OHS Signature Events
May 10, 2025
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
A run/walk and festival that brings together thousands of animal lovers—our largest community event.
Formerly WillaMutt Strut
June 14, 2025
Riverfront Park
A run/walk and festival featuring local Salem businesses with contests and family-friendly activities.
Oct. 1, 2025
FOX12 KPTV and online
A multi-media fundraiser showcasing inspirational stories of our life-saving work.
Oct. 25, 2025
Zenith Vineyard
A costume party for the Salem community with a large silent auction, games, and activities.
Dec. 2, 2025
Sentinel Hotel
An opportunity for the Portland business community to come together for the love of animals.
Spring 2026
Location TBD
An exhibition of animal lovers celebrating the unique bond between pets and people.
Community Events
Help more animals in need by attending events planned by community members to support OHS.
Dining for Doggie Dash: Panera
Thursday, May 1, 4 – 8 p.m.
1400 N Tomahawk Island Drive Portland, OR 97217
Doggie Dash Fundraising: Road Runner Sports
Monday, May 5–11, All Day
7073 SW Nyberg St, Tualatin, OR 97062
29 NW 23rd Place, Portland, OR 97210
Dining for Doggie Dash: Chipotle
Tuesday, May 6, 4 – 8 p.m.
1201 NW Lovejoy St. Portland, OR 97209
Dining for Doggie Dash: Red Robin
Wednesday, May 7, All Day
831 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR 97301
Dining for Doggie Dash: Panera
Wednesday, May 14, 4 – 8 p.m.
799 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR 97301
Dining for Doggie Dash: Panda Express
Wednesday, May 21, All Day
3883 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Make-A-Difference Monday for Doggie Dash:
Langer’s Entertainment Center
Monday, June 2, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
21650 SW Langer Farms Pkwy. Sherwood, OR 97140
Corgi Beach Takeover
Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Seaside, Oregon
Thanks to our generous community, new events get added frequently. Check back often for updates!
Planned Giving Events
Learn how to turn your love of animals into a legacy at one of our informal and educational estate planning luncheons.
Portland
Salem
Sponsor an Event
Support a cause your employees love! Sponsorship of OHS events directly supports animals and people in our community. All sponsorships come with a generous benefits package so you can meet your company’s philanthropic and marketing goals.
Volunteer at an Event
Help with a variety of fun tasks, no experience required! Volunteering at an OHS event is an easy way to help the animals by contributing to the success of our fundraising efforts. Every event has a wide variety of volunteer roles for every interest, skillset, and ability.
Host an Event
Fundraise for the animals your way! Hosting a fundraising event to benefit OHS is a perfect opportunity to engage your community while giving back to a cause close to everyone’s hearts. We can provide you with everything you need to ensure that your event is a success.
Contact the Events Team
(503) 802-6704
Contact the Corporate Team
(503) 793-9350
