Upcoming Events
Get involved!
We hold numerous events throughout the year, including play dates for Greyhounds (and Galgos), Meet & Greets, and board meetings, among other things! Check out the full list of events below, or use the calendar to see an overview by month.
We always need volunteers for our events, especially play dates. If you’re interested in volunteering your time, please contact volunteernw@gpa-nw.org!
Filter Events
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
Greyhound Group Walk @ Hazelia Field, Luscher Farm
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Greyhound Group Walk @ Hazelia Field, Luscher Farm
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
October Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: TBD
Halloween Romp & Play Date
Join us for our annual Halloween Romp & a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $15 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun event – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
Greyhound Group Walk @ Tualatin Community Park
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Greyhound Group Walk @ Tualatin Community Park
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Annual Meeting
We would love you to join us for our Annual Meeting.
Location and meeting details TBD
What’s on the meeting agenda?
Introductions
A short overview of the year's achievements, challenges, adoptions, and activities.
Gathering feedback on this year’s activities and input on plans for 2026.
A ballot election for the 2026 board of directors. Board members serve one-year terms of office, though they can serve consecutive one-year terms if elected.
Interested in being considered for the board next year? Email jvchandler@frontier.com for more information or to express you interest.
Greyhound Group Walk @ Jameson Square Fountain
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Greyhound Group Walk @ Jameson Square Fountain
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Great Global Greyhound Walk - Portland Metro area@ Tualatin Community Park
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Annual Picnic
Our upcoming Annual Picnic is Saturday, Sept. 27 in Wilsonville. Bring your family and greys, and enjoy socializing with the humans and hounds. Thanks to a generous donation from one of our board members to cover reservation costs, there’s no entry fee again this year!
Greyhound Group Walk @ Salish Ponds Wetland Park
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
September Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: Virtual/Phone Meeting — Call-in details TBD.
Greyhound Group Walk @ Salish Ponds Wetland Park
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
August Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: TBD
Greyhound Group Walk @ Laurelhurst Park
Meet at 33rd and Pine.
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Greyhound Group Walk @ Laurelhurst Park
Meet at 33rd and Pine.
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
July Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: TBD
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
Greyhound Group Walk @ Columbia Park Annex
Meet at Woolsey and Amhurst.
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
Greyhound Group Walk @ Columbia Park Annex
Meet at Woolsey and Amhurst.
Event by Portland Greyhound Walking Club
June Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: TBD
Animal Crackers Presents Outdoor Gear Day
Bring your hounds and enjoy the fun - Animal Crackers is having a fun-filled event, bringing together outdoor fans, pet lovers and local businesses. Enjoy a day of sales, demos, raffles and giveaways with other greyhounds. Local representatives from Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest will be on hand from 11:00 - 2:00 for a Meet & Greet.
Come and meet some wonderful local Greyhound "display models!" Heck, we may even have some adoptable Greyhounds in attendance, as well. We'll answer any and all questions you have about Greyhound adoption.
Location: 949 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97330.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
Meet & Greet @ Healthy Pets NW
Join us to learn about adopting a retired racing greyhound, meet some adoptable hounds and those already adopted. Talk with experienced greyhound owners, learn about our adoption process and fostering opportunities.
May Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: TBD
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
April Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters.
Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: TBD
Meet & Greet @ Animal Crackers Pet Supply
Join us to learn about adopting a retired racing greyhound, meet some adoptable hounds and those already adopted. Talk with experienced greyhound owners, learn about our adoption process and fostering opportunities.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area. Entry fee is $10 per dog; foster dogs play free.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
Meet & Greet @ Healthy Pets NW
Join us to learn about adopting a retired racing greyhound, meet some adoptable hounds and those already adopted. Talk with experienced greyhound owners, learn about our adoption process and fostering opportunities.