Dog Events in St. Petersburg, FL

There are 10 upcoming pet friendly events in St. Petersburg. Use the links below to get details on each event, print directions, look at pictures, and even read reviews of last year’s event. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in St. Petersburg.

Pet Friendly 3rd Thursday
Dec 20, 2018 – Dec 18, 2025

3rd Thursday

3rd Thursday Leashed dogs are welcome at Tampa's monthly street food festival! Guests can enjoy gourmet food trucks, craft cocktails, live music and more. See Details
Pet Friendly Safety Harbor's Downtown Third Friday Street Festival
Safety Harbor's Downtown Third Friday Street Festival Come out to Main Street Safety Harbor's third Friday of the month event for shopping, dining, music and entertainment for the whole family! Main Street will be closed to traffic so that you can enjoy all that it has to offer. You'll find live music at the gazebo and throughout downtown, arts and crafts, and food vendors. See Details
Jul 19, 2024 – Jun 20, 2025

Musical Bingo

Musical Bingo The whole family, including Fido, is invited to this bi-weekly event! Attendees can browse vendors at the night markets, take a chance to win prizes at bingo and listen to music. Don’t forget to ask for a complimentary pup cup for your furry friend! See Details
Aug 7, 2024 – Jul 2, 2025

Mayor's Food Truck Fiesta

Mayor's Food Truck Fiesta Enjoy lunch with Fido at this monthly event in the park! Guests will get to choose from various food trucks to purchase their lunch and treats. See Details
Nov 15, 2024 – Nov 15, 2025

PeliPAWS Dog Walk/Run

PeliPAWS Dog Walk/Run Friendly pups are welcome to participate in this half-mile walk or run, welcoming all endurance levels. For participating, Fido will recieve a bandana and bib number. See Details
Puppy Bowl Playoffs and Championship Sunday Register for your pup for the playoffs on Sunday, February 2nd. Starting at noon, pups under 25 lbs will kick off the event. At 2 PM, pups weighing 25-50 lbs can play, and at 4 PM, pups pro pups over 50 lbs are welcome to play. The Puppy Bowl Championship will then be held on Sunday, February 9th at 4 PM. Dogs must be registered at the door one hour before the event start time! See Details
Woofball Puppy Bowl at Dog Bar St. Pete This annual event combines mini football games, adoptable pups, and a watch party for Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl, all in support of Compassion Kind Rescue. The day kicks off with puppy games featuring adorable competitors on a fenced mini football field, leading up to the main game at 6 PM. Meet two stars from Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl and maybe even find your future furry family member among the rescue dogs available for adoption. Savor delicious BBQ from Ibbi's Q BBQ Food Truck and sip refreshing drinks as you cheer on the canine athletes. Puppies must be under 8 months old for the puppy round. Adult dogs must weigh under 25 lbs. for the adult dog round. Owners must have proof of current vaccinations for every dog, and participating dogs will have their Dog Bar entrance fee waived. See Details
Puppy Bowl X at HOB Brewing Company Bring Fido to "tail"gate before the big game and support a great organization! Meet adoptable puppies, shop from on site vendors, and capture a professional photo of your pup on the Gridiron. There will also be raffles and 'pick-the-winners" prizes! See Details
Valentine's Day Dog Kissing Booth Bring your pups at a scheduled 10-minute time slot and you'll have the chance to snap adorable photos with your furry friend! Call to reserve your time! See Details
Paws & Pierogies: Dinner for Two with Your Dog Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your furry friend and support a great cause! Enjoy a special dog-friendly dinner menu from The Kielbasa Bus Food Truck, alongside their signature pierogies, sausages, and bratwurst. Capture sweet memories at a themed Valentine’s photo op featuring a cozy, decorated teepee. Whether you’re single, a dog lover, or just looking for a fun night out, this event promises great food, good vibes, and tail wags. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Pinellas, making it a paw-sitive way to spend the evening! Dog Bar is a 21+ venue and first-time visitors must bring proof of their dog’s immunizations. See Details
Gulfport's Get Rescued Bring Fido to one of the largest animal rescue events in the state! All profits benefit participating non-profit rescue groups. The event will feature up to 50 animal rescue groups, pet vendors, raffles, the Florida Weiner Dog Derby, animal training demos, a pet food and supplies drive, pet care education, and more. See Details
Dog Bar Prom: Winter Formal Get ready to dance the night away at the first-ever Winter Pride Prom, set in a dazzling winter wonderland! Guests—both human and canine—are encouraged to dress in formal attire and enjoy a night of music, cocktails, and fun, with DJ Itty Bitty keeping the party going. A highlight of the evening is the crowning of the Winter Pride Royalty, where two lucky pups will take the title with the help of drag queen Monique Love. Winners will also have the chance to promenade the stage at Winter Pride the following day. See Details
Largo Seafood & Music Festival Leashed dogs are welcome at this festival which offers a mix of gourmet cuisine, live music and unique shopping. Enjoy freshly prepared seafood, meats, and vegetarian dishes paired with desserts and beverages. Live performances span genres like R&B, jazz, and rock, featuring some of the region's top talents. Between shows, explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing arts, crafts, gourmet food items and specialty products. The event hours are Friday from 4 PM until 10 PM, Saturday from 11 AM until 10 PM, and on Sunday from 11 AM until 6 PM. See Details
Paws in Motion Walk-a-thon & Festival Bring Fido to a leisurely 1.5-mile walk benefiting The Humane Society of Manatee County. There will be prizes for individuals and teams who collect the most in donations. Guests can also enjoy a Vendor Village, raffles, a pet photo booth, contests, food trucks and more! See Details
Paddy Fest St. Pete Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual Irish celebration that features bagpipers, step dancers, traditional Irish music, food trucks, vendors, whiskey tastings, corned beef, Guinness on tap, a Kids' Zone, and so much more! A portion of the proceeds go to the benefit of Ocean Aid 360 for marine habitat restoration. See Details
Annual Hyde Park Village Art Fair Leashed dogs are welcome at this annual festival that features more than 150 exhibitors displaying a wide range of works from life-size sculptures to photography and jewelry. Visitors will have the chance to meet artists, explore their techniques, commission custom pieces and learn about their inspirations. See Details
Hippie Dash 5K This 5K event will also feature a 1 Mile Walk, Woof & Roll and a Flower Child Run!

Whether you're competitive or chilled-out, everyone will enjoy this run along downtown Safety Harbor, beginning and ending at the City Marina on a certified course. Walkers and strollers are welcome, but MUST start behind the runners.

Hippie threads highly encouraged! You might just be groovy enough to win the costume contest!

All proceeds benefit Goodwill's services for people with disabilities or other barriers to employment.
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Dogtoberfest Bring a chair and stay for the day! There will be many activities including the Suncoast Alumni Parade, a lure course, an adopt-a-thon, a blessing of the animals, games, vendors, pet selfie ops and much more. See Details
St. Petersburg, FL, US