will help WHS provide food, shelter, and lifesaving medical care to animals in need right here in our community.
To participate or learn more, contact Meredith at mkopca@wihumane.org.
Paws & Claws Gala 
Saturday, October 14, 2023 | 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!
-WHS Events in the Green Bay Area-
Pet Walk Green Bay
Sunday, June 4, 2023
Pamperin Park, Green Bay
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society’s annual dog-friendly walk to support animals in need. In its 24th year, Pet Walk GB 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 doggie costume contest, family-friendly activities, plus games and treats for our four-legged participants! Don’t have a dog? No problem - this walk is for everyone!
Learn more at www.petwalkgb.com.
Community Giveback Day
Thursday, June 29, 2023
We’re teaming up with businesses and restaurants around Brown County to support animals during this summer's Community Giveback Day! Shop at your favorite business or order your favorite meal at a participating restaurant on Thursday, June 29 and a portion of the proceeds will help WHS provide food, shelter, and lifesaving medical care to animals in need right here in our community.
To participate or learn more, contact Meredith at mkopca@wihumane.org.
Holiday Bingo Extravaganza!
Thursday, November 9, 2023 | 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!
-WHS Events in the Door County Area-
Rummage Sale
Friday - Saturday, May 5-6, 2023
Arle Memorial Hall, Sturgeon Bay
Shop 'till you drop at our annual rummage sale to benefit the animals! Whether you want to donate items before hand or shop, find all the details here.
Community Giveback Day
Thursday, June 29, 2023
We’re teaming up with businesses and restaurants around Door County to support animals during this summer's Community Giveback Day! Shop at your favorite business or order your favorite meal at a participating restaurant on Thursday, June 29 and a portion of the proceeds will help WHS provide food, shelter, and lifesaving medical care to animals in need right here in our community.
To participate or learn more, contact Meredith at mkopca@wihumane.org.
Pet Walk Door County
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Sunset Park, Sturgeon Bay
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society's annual 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 Saturday morning for activities, music, and of course a walk around the beautiful Sunset Park beginning at 9:30 a.m. Dogs are welcome, but not required! All proceeds directly benefit the animals at the WHS Door County Campus.
Learn more and register today at www.petwalkdoorcounty.com.
Photos with Santa
December 2023 | 1 - 3 p.m.
WHS Door County Campus, 3475 Park Dr., Sturgeon Bay
Bring your kids and social companion animals and join the festive atmosphere at our Door County Campus for a special holiday photo, plus great raffle prizes! A $10 donation will directly benefit the animals in our care. Photos will be available for digital download after the event.
More details coming soon!
-WHS Events in the Ozaukee Area-
Community Giveback Day
Thursday, June 29, 2023
We’re teaming up with businesses and restaurants around Ozaukee County to support animals during this summer's Community Giveback Day! Shop at your favorite business or order your favorite meal at a participating restaurant on Thursday, June 29 and a portion of the proceeds will help WHS provide food, shelter, and lifesaving medical care to animals in need right here in our community.
To participate or learn more, contact Meredith at mkopca@wihumane.org.
Pet Walk Ozaukee
Saturday, August 26, 2023
Upper Lake Park, Port Washington
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society's annual dog-friendly walk to support local animals in need. Dogs are welcome, but not required! All proceeds directly benefit the animals at the WHS Ozaukee Campus.
Learn more and register today at www.petwalkozaukee.com
-WHS Events in the Racine Area-
Community Giveback Day
Thursday, June 29, 2023
We’re teaming up with businesses and restaurants around Racine County to support animals during this summer's Community Giveback Day! Shop at your favorite business or order your favorite meal at a participating restaurant on Thursday, June 29 and a portion of the proceeds will help WHS provide food, shelter, and lifesaving medical care to animals in need right here in our community.
To participate or learn more, contact Meredith at mkopca@wihumane.org.
Pet Walk Racine
Saturday, August 12, 2023
Cliffside Park, Racine
Pet Walk is the Wisconsin Humane Society's annual dog-friendly walk to support local animals in need, followed by a post-walk festival with music, doggie costume contest, vendors and exhibitors, food and beverages, and more. Dogs are welcome, but not required! All proceeds directly benefit the animals at the WHS Racine Campus.
Learn more at www.petwalkracine.com.
For questions or more information:
Contact our events team at events@wihumane.org or call 414-ANIMALS!
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