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Upcoming Events

Join us for exciting events hosted by Big Dogs Don't Cry and our generous partners. Whether it's fundraisers, adoption days, or community awareness campaigns, there's always something happening! We invite you to participate, volunteer, or just come and enjoy some time with our lovable rescues as we work together to create a brighter future for big dogs in need.

  • Dog Days of Summer
    Dog Days of Summer
    Sun, Aug 16
    PetSmart - Merrillville
    Aug 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    PetSmart - Merrillville, 2881 E U.S. Hwy 30, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
    Spend a sweet summer Sunday meeting adoptable dogs who are ready to turn your house into a home.
  • Board & Brush Fundraiser
    Board & Brush Fundraiser
    Sat, Aug 29
    Board & Brush Creative Studio- Valparais
    Aug 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Board & Brush Creative Studio- Valparais, 3510 N Calumet Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383, USA
    Create. Give Back. Help Rescue Dogs Find Their Forever Homes.
  • Fall in Love with a Rescue
    Fall in Love with a Rescue
    Sun, Sep 27
    PetSmart - Merrillville
    Sep 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    PetSmart - Merrillville, 2881 E U.S. Hwy 30, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
    As the weather cools, find a warm and fuzzy friend to snuggle through the fall season.
  • Howl-O-Ween Party - Adoption Event
    Howl-O-Ween Party - Adoption Event
    Sun, Oct 18
    PetSmart - Merrillville
    Oct 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    PetSmart - Merrillville, 2881 E U.S. Hwy 30, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
    Dress up your October with some boo-tiful rescue pups who are ready to haunt your heart in the best way.
  • Canceled - Lucky to Love You
    Canceled - Lucky to Love You
    Date and time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    Date and time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    Get lucky this March! Meet your four-leaf clover in the form of an adorable puppy looking for their forever home.
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