MAGDRL

CANCELLED Paws in the Park
2025-10-12 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Oronoco Bay Park, Old Town Alexandria, VA, United States
CANCELLED
Visit us at the Oronoco Bay Park for the “Paws In The Park” event hosted by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

Great Dane Nationals at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions *Oct 12-18*
2025-10-12 - 2025-10-18 | Kalahari Resorts, 250 Kalahari Blvd, Pocono Manor, PA, 18349, United States
Save the Dates! More information to follow!

250 Kalahari Blvd. Pocono Manor PA 18349. October 12th through 18th, 2025.

St. Paul's Ministry Blessing of the animals
2025-09-27 10:00 - 14:00 | St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 714 Herbertsville Rd., Brick, NJ, 08724, United States
Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League will be attending the Blessing of the Animals. Blessing ceremony will offer individual blessings for all pets in attendance. This event is free to the public. In past years, there have been dogs, cats, snakes, bearded dragons, chickens, hamsters, and horses receive blessings. We’d love to meet you there!

Shamrocks & Shenanigans - Sept 20th & 21st
2025-09-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
Come out for a day of fun this weekend and meet our Danes and volunteers at the Mount Hope Estate & Winery.
Strap on you kilt, grab your shillelagh, and hold on to your potatoes – the Celtic nations have come to revel in Mount Hope!
Enjoy a good stout, a scotch egg, and show off your calves all weekend long.

Mount Hope Estate & Winery
2775 Lebanon Road

Manheim, PA 17545

Shamrocks & Shenanigans - Sept. 20th & 21st
2025-09-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
Come out for a day of fun and meet our Danes and volunteers this weekend at the Mount Hope Estate & Winery.
Strap on your kilt, grab your shillelagh, and hold on to your potatoes – the Celtic nations have come to revel in Mount Hope!
Enjoy a good stout, a scotch egg, and show off your calves all weekend long!

Mount Hope Estate & Winery

2775 Lebanon Road
Manheim, PA 17545

BARKtoberfest at the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo
2025-09-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ, 07052, United States
BARKtoberfest! The Zoological Society of New Jersey will be hosting the 8th Annual BARKtoberfest: Pet Adoption Event & Marketspace at the Berson Family Center Parking Lot at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo! Come meet our wonderful volunteers and adorable Danes for lots of happy wags and information while supporting local animal shelters and rescue groups. This event is free and open to the public. Hope to see you there!

CANCELLED Meet & Greet at Raymour & Flanigan
2025-09-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Raymour & Flanagan, 200 Rte. 17 North, Paramus, NJ, 07652, United States
CANCELLED
Come meet some of our gentle giants and learn more about Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League!We’re teaming up with Raymour & Flanigan for a meet & greet event. Our volunteers—and of course, a few of our ambassador Great Danes—will be there to say hello, share information about our rescue work, and answer any questions you may have about adoption, volunteering, or how to support the Danes in need. Whether you’re a longtime Dane lover or just curious about the breed, we’d love for you to stop by and say hi! Big dogs, big hearts—come see for yourself!

Ice Cream Social at Colonia Dairy Maid
2025-09-05 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Dairy Maid – Colonia, 1075 Saint Georges Ave., Colonia, NJ, 07067, United States
You’re invited to an Ice Cream Social!Come cool off with some ice cream, meet our wonderful volunteers, and say hello to a few of our lovable Great Danes. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just curious about what we do, we’d love to see you there!
We’ll be there on June 20th, July 18th, August 15th and September 5th.
Bring a friend, bring your love for Danes, and come enjoy a fun (and delicious!) time with us!

Somerset Patriots - Bark in the Park
2025-09-03 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-05-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-22 18:00 - 21:00 | TD Bank Ball Park, 1 Patriots Park, Bridgewater Township, NJ, 08807, United States
Join Us at Bark in the Park!
MAGDRL will be at Bark in the Park, and we’d love to see you there! Stop by our booth to meet our incredible ambassador dogs, learn more about Great Danes and rescue efforts, and find out how you can support our mission. We’re always looking for passionate volunteers to get involved. Come say hello, ask questions, and show your love for these gentle giants!
April 22nd – Hartford Yard Goats
May 27th – Akron RubberDucks
Sept 3rd – New Hampshire Fisher Cats
https://www.milb.com/somerset/tickets/bark-in-the-park
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Taste of Hamburg-er Festival
2025-08-30 10:00 - 18:00 | Hamburg Festival, 2 South 4th Street, Hamburg, PA, 19526, United States
We are looking forward to the 22nd Annual Taste of Hamburger Festival! Feel free to browse around… but be warned: you WILL get hungry.
Our dedicated volunteers will be at the festival to offer information about the breed, adoption and how to become a volunteer!
(Unfortunately, the venue had advised us that we won’t be able to bring the Danes with us this year.)
The Hamburger Festival takes place RAIN or SHINE on Saturday, August 30, 2025 (ALWAYS the Saturday before Labor Day) from 10 am to 6 pm, in Hamburg, PA, situated in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.

Meet & Greet at Petco - Piscataway
2025-08-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Petco – Piscataway, 1333 Centennial Ave., Piscataway, NJ, 08854, United States
Come to Petco to meet our wonderful volunteers, and say hello to our lovable Great Danes. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just curious about what we do, we’d love to see you there!
We’ll be there on August 17th from 12:00 – 3:00PM
Bring a friend, bring your love for Danes, and come enjoy some time with us!

Ice Cream Social at Colonia Dairy Maid
2025-07-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Dairy Maid – Colonia, 1075 Saint Georges Ave., Colonia, NJ, 07067, United States
You’re invited to an Ice Cream Social!Come cool off with some ice cream, meet our wonderful volunteers, and say hello to a few of our lovable Great Danes. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just curious about what we do, we’d love to see you there!
We’ll be there on June 20th, July 18th, August 15 and September 5th.
Bring a friend, bring your love for Danes, and come enjoy a fun (and delicious!) time with us!

Broadway Barks at Shubert Alley
2025-07-12 15:00 - 18:30 | Shubert Alley, West 45th Street, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Our volunteers and Danes will be at Shubert Alley for Broadway Barks #27 in July. We’d love for you to stop by and see us while you enjoy a fun day. We’ll be there from 3:00 – 6:30PM
Shubert Alley is a pedestrian walkway located in Manhattan and runs from W 44th street – W 45th street, connecting 7th & 8th Ave.

Broadway Barks is a Nonprofit organization founded by Bernadette Peters and the late Mary Tyler Moore, an annual event that helps shelter animals find their fur-ever homes.

CANCELLED :( Blues & Brews - Mount Hope Estate
2025-07-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
CANCELLED 🙁
The 16th Annual Blues & Brews at Mount Hope Estate
Our Danes and volunteers will be greeting folks at the 16th annual Blues & Brews event.
Guests can savor the taste of a summertime Maryland feast without the drive: Hard Shell Crabs, Steamed Shrimp, BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Garden Pasta Salad, Hush Puppies, Fresh Fruit, and Dessert. Beer from the Swashbuckler Brewing Company will round out this summertime feast. All the amazing food you can eat, unlimited drinks, and live music with one admission ticket.

Celtic Fling - Mount Hope Estates
2025-06-29 11:00 - 17:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
Please check back for more info and our hours 🙂
Celtic Fling and Highland Games at the PA Renaissance Faire Grounds, Mount Hope, PA
June 28th & June 29th
The Celtic Fling & Highland Games, as an unbridled celebration of Celtic Culture, offers a first-hand tour of these compelling cultures as it salutes both traditional and contemporary Celtic heritage. Our volunteers and Danes will be there to meet you with information about adoption and the breed, and lots of wagging tails!
Delight your senses with the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of this rollicking Celtic celebration. Enjoy traditional pipe bands, modern Celtic rock bands, and everything in between, plus delicious Celtic cuisine, fresh brewed ales, wines, ciders, and more!

Celtic Fling - Mount Hope Estates
2025-06-28 11:00 - 17:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
Please check back for more info and our hours!
Celtic Fling and Highland Games at the PA Renaissance Faire Grounds, Mount Hope, PA
June 28th & June 29th
The Celtic Fling & Highland Games, as an unbridled celebration of Celtic Culture, offers a first-hand tour of these compelling cultures as it salutes both traditional and contemporary Celtic heritage. Our volunteers and Danes will be there to meet you with information about adoption and the breed, and lots of wagging tails!
Delight your senses with the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of this rollicking Celtic celebration. Enjoy traditional pipe bands, modern Celtic rock bands, and everything in between, plus delicious Celtic cuisine, fresh brewed ales, wines, ciders, and more!

Ice Cream Social at Dairy Maid - Colonia NJ
2025-06-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Dairy Maid – Colonia, 1075 Saint Georges Ave., Colonia, NJ, 07067, United States
You’re invited to an Ice Cream Social!Come cool off with some ice cream, meet our wonderful volunteers, and say hello to a few of our lovable Great Danes.Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just curious about what we do, we’d love to see you there!
We’ll be there on June 20th, July 11th, August 15th and September 5th.
Bring a friend, bring your love for Danes, and come enjoy a fun (and delicious!) time with us!

Happy Pet Expo
2025-06-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Fairleigh Dickinson University, 285 Madison Ave., Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Calling all pet lovers! Come visit us at the Happy Pet Expo at Fairleigh Dickinson University Ferguson Recreation Center.
Stop by our booth to chat with fellow dog lovers, grab some fun info and meet our Danes!

https://www.instagram.com/happypetexpo
https://www.facebook.com/HappyPetExpo

Woofstock at Keyport Minipark
2025-06-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Keyport Mini Park, 55 West Front Street, Keyport, NJ, United States
Come out and meet us at WOOFSTOCK. A GROOVY time for you and your furry friends!
Join Us for a Tail-Wagging Good Time!
Bring your family, friends, and pups out for a fun-filled evening at the Keyport MiniPark.We’ll be joining other local rescues for a celebration of dogs and community, featuring:
A Street Market ? Live Music? A Fun Dog Contest? Rescue Groups from Around the Area? Meet our Gentle Giant Ambassadors & Learn About Our Work
Whether you’re looking to connect with fellow dog lovers, support animal rescue, or just enjoy a great day outdoors, we’d love to see you there!

FlavorFest at Mount Hope Estates
2025-05-25 11:00 - 17:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
Visit us at the Flavorfest at Mount Hope Estate, PA’s premier wine festival, comes to the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire on Memorial Day Weekend. Meet our dedicated volunteers and Gentle Giants to get some information about the breed and adoption, and lots of happy wags ?
Enjoy sampling with over 25 wineries and distilleries, along with sales of their products. Shop with unique merchants of all types and grab a bite at one of the on-site kitchens. Pick up wine purchases as you depart from the Wine Check Tent conveniently located in the parking lot.

FlavorFest at Mount Hope Estate
2025-05-24 11:00 - 17:00 | Mount Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim, PA, 17545, United States
Visit us at Flavorfest at Mount Hope Estate, PA’s premier wine festival, comes to the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire on Memorial Day Weekend. Meet our dedicated volunteers and Gentle Giants to get some information about the breed and adoption, and lots of wags 🙂
Enjoy sampling with over 25 wineries and distilleries, along with sales of their products. Shop with unique merchants of all types and grab a bite at one of the on-site kitchens. Pick up wine purchases as you depart from the Wine Check Tent conveniently located in the parking lot.

Postponed until tomorrow, May 18th - Cresskill "Bark for Education"
2025-05-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Cresskill High School, 1 Lincoln Drive, Cresskill, NJ, United States
Postponed until tomorrow, May 18th due to inclement weather

4th Annual Craft & Vendor Fair in Dumfries
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Dumfries Shopping Plaza, 17983 Dumfries Shopping Plaza, Dumfries, VA, United States

CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN - Meet the Breed at Mercer County Park
2025-05-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Mercer County Park, West Picnic Area, West Windsor, NJ, United States
CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN 🙁
Great Dane Club of Pennsylvania and Great Dane Club of Raritan Valley are hosting a “Meet the Breed” Event at Mercer County Park. We’ll be there with our Danes on May 4th from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM to meet and greet you! Please stop by and say ‘Hi!’

Cancelled :( Meet & Greet at Petco - Piscataway, NJ
2025-03-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Petco – Piscataway, 1333 Centennial Ave., Piscataway, NJ, 08854, United States
Cancelled 🙁 We’ll reschedule soon!

Meet & Greet at Petco in Piscataway, NJ
2025-02-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Petco – Piscataway, 1333 Centennial Ave., Piscataway, NJ, 08854, United States
Stop in to meet us for a paws-itively amazing visit at Petco in Piscataway as we showcase our lovable Great Danes and dedicated volunteers! Get to know these gentle giants, learn about their unique personalities, and even snap some pictures with them! Are you passionate about dogs? Chat with our volunteers to learn how you can make a difference!

Super Pet Expo
2025-01-05 10:00 - 17:00 | New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ, 08837, United States
