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Upcoming Events
Take a look at our events below and follow us on social media for more info. We love partnering with businesses in the Columbia, SC area for events! Adoptable dogs will be present at all listed events unless otherwise noted. We love seeing familiar faces and meeting new animal-lovers!
We hope you will join us!
Current Monthfebruary, 2025
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Past Adoption Events
Current Monthjuly
31jul5:00 pm7:00 pmWaggin' Wednesday at Publico
Event Details
Join us on the Publico Kitchen and Tap Patio in Five Points to enjoy food, drinks, and adoptable dogs!
Event Details
Join us on the Publico Kitchen and Tap Patio in Five Points to enjoy food, drinks, and adoptable dogs!
Time
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Publico
2013 Greene St
august
04aug1:00 pm2:30 pmAlumni Meet-Up at Modern Companion
Event Details
FVAR alumni families (and their pets!) are invited to come by Modern Companion Pet Boutique in Chapin, SC to meet and greet staff + fellow alum. If your pet is
Event Details
FVAR alumni families (and their pets!) are invited to come by Modern Companion Pet Boutique in Chapin, SC to meet and greet staff + fellow alum. If your pet is not comfortable in that setting, feel free to come by with pictures and stories to share!
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location
Modern Companion Pet Boutique
508-B Lexington Ave.
september
01sep12:00 pm3:00 pmPet Appreciation at Tractor Supply Co (Irmo)
Event Details
Join us for an in-store Pet Appreciation and Adoption Event at Tractor Supply Company's Irmo location. We will be holding a supply drive and have adoptable dogs on site along
Event Details
Join us for an in-store Pet Appreciation and Adoption Event at Tractor Supply Company’s Irmo location. We will be holding a supply drive and have adoptable dogs on site along with info about volunteering, fostering, and adopting.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Tractor Supply Company- Irmo
1003 Dutch Fork Rd
07sep11:00 am2:00 pmFeaturedDistillery Dog Day at Hollow Creek
Event Details
Join us at Hollow Creek Distillery for our first-ever Distillery Dog Day! The distillery has set a goal of collecting ONE TON of pet food for the animals in our
Event Details
Join us at Hollow Creek Distillery for our first-ever Distillery Dog Day! The distillery has set a goal of collecting ONE TON of pet food for the animals in our care. Additionally, they will have a special release and exclusive dog toy for sale. Additional vendors will be on site along with plenty of adoptable dogs.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Hollow Creek Distillery
112 Rocky Ridge Rd
Event Details
Drop by our facility and have a walk through our kennels to meet adoptable cats + dogs! Pre-applying to foster or adopt is required in order to bring a pet
Event Details
Drop by our facility and have a walk through our kennels to meet adoptable cats + dogs! Pre-applying to foster or adopt is required in order to bring a pet home from the event.
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
18sep6:00 pm7:30 pmBarks & Brews: Puppy Yoga at Savage Craft
Event Details
Join Final Victory and Moyo Village at Savage Craft Ale Work for a unique 1-hour yoga experience surrounded by adorable rescue puppies. You'll have time to snuggle the pups and
Event Details
Join Final Victory and Moyo Village at Savage Craft Ale Work for a unique 1-hour yoga experience surrounded by adorable rescue puppies. You’ll have time to snuggle the pups and take pictures after class. Tickets include a swag bag and 1/2 off drink token. All proceeds will benefit FVAR and Moyo Village.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
october
13oct1:00 pm4:00 pmFall Fido Festival at Melvin Park
Event Details
Hosted by Modern Companion. All the info here!: fallfidofestival.com
Event Details
Hosted by Modern Companion.
All the info here!: fallfidofestival.comTime
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Melvin Park
370 A Eptings Camp Rd
19oct12:00 pm2:00 pmIn-Store Adoption Event and Supply Drive
Event Details
We will be set up inside of Tractor Supply Co. (Irmo) collecting supplies, introducing guests to adoptable pets, and sharing information about our nonprofit rescue.
Event Details
We will be set up inside of Tractor Supply Co. (Irmo) collecting supplies, introducing guests to adoptable pets, and sharing information about our nonprofit rescue.
Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Tractor Supply Company- Irmo
1003 Dutch Fork Rd
26oct5:00 pm7:00 pmPupPalooza at One More Grill and Pub
Event Details
Join us outside at One More Grill & Pub! Adoptable dogs, 50/50 raffle, supply drive and 20% of sales donated to FVAR
Event Details
Join us outside at One More Grill & Pub! Adoptable dogs, 50/50 raffle, supply drive and 20% of sales donated to FVAR
Time
(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
One More Grill & Pub
3636 Bush River Rd
november
10nov1:00 pm3:30 pmNovember Open House
Event Details
Drop by our facility and have a walk through our kennels to meet adoptable cats + dogs! Pre-applying to foster or adopt is required in order to bring a pet
Event Details
Drop by our facility and have a walk through our kennels to meet adoptable cats + dogs! Pre-applying to foster or adopt is required in order to bring a pet home from the event.
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
17nov1:00 pm3:00 pmIndoor Adoption Event at Tractor Supply Co (Irmo)
Event Details
Join us for an in-store Adoption Event at Tractor Supply Company's Irmo location. We will be holding a supply drive and have adoptable dogs on site along with info about
Event Details
Join us for an in-store Adoption Event at Tractor Supply Company’s Irmo location. We will be holding a supply drive and have adoptable dogs on site along with info about volunteering, fostering, and adopting.
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Tractor Supply Company- Irmo
1003 Dutch Fork Rd
december
07dec4:00 pm7:00 pmFeaturedStuff the Sleigh featuring SANTA!
Event Details
It's time for our annual holiday supply drive! Bring your friends, family and four-legged buddies out to The Dales Biergarten & Bottle Shoppe for some pics with SANTA! We are
Event Details
It’s time for our annual holiday supply drive! Bring your friends, family and four-legged buddies out to The Dales Biergarten & Bottle Shoppe for some pics with SANTA! We are aiming to stuff the sleigh (AKA transport van) full of presents for our rescue pups during the event. There will be yard games, drinks for all ages, raffles, and adoptable dogs. The Cheese and Thank You food truck will also be on site and donating to our nonprofit rescue. We hope to see lots of FVAR alum people + pets!
Time
(Saturday) 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
14dec3:00 pm6:00 pmAdoption Event at Hazelwood Brewery
Event Details
Join us at the beautiful Hazelwood Brewery located at the Old Mill in Lexington, SC. There will be live music, food truck, cold drinks, and adoptable dogs!
Event Details
Join us at the beautiful Hazelwood Brewery located at the Old Mill in Lexington, SC. There will be live music, food truck, cold drinks, and adoptable dogs!
Time
(Saturday) 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
Hazelwood Brewing Company
711 E Main St
15dec1:00 pm3:30 pmDecember Open House
Event Details
Drop by our facility and have a walk through our kennels to meet adoptable cats + dogs! Pre-applying to foster or adopt is required in order to bring a pet
Event Details
Drop by our facility and have a walk through our kennels to meet adoptable cats + dogs! Pre-applying to foster or adopt is required in order to bring a pet home from the event.
Time
(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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