News Summary
The St. Pete Dog Parade is set to take place at Family Park on the St. Pete Pier, offering a day filled with festivities for dog lovers. Scheduled for October 25, the event features a costume contest, live entertainment, and activities supporting local animal welfare. Registration for parade participants is $10 and includes a bandana and a donation to Friends of Strays Animal Shelter. Attendees are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes, adding to the fun and vibrant atmosphere.
St. Petersburg is set to host the St. Pete Dog Parade on Saturday, October 25, at Family Park on the St. Pete Pier. The festivities will run from 2 PM to 7 PM, with the parade kicking off at 4 PM. This event promises to be a highlight for dog lovers and community members alike, featuring a variety of activities, entertainment, and opportunities to support local animal welfare initiatives.
The St. Pete Dog Parade is free for spectators; however, those wishing to participate in the parade must register, costing $10. Registration includes a collectible St. Pete Pier bandana for the participating dog, a number bib for the costume contest, and a donation to the Friends of Strays Animal Shelter. This shelter is known as St. Pete’s oldest no-kill shelter that dedicates its efforts to helping thousands of animals find forever homes every year.
All attendees, including pets, are highly encouraged to wear festive Halloween costumes in line with the event’s theme, ensuring a lively atmosphere, particularly among the vibrant pumpkin patch at St. Pete Pier. Festivities will also include music, games, children’s activities, and dog-friendly fun, as well as an array of food and drink vendors catering to the crowd.
A panel of judges will oversee the costume contest, awarding winners in three distinct categories: Best Human & Pet Duo, Most Original Pet Costume, and People’s Choice. Following the parade, selected finalists from the contest will compete in an audience participation round, which will ultimately determine the Crowd Favorite and the overall winner of the costume contest.
This event is not just about fun and entertainment; it plays a significant role in supporting the Friends of Strays Animal Shelter. Guests are encouraged to bring a donation of cat or dog food for the organization’s Food Pantry, which helps provide free pet food to under-resourced households throughout the community.
Details of the Event
- Date: Saturday, October 25
- Location: Family Park on the St. Pete Pier
- Time: 2 PM to 7 PM (parade starts at 4 PM)
- Registration Cost: $10 (includes a bandana and donation to Friends of Strays)
- Costume Contest Categories: Best Human & Pet Duo, Most Original Pet Costume, People’s Choice
- Donation Encouraged: Cat or dog food for Friends of Strays Food Pantry
Background of St. Pete Pier
The St. Pete Pier has recently become a hub for various community events, marking its significance within the local culture. The pier previously celebrated its 5th anniversary with a fall festival that attracted thousands of attendees, featuring live music, bounce houses, face painting, and an assortment of food vendors. Since its opening in July 2020, which was during the COVID-19 pandemic, the pier has emerged as a popular venue for concerts, fitness classes, and seasonal events, including this much-anticipated Halloween dog parade.
With its festive offerings, the St. Pete Dog Parade is expected to draw a large crowd of both participants and spectators, fostering community engagement while simultaneously supporting a noble cause aimed at helping animals find loving homes.
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Additional Resources
- I Love The Burg: St. Pete Dog Parade
- Fox 13 News: St. Pete Pier Celebrates 5 Years
- AOL: Hillsborough County Parks Festive Skate
- WFLA: Fall Festivities at St. Pete Pier
- The Gabber: South Pinellas Halloween Guide
- Wikipedia: St. Petersburg, Florida
- Google Search: St. Pete Pier events
- Google Scholar: St. Petersburg community events
- Encyclopedia Britannica: St. Petersburg, Florida
- Google News: St. Pete Dog Parade
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