Noble Dog Fest 2026
5K
4/11/2026, 2:00:00 PM · Mill Spring, North Carolina, US
Est. 2026 · Listed Dec 10, 2025
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Free admission for the whole family... including the family dog!
Noble Dog Fest, sponsored by Noble Dog Hotel & Lodge since 2019, welcomes over 1,000 dog lovers from 25 states! Arrive at Tryon Resort & enjoy music, food, Vendor Village with over 20 local shops, & dog sport workshops for your pup to try! You don't wanna miss this!
- Vendor Village 20+ local shops!
- Music by DJ Kels
- Food & Beverage Trucks
- Noble Nessie's Biergarten
Add-on Festival Activities!
Register at the Link provided or simply add on the following activities to your Noble Dog Fest ticket!
- UltiMutt Race-Dog + Human 5k Obstacle Race
- Paint ur Pet Workshop, led by Jessica Brush
- Try it! Dog Yoga, led by Deb of Sunbelly Cafe -add onto your ticket
- Try it! SwiftPaws Lure Coursing - add on to your ticket
- Try it! WCERA Canine Escape Room - add on to your ticket
- Try it! Canine Conditioning/Agility - add on to your ticket
- Try it! Herding Instict Tests with On the Lamb
Other Drop-In Activities:
- Dogs & Drinks Mixer: Friday, April 10 @ 6pm @ Silver Spoon Saloon (onsite)
- 9am-2pm: Palmetto State Disc Dog Demos & Club Intro w/ Lucas Croft
- 9am-2pm: NACC Canicross Harness/Gear Fittings - Drop-In
- 9am-2pm: Pup Caricatures! w/ local artists
LODGING TIPS:
Make UltiMutt Race your weekend getaway! Tryon Resort features 1,600 acres of nature trails, 6 onsite restaurants, 20+ boutique shops, family entertainment, and more! The property features a variety of onsite lodging options:
To make these reservations & receive the discounted rate, must CALL: 828-863-1103.
- RV park spaces
- UltiMutt Discount: 10% Off, 2 night minimum stay, pet fees waived for: 1-5 bedroom Cabins, Overmountain Lodge, Stablehouse Inn
To Book Discounted Rates, Must CALL: 828-863-1103 & mention you're an "UltiMutt Guest"
Offsite Recommendations:
-Our #1 Choice: 4 Paws Kingdom & Dog Campground-15 miles
-Emberglow Outdoor Resort - 7.8 miles
-Town & Country Inn Suites-Spindale - 9 miles
-Hampton Inn & Suites – 15 miles
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