Beastly Bash
Break out your snazziest leopard print—the Minnesota Zoo Foundation’s Beastly Bash is back this year, this time with in-person and virtual options. June 18, Minnesota Zoo, mnzoo.org
Sunset Affair
You don’t have to choose between supporting flora and fauna at Como Friends’ annual fundraiser for the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. July 21, Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, comofriends.org
Bone Appetit
Get glitzy at this gala and live auction in support of Secondhand Hounds, a local nonprofit that rehomes over 2,600 dogs and cats annually. Bonus: We’re told there will be rescue puppies on-site for guests to pet. September 9, The Depot Minneapolis, secondhandhounds.org
Whisker Whirl
The Animal Humane Society’s dog-friendly (it’s BYO woofer!) yet still fancy Whisker Whirl is back. September 16, Quincy Hall, Mpls., animalhumanesociety.org
Can Do Woofaroo
Take a one-mile walk with your pups in support of Can Do Canines, an organization that connects people with disabilities with the perfect service animal for them. September 24, Can Do Canines campus, New Hope, candocanines.org
