Dog Events in Tampa, FL

There are 11 upcoming pet friendly events in Tampa. 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 Tampa.

Pet Friendly Yappy Hour at Pinellas Ale Works Benefitting Safe Paws
Yappy Hour at Pinellas Ale Works Benefitting Safe Paws Support Safe Paws Animal Rescue at the brewery with a beer, where $1 from each purchase goes towards the shelter. Safe Paws, a small private non-profit in Tampa Bay, focuses on rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing needy pets, while actively seeking foster homes, adopters, and volunteers to advance their mission. See Details
Pet Friendly Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk
Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk Check out local vendors and artisan items like wood crafts, sculptures, handmade/designed clothing and accessories, imported metal art, painted glass, handmade candles, aromatherapy, massage, shell crafts, clay art, jewelry, upcycled items, body products, pet products, authors, and more. There will also be food, drinks and live entertainment. See Details
Yappy Hour at Pinellas Ale Works $1 of every Pinellas Ale Works beer and will be donated to the Pet Pals Animal Shelter. There will be adoptable dogs, Pet Pal swag, and information on about Pet Pals Animal Shelter adoptable animals, events, ways to get involved and more. See Details
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
Pups, Pints, & Pages People aged 21 and older and their furry friends are invited to join this book club. Participants engage in discussions about the book, share their thoughts and feelings, socialize with friends old and new, allow their dogs to play, and savor delightful drinks. If you're not a member, please visit their website to upload your dog's vaccination records. 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
Hoppy Friday Market Fido is welcome along as you browse the vending stalls of small businesses at this weekly event. See Details
Rock the Park Leashed dogs are welcome at this monthly music event showcasing Central Florida’s musical talents. There's also a fenced-in, off-leash dog park on site. See Details
Paw-Fee Break Take a break from the stress and meet with other pet parents to meet downtown to walk with your furry best friend. See Details
Jurrasic Haunt The whole family is invited to this after-hours event featuring themed scare zones, haunted train rides and more! There will be bites and spirits for sale. Gates open at 5:00 PM, and activities start at 6:00 PM. See Details
Drink With Your Dog Brewery Manners Training Class Does your furry friend need a little help with their brewery etiquette? Check out this four-week class where owners and their pups can learn essential skills to keep the whole family comfortable at your next brewery outing. 25% of your registration fee will be donated to a local dog rescue! See Details
DMTB Halloween Pack Walk Dress Fido in his best Halloween attire for this event with Total Dog Tampa and Tampa Girls Who Walk. Participants will stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk with their furry friends as they show off their costumes. Prizes will be awarded to pups with the most original, funniest, and best duo costumes. See Details
Doggie Costume Party Leashed pups are welcome at this annual Halloween party and doggie costume contest to support Compassion Kind and hosted by Dogs Allowed Tampa Bay. There will be prizes for the top dogs in costume! The event will also feature adoptable dogs looking for a home, live music, a raffle, and more. See Details
Howl-o-ween As part of the Grand Central District's Halloween on Central, The Dog Bar will be hosting special dog activities throughout the day like Dachshund and Chihuahua races, and a dog costume parade. See Details
Halloween on Central Pup Costume Contest Celebrate Halloween with your canine friend at this spooky event! There will be a pet costume contest starting at 2:00 PM. Pups must be signed up at by 1:30 PM. Prizes will be awarded to the top three winners. Make sure to check their website for vaccination and registration requirements. See Details
Barktoberfest Come out to one of the largest dog-friendly adoption events within the area! There will be contests, races, training demos, food trucks, vendors and so much more! See Details
Halloween on Central Central Avenue will be transformed for this annual event into a car-free and family-friendly event! There will be Halloween entertainment for the whole family, including a Howl-o-ween event at The Dog Bar St Pete. See Details
Safety Harbor Wine Festival Enjoy an evening with Fido on the waterfront meeting other dogs and dog parents! There will be wine tastings from a variety of local wineries, food, live entertainment and more. Be sure to keep your pup leashed at all times. See Details
Pet Pictures with Santa Don’t miss a tristate Christmas tradition! The Vanderburgh Humane Society is host to the longest-running event in the tristate. Mr. Claus himself makes the trip to Washington Square Mall from the North Pole during the first full weekend in November each year. This allows families to get their photos back in plenty of time for family Christmas cards. The event will be held on Saturday, November 2nd from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday, November 3rd, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. See Details
Tampa, FL, US