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Nashville Humane Association will host one of its most beloved events, Unleashed – Dinner with Your Dog, on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Hilton Downtown Nashville. The Barks & Bonfires-themed event brings together NHA supporters and their dogs for a festive cocktail hour, multi-course dinner, and runway show featuring local celebrities and adoptable pups.
“Unleashed is not your typical charity event,” says Laura Baker, executive director of NHA. “It’s a one-of-a-kind celebration where our supporters get to party alongside their beloved dogs. We are thankful for the support we have received for the last 17 years of this event, and we look forward to another unforgettable night.”
Voted one of Nashville’s “Best Charity Events” by readers of the Nashville Scene, Unleashed is one of Nashville Humane Association’s signature fundraising events, with proceeds benefiting the organization's mission to serve animals and pet owners across Middle Tennessee. The 2026 Unleashed theme is Barks & Bonfires, and people and pups are encouraged to come dressed in their glamping best. Tickets to the event are $150, and can be purchased online now.
In 2026, Nashville Humane will celebrate its 80th anniversary serving animals and pets in Middle Tennessee and beyond. Since opening in 1946, NHA has been more than a shelter, and is committed to humane education, reducing pet overpopulation, and working to keep animals healthy. As an entirely gift-based not-for-profit, Nashville Humane relies on contributions from supporters.
Unleashed – Dinner with Your Dog will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 6:00pm. Tickets are $150 per person and include a seated dinner, open bar, celebrity runway, and silent auction. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here: https://give.nashvillehumane.org/event/unleashed-26/e741961