Community events

Dog Events & Meet-ups in Madrid

10 recurring dog and pet community events in Madrid — expos, adoption drives, charity walks, meetups and more.

Dates change every year — always confirm the current date and venue directly with the organiser before attending.
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ExpoAnnual

Expomáscotas Madrid

Expomáscotas / IFEMA
Usually October–November at IFEMA Feria de Madrid·IFEMA Feria de Madrid, Avenida del Partenón, 28042 Madrid

Spain's largest dedicated pet expo, held annually at IFEMA Madrid. Covering dogs, cats, birds, fish and exotic animals, the show features breed competitions, adoption drives, product launches and trade stands from Spain's leading veterinary and pet food brands. Free ZEC demonstration areas and training displays. Draws 40,000+ visitors across the weekend.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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CarnivalAnnual

Perromiami — Festival de Perros

Perromiami
Usually June at Parque Tierno Galván or similar Madrid park·Parque Enrique Tierno Galván, Calle de los Planetarios 10, Madrid

Madrid's most colourful dog festival, bringing together hundreds of dogs and their owners for a day of outdoor fun. Organised by the Perromiami community, the event includes group walks, breed parade, trainer demonstrations, local dog-friendly vendor market and adoption corner from Madrid rescue organisations. Free entry. Increasingly popular with young Madrid dog owners.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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Adoption driveRecurring

PACMA Jornadas de Adopción

PACMA (Partido Animalista Contra el Maltrato Animal)
Multiple times per year; dates announced on PACMA Madrid social media·Various Madrid locations

PACMA's Madrid branch organises regular outdoor adoption events promoting adoption of dogs, cats and other animals from local rescue groups. Events are typically held in popular public spaces (Gran Vía, Retiro, Malasaña) and publicised on Instagram and Twitter @PACMA_Madrid. The party also campaigns against the PPP (Perros Potencialmente Peligrosos) breed restrictions and for Ley de Bienestar Animal reform.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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Adoption driveMonthly

SPAMAD Adopción — Jornada Mensual

SPAMAD (Sociedad Protectora de Animales de Madrid)
Monthly, usually last Saturday of the month; location varies across barrios

Monthly outdoor adoption event run by SPAMAD, Madrid's main municipal animal protection society. Dogs, cats and small animals from SPAMAD's network of shelters and foster homes are presented for adoption. Free; registration via SPAMAD website or Facebook. Pre-adoption interviews conducted at the event. Microchipping and sterilisation included in SPAMAD adoptions.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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Group walkMonthly

Paseo de los Peludos Madrid

Paseo de los Peludos (community group)
Usually second Sunday of the month at Casa de Campo·Casa de Campo — Lago entrance (Metro: Lago, line 10)

Monthly social dog walk in Casa de Campo, one of Madrid's most beloved urban forests. The Paseo de los Peludos group brings together dog owners from across the city for a 2–3 hour walk through the park. Social, inclusive and friendly for all breed sizes. Dogs must be vaccinated. Meetup at the Lago entrance. No booking required — details on Instagram @paseopeludosmadrid.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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Group walkRecurring

Madrid Dog Club — Paseo Semanal

Madrid Dog Club
Weekly, usually Sunday mornings; location rotates across Madrid parks

Madrid's largest informal dog walking community, with weekly group walks attracting 20–80 dogs and their owners. Walks rotate across major Madrid parks: Casa de Campo, El Retiro, Valdebebas, Juan Carlos I. All breeds welcome (PPP dogs accepted with valid licence and muzzle). Organised via the Madrid Dog Club Facebook group and WhatsApp. Free; no registration needed — just show up at the meeting point announced on the group.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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MeetupMonthly

Golden Retriever Madrid — Quedada

Golden Retriever Madrid (Facebook community)
Usually monthly on a Saturday or Sunday; venue announced on Facebook group

Madrid's largest breed-specific meetup community for Golden Retrievers, with monthly gatherings at Madrid parks. Attendance regularly reaches 30–50 Goldens. Social, swimwear-optional (the group visits the Manzanares riverbanks in summer for paddling). All ages and mixes welcome. Organised via the Golden Retriever Madrid Facebook group.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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MeetupMonthly

Bulldogs Madrid — Quedada Mensual

Bulldogs Madrid (Facebook/Instagram community)
Usually monthly; venue rotates; details on @bulldogsmadrid Instagram

Monthly community meetup for bulldog and brachycephalic breed owners in Madrid. All bulldog breeds welcome: French Bulldog, English Bulldog, Bulldog Americano, Pug, Shih Tzu and similar. Organisers stress heat awareness — summer meetups are held early morning (before 09:00) or in shaded parks. A reminder that brachycephalic breeds face elevated heat risk in Madrid's dry summer heat (35–40°C July–August).

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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WorkshopRecurring

Talleres de Adiestramiento Canino — Ayuntamiento de Madrid

Ayuntamiento de Madrid (Parques y Jardines)
Spring and autumn; dates announced on madrid.es

Free dog training workshops organised by the Ayuntamiento de Madrid's Parks & Gardens department. Held in municipal parks, the workshops cover basic obedience, leash manners and responsible dog ownership in an urban environment. Delivered by qualified trainers in Spanish. Limited places — registration required via madrid.es. PPP owners are specifically encouraged to attend. Microchip and census canino registration required to attend.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026
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FundraiserAnnual

Carrera de los Peludos — SPAMAD Fundraiser

SPAMAD
Usually spring (April–May); location TBC each year·Various

Annual charity run/walk with dogs organised by SPAMAD to raise funds for animal welfare and shelter maintenance. Participants run or walk a short circuit (2–5 km) accompanied by their dogs. No competitive timing — participation is what counts. All money raised goes to SPAMAD shelter operations and rehabilitation of abandoned dogs. Entry fee ~€10–15; online registration via SPAMAD website.

Organiser siteChecked: July 2026

All event information is aggregated from public sources. Dates, venues and details change every year — always confirm with the organiser before attending. PawHub is not affiliated with any event organisers listed above.