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Events
 See our events calendar here.
Current Scheduled Events:
HUGS @ Pick-A-Pooch DAY ONE
Saturday July 26th, 2025 9:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Baxter Arena
Map: 67th & Center St Omaha Ne 68106
See all of the animals attending this event.
Join HUGS at the Baxter Arena this Saturday and Sunday, for Pick-a-Pooch Adoption Days!
This is a FREE, TWO-DAY event:
July 26th & July 27th
9am-4pm
2425 S. 67th St, Omaha
Come out for adoptable dogs, vendors, and fun galore!
It's FREE for guests to attend the Pet Expo this year!!!! Right across from the Aksarben Village Farmer’s Market. And yes, your pets are welcome to come with you!
HUGS @ Pick-A-Pooch DAY TWO
Sunday July 27th, 2025 9:00 AM until Saturday July 26th, 2025 04:00 PM
Location: Baxter Arena
Map: 67th & Center St Omaha Ne 68106
See all of the animals attending this event.
Join HUGS at the Baxter Arena this Saturday and Sunday, for Pick-a-Pooch Adoption Days!
This is a FREE, TWO-DAY event:
July 26th & July 27th
9am-4pm
2425 S. 67th St, Omaha
Come out for adoptable dogs, vendors, and fun galore!
It's FREE for guests to attend the Pet Expo this year!!!! Right across from the Aksarben Village Farmer’s Market. And yes, your pets are welcome to come with you!
HUGS at Heartland Paws
Saturday August 2nd, 2025 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM
Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
See all of the animals attending this event.
Meet and fall in love with the Desert Litter pups, some of which will be making their debut at this event!
From adorable Husky mixes, to miniature Poodles, and of course, adorable GSD pups, this is an adoption event you do not want to miss!
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday August 7th, 2025 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
Don & Millies at 16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha, on Thursday, August 7th, from 4-8pm.
Mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs!
Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. From burgers to salads and wraps, it's a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
Dining in? Be sure to try the delicious $1.39 strawberry or lime Margaritas!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
HUGS at Paws & Pints
Saturday August 9th, 2025 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Main Street - La Vista
Map: Main St (La Vista City Centre) La Vista Ne 68128
See all of the animals attending this event.
Join us for Paws & Pints on Saturday, August 9th, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Main Street in La Vista City Centre (7861 Main St, La Vista). This will be a dog-friendly evening of food-trucks, dogs, and drinks!
Vendor booths (including ours) will be open until 9:00 PM, and the outdoor patio will remain available until 11:00 PM for guests to continue enjoying the evening.
HUGS at Patriot Homebrew Supply, Elkhorn
Friday August 15th, 2025 6:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Patriot Homebrew Supply
Map: 2929 N 204th St Elkhorn Ne 68022
See all of the animals attending this event.
Come out and meet adoptable dogs through Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS).
Patriot Brewery will have popped popcorn and will be donating $1 from every pour you purchase to the rescue dogs.
This is a dog-friendly event!
Rescue Night at Omaha Dog Bar
Thursday August 21st, 2025 6:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Omaha Dog Bar
Map: 1231 14 Omaha NE 68108
See all of the animals attending this event.
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Omaha Dog Bar Omaha Dog Bar! Meet some amazing rescue pups looking for their forever homes and enjoy a unique night out at this one-of-a-kind venue for dogs and dog-loving humans (18+).
Whether you're hoping to adopt or just want to support the cause, come hang out, grab a drink or a bite, and mingle with fellow dog lovers.
Do you have a friendly rescue pup or Alumni?
Requirements for doggy guests:
- A completed profile in the Omaha Dog Bar portal
- -Up-to-date vaccination records-A valid day pass to play
- -Let’s make this a night of fun, friendship, and finding forever homes!
HUGS at Heartland Paws
Sunday August 24th, 2025 1:00 PM until 02:30 PM
Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
See all of the animals attending this event.
Meet and fall in love with the adoptable pups of HUGS!
From adorable Husky mixes, to miniature Poodles, and gorgeous GSDs and Belgian Malinois, this is an adoption event you do not want to miss. Stop by to say hi to the dogs. You might just meet your new best friend!
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday September 4th, 2025 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
Don & Millies at 16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha, on Thursday, August 7th, from 4-8pm.
Mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs!
Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. From burgers to salads and wraps, it's a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
Dining in? Be sure to try the delicious $1.39 strawberry or lime Margaritas!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
HUGS at Nebraska Brewing Company
Saturday September 20th, 2025 2:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Location: Nebraska Brewing Co.
Map: 6950 S 108th St La Vista Ne 68128
See all of the animals attending this event.
Come unwind with us!
Join us this Saturday from 2-4pm at Nebraska Brewing Company (6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NE) for a fun and relaxing afternoon. Meet some of our gorgeous, adoptable dogs and maybe even find your new best friend!
Enjoy great brews, good company, and wagging tails — we can't wait to see you there!
"Doubt" Fundraiser
Friday September 26th, 2025 7:30 PM until Sunday September 28th, 2025 07:30 PM
Location: Omaha, NE
Omaha, NE
Don’t miss your chance to support Heartland German Shepherd Rescue and enjoy a powerful performance of Doubt by Brigit Saint Brigitte Theatre Company, Omaha, this weekend ONLY.
Please be sure to choose the $50 HUGS Rescue Ticket option, and $20 will go straight to helping rescue pups.
Showtimes: Tonight, Saturday night, and Sunday afternoon.
Grab your tickets now: bsbtheatre.com/events/doubt926. It’s the perfect way to spend your weekend — great theatre + giving back.
UPDATE: We need to sell another 9 Tickets to reach our goal! If 10 tickets are sold, a generous donor will match HUGS' proceeds, so that the rescue dogs get an additional $200!
Click here for more information
HUGS @ NHS-Walk for the Animals
Sunday September 28th, 2025 11:00 AM until 01:30 PM
Location: Nebraska Humane Society
Map: 8929 Fort St Omaha Ne 68134
See all of the animals attending this event.
This Sunday from 11:00am until 1:30pm at the NHS Meadow (8929 Fort Street, Omaha)!
Don't forget to stop by the HUGS booth and say hi to us, and see some of our adorable adoptable pups, including Ollie, Zia, Spyder, Tobias, & little Cheerio, Mocha, and Latte!
You can look forward to:
- Vendors and giveaways
- Rescue Groups featuring lots of furry friends in need of homes!
- A fun Beer Garden to unwind and enjoy!
- Entertainment
- And, of course, a walk down the Keystone Trail with your furry companions!
The best part? It’s a dog-friendly event, so bring your fur babies along for the fun!
And guess what? Admission is FREE! Just swing by and let’s make some wonderful memories together! Hope to see you there!
Parking & Shuttle at Affordable Family Storage (5646 N 90th St)
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday October 2nd, 2025 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
Don & Millies at 16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha, on Thursday, October 2nd, from 4-8pm.
Mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs!
Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. From burgers to salads and wraps, it's a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
Dining in? Be sure to try the delicious $1.39 strawberry or lime Margaritas!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
HUGS at Dogtoberfest
Saturday October 4th, 2025 10:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Defiance Harley-Davidson
Map: 4940 S 72nd St Omaha NE 68127
See all of the animals attending this event.
Join us this Saturday from 10am-3pm at Defiance Harley-Davidson, for a family & dog-friendly day. Several rescues, including HUGS, will be there with adoptable dogs.
Dog costume contest at 1pm. $5 hot dogs, chips & soda/beer 11am until gone.
HUGS Annual Silent Auction
Sunday October 5th, 2025 3:00 PM until Saturday October 11th, 2025 03:00 PM
Location: Online
Our annual silent auction is back — and it’s all online! Browse and bid on an incredible selection of items, from local gift cards and unique experiences to home décor, pet goodies, and more.
Auction Opens: 3pm October 5th Auction Closes: Saturday, October 11 at 3:00 PM (during our Wine Tasting Event at Vino Mas)
-Where: Online — bid from anywhere!
-Payment: Credit card, PayPal, Venmo or check accepted. All proceeds benefit the rescue dogs of HUGS.
-Item Pickup: Items can be picked up at Vino Mas on October 11 or by arrangement. Shipping available for select items (shipping fees apply).
Why Participate? Every bid helps us provide medical care, food, and safe shelter for German Shepherds in need.
Auction Link: 32auctions.com/hugs
Vino Mas - Wine & Dogs, and Silent Auction
Saturday October 11th, 2025 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Vino Mas (402) 916-4111
Map: 14450 Eagle Run Dr - Ste 220 Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Saturday, October 11th, join us at Vino Mas -14450 Eagle Run Dr, Omaha- from 1:00-3:00pm, This will be a
fun, relaxing
day of WINE, BEER,
DOGS, and the culmination of our silent auction to benefit the HUGS rescue dogs
!
10% of sales between 1-3pm will be donated directly to the HUGS dogs.
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