Our Events

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Throughout the year, we plan a variety of inspiring events that highlight the work we do.


Graduations
– Events held in February/March, June and October to recognize several of the newly formed partnerships of an assistance dog and a person with a disability.


Open Houses
 – Quarterly presentations for those who would like to learn more about Can Do Canines.


The Fetching Ball Gala
– A wonderful evening held each winter, celebrating Can Do Canines.


Can Do Woofaroo
– Our family-fun festival is held in September and includes a variety of exciting activities.


We invite you to join us at one of our upcoming events. Click on a listing to view more details.

Latest Past Events

Can Do Woofaroo 2024

Can Do Canines 9440 Science Center Drive, New Hope

Bring your friends and well-behaved dogs and join us at the Can Do Woofaroo-a one-mile walk and festival that benefits Can Do Canines! Visit our Can Do Woofaroo page to learn more.

Open House: August 20, 2024

Can Do Canines 9440 Science Center Drive, New Hope

We will be hosting an open house on Tuesday, August 20, from 6-8 p.m., at our campus. Potential clients, volunteers, or anyone who might be interested in supporting the organization is invited to attend to learn how an assistance dog changes the life of a person with a disability. There is no pre-registration for this event, so please join us on August 20. You will be asked to share some contact information at our registration table upon arrival. To request a sign language interpreter for the Open House, please contact Laurie at lcarlson@candocanines.org or call 763-331-3000 at least two weeks in advance. We'll do …

Free

Capes & Cocktails at The Butcher’s Tale

The Butcher's Tale 1121 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis

Join us at The Butcher's Tale for Capes & Cocktails on Thursday, August 8, from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. This cocktail mixer supports Can Do Canines and its mission to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities by creating mutually beneficial partnerships with specially trained dogs. This is a special event to grow the impact of Can Do Canines … and we need your help! We can't wait to see you at this summer soiree. What does admission come with? • An immediate impact on a local nonprofit and the opportunity to connect with mission-driven peers • Appetizers, …

$50