Saturday, July 12th, 2025

8:00am - 9:00pm

Coon Dog Day is a beloved summer tradition in Saluda, North Carolina. The festival kicks off with a 5K Fun Run, followed by a bustling vendor market and a lively parade featuring floats, firetrucks, and plenty of dogs. Dog lovers can enjoy the “Every Dog’s a Star” show, a fun contest celebrating all breeds, as well as the AKC Registered Coon Hound Dog Show showcasing top hounds. The day also includes a firefighter agility contest, live music, and dancing, culminating in square dancing under the stars—a perfect mix of small-town charm, community spirit, and Southern tradition.

Schedule

8:00 AM
Saluda Elementary School 5k Fun Run
Main St – Start and Finish
Sign Up

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Vendors Open
Public Parking on Howard Gap Rd with Shuttle

11:00 AM
Coon Dog Day Parade
Registration Required by 6/15/2024

12:30PM
★ Every Dog’s a Star Show ★
All dogs contest and fundraising event for Foothills Humane Society
Pre-Register

2:30 PM
AKC Register Coon Hound Dog Show – Saluda School Ball Field
Same-Day Registration Available

McCreery Park Amphitheater
3:00 PM
James Metcalf and the Colt Creek Bluegrass

5:00 PM
Shagging in the Park
with Jack roper & The Weatherman Band

7:00PM
Square Dancing with Pinnacle Mountain All Stars &
square dance caller Joe Sam Queen

For more information and sponsorship opportunities, you can reach out to events@cityofsaludanc.com.

Saturday, July 12th, 2025

8:00am - 9:00pm

Schedule

Vendor Application

Parade Application

Volunteer Information

Printable Map

Sponsors

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