To request Hand in Paw to attend your event, please fill out this application. Questions? Email HIP's Volunteer Coordinator, Stephanie Stoltzner
EVENT APPLICATION
August 22, 2026 6-10 PM
Join us Saturday, Aug. 22, at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum for the 25th installment of our signature gala, Picasso Pets, featuring live and silent auctions auction, a photo booth, wine pull, a fabulous seated dinner, Tito's signature cocktails, wine, beer, and more!
October 16, 2026 5:30-7:30 PM
Join us on Friday, October 16, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Cahaba Brewing Company for a spirited pet costume contest, a stein hoist competition, and an Oktoberfest-themed photo booth while you enjoy craft beer and shop with dozens of local vendors.
November 14, 2026 10 am - 12 pm
Bring your well-behaved pets and family to the Hand in Paw Training Center on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon for festive photos with Santa Paws! Capture a special holiday memory — with plenty of time to create and send your holiday cards — while supporting Hand in Paw’s Animal-Assisted Therapy programs.
These events occur every year and are our biggest fundraisers!
Mutt Strut
Hand in Paw's 16th Annual Mutt Strut: Dog-Friendly 5k and 1 Mile, presented by Creative Dog Training, Fun Run will take place at Homewood Central Park on Saturday, April 11! It will be a pawesome day in the great outdoors full of exciting races, contests, and vendors.
Picasso Pets
Our signature auction featuring a chic VIP cocktail reception, therapy animals, signature drinks, a seated dinner, and silent and live auctions. The 25th Annual Picasso Pets will take place on Saturday, August 22, 2026 from 6-10 pm at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.
Barktoberfest
Our Oktoberfest-inspired "friendraiser" is Saturday, October 16, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Cahaba Brewing Company. Enjoy a spirited pet costume contest where furry friends show off their Halloween best, a photo booth, and a stein hoist competition for those ready to test their strength.
