Presented by Watauga Humane Society

WinterPaws Dog Show

About This Event

WinterPaws is back at Blowing Rock WinterFest—bringing wagging tails, big smiles, and a whole lot of heart to the High Country’s favorite winter celebration! Presented by Watauga Humane Society, this year’s event features adorable adoptables, community fun, and plenty of ways to show off the pets who make our lives brighter.

Now it’s your pup’s moment in the spotlight!
Join us for our WinterPaws Dog Show & Costume Contest, where your four-legged family member can strut, sparkle, or get downright silly on stage. For just $5 per category, dogs can compete for prizes, glory, and ultimate bragging rights—all while supporting the lifesaving work of Watauga Humane Society.

It’s festive, furry, and full of fun—come be part of the winter magic!

Categories include:

  • Most Clever Trick
  • Coziest Pup
  • Totally 80s Decade Dog
  • Most Alike
  • High Country Cutie
  • Best Goofy Smile
  • Best in Show

About This Event

WinterPaws is back at Blowing Rock WinterFest—bringing wagging tails, big smiles, and a whole lot of heart to the High Country’s favorite winter celebration! Presented by Watauga Humane Society, this year’s event features adorable adoptables, community fun, and plenty of ways to show off the pets who make our lives brighter.

Now it’s your pup’s moment in the spotlight!
Join us for our WinterPaws Dog Show & Costume Contest, where your four-legged family member can strut, sparkle, or get downright silly on stage. For just $5 per category, dogs can compete for prizes, glory, and ultimate bragging rights—all while supporting the lifesaving work of Watauga Humane Society.

It’s festive, furry, and full of fun—come be part of the winter magic!

Categories include:

  • Most Clever Trick
  • Coziest Pup
  • Totally 80s Decade Dog
  • Most Alike
  • High Country Cutie
  • Best Goofy Smile
  • Best in Show

Getting There

Blowing Rock Elementary School Gym
165 Morris Street
Blowing Rock, North Carolina 28605
United States