Find an American Greyhound Event Near You!
Our volunteers are always out and about at local events with our dogs to spread the word about how awesome sighthounds really are. Many people have never seen a sighthound before, so this is a wonderful opportunity to stop on by to meet and pet one of our amazing dogs!
Check the list below to see where we’ll be next! (Or, if you and your greyhound would like to volunteer, please contact us!)
Upcoming Events
(Note: All Event Times are Local Time for the event unless otherwise stated – please be mindful that some.)
Aug 17
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Aug 24
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Aug 31
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Sept 03
2025
New Dog Day @ O’Hare InternationalGreet the new retired racing greyhounds arriving from UK’s Romford Kennels! Six dogs will be arriving, and volunteers are needed to help walk dogs, take photos, and welcome the new hounds. If you are interested in helping (or fostering or adopting a new arrival!), please contact Erin at efloyd@americangreyhound.org.
Arrival Time TBDO’Hare Intl Airport
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Sept 05
2025
Dog Days of Summer @ Downtown South BendDowntown South Bend will be going to the dogs for September’s First Friday, as we celebrate the “Dog Days of Summer.” Bring your hound downtown for a fun night out featuring a block party, booths featuring animal rescue groups and organizations (including American Greyhound!), opportunities to dine with your dog at 22+ pet friendly patios, and more! Eat, shop, walk around, and enjoy the (hopefully) cooler weather as we say goodbye to summer!
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm (ET)217 S Michigan St
South Bend, IN
South Bend, IN
Sept 06
2025
Greyt Readers @ Crown Point Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading abilities. No registration required at this location. Children of all ages welcome.
10:00 am – 11:00 am (CT)122 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN
Crown Point, IN
Sept 07
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Sept 08
2025
Greyt Readers @ Tinley Park Public LibraryJoin us for Greyt Readers at the Tinley Park Public Library!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (CT)7851 Timber Drive Tinley Park, IL
Sept 14
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Sept 20
2025
Art Blitz @ The Art Barn School of ArtAmerican Greyhound will be at the 2025 Art Blitz, the 9th annual celebration hosted by the Art Barn School of Art in Valparaiso. Stop by and visit our booth, plus all of the other fun things to do at this exciting festival!
9:00 am – 5:00 pm (CT)695 N 400 E
Valparaiso, IN
Valparaiso, IN
Sept 21
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Sept 28
2025
Great Global Greyhound Walk @ Indy’s Garfield ParkJoin Indy sighthound families for the Great Global Greyhound Walk! Each year, greyhounds, galgos, lurchers, and every other kind of sighthound get together all around the world for the GGGW. Last year, almost over 13,300 dogs participated from 42 countries. Meet us at the McAllister Amphitheater in Garfield Park to be part of the 2025 walk!
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (ET)2425 Conservatory Drive
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis, IN
Sept 28
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Oct 04
2025
Greyt Readers @ Crown Point Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading abilities. No registration required at this location. Children of all ages welcome.
10:00 am – 11:00 am (CT)122 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN
Crown Point, IN
Oct 05
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Oct 11
2025
Greyt Readers @ Warsaw Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment and gain confidence in their reading abilities. Contact Warsaw Public Library for more details!
10:30 am – 12:00 pm (ET)310 E Main Street
Warsaw, IN
Warsaw, IN
Oct 12
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Oct 19
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Oct 26
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Oct 27
2025
Greyt Readers @ Tinley Park Public LibraryJoin us for Greyt Readers at the Tinley Park Public Library!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (CT)7851 Timber Drive Tinley Park, IL
Nov 01
2025
Greyt Readers @ Crown Point Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading abilities. No registration required at this location. Children of all ages welcome.
10:00 am – 11:00 am (CT)122 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN
Crown Point, IN
Nov 08
2025
Greyt Readers @ Warsaw Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment and gain confidence in their reading abilities. Contact Warsaw Public Library for more details!
10:30 am – 12:00 pm (ET)310 E Main Street
Warsaw, IN
Warsaw, IN
Nov 10
2025
Greyt Readers @ Tinley Park Public LibraryJoin us for Greyt Readers at the Tinley Park Public Library!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (CT)7851 Timber Drive Tinley Park, IL
Dec 06
2025
Greyt Readers @ Crown Point Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading abilities. No registration required at this location. Children of all ages welcome.
10:00 am – 11:00 am (CT)122 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN
Crown Point, IN
Dec 13
2025
Greyt Readers @ Warsaw Public LibraryGreyt Readers provides an opportunity for children to read to retired greyhounds in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgment and gain confidence in their reading abilities. Contact Warsaw Public Library for more details!
10:30 am – 12:00 pm (ET)310 E Main Street
Warsaw, IN
Warsaw, IN
May 02
2026
Winning Hearts Benefit Gala @ Blue Chip CasinoMark your calendars for your favorite night of the year! Preparations for the annual Winning Hearts Benefit Gala are already underway, and we can’t wait to see you there! Join us for dinner, drinks, silent and live auctions, and all kinds of other fun! This year’s event will be at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, and you won’t want to miss it! Tickets will go on sale soon.
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm (CT)777 Blue Chip Drive
Michigan City, IN
Michigan City, IN
Past Events
Aug 11
2025
Greyt Readers @ Tinley Park Public LibraryJoin us for Greyt Readers at the Tinley Park Public Library!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
Alongside their handler, one of our volunteer sighthounds will listen as kids in grades K-5 read out loud from a book of their choice to hone their reading skills. Note: Kids must be signed up in advance of the session, so contact Tinley Park Public Library for more information!
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (CT)7851 Timber Drive Tinley Park, IL
Aug 10
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. Be sure to come say hi! (This event is weather permitting.)
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Aug 03
2025
St. John’s Farmers MarketJoin American Greyhound at the St. John’s Farmers Market! Our sighthound volunteers and their handlers will be at their booth and eager to meet new faces. This week, we have a special guest! Adoptable greyhound Jaka will be there from 9:00 am – 11:00 am, so be sure to come say hi!
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (CT)9660 Wicker Ave Saint John, IN
Jun 14
2025
American Greyhound Summer PicnicCelebrate all things sighthound! Join us for a fun-filled day featuring food and activities, including our summer auction! Bring your hounds and get ready to bid on some great items!
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm (CT)2100 Willowcreek Rd
Portage, IN
Portage, IN
Winning Hearts Benefit Gala 2025
A big thank you to all those who supported us through our Winning Hearts Auction!
From donors and volunteers to those who attended in-person and online, thanks to all who helped make the night a big success!
We are already making plans for 2026, so stay tuned for updates!
And a very special thanks to our corporate sponsors:
