Dog Events in Apollo Beach, FL

On select dates, take Fido a one-of-a-kind dog and dolphin encounter on this interactive tour, where pups and dolphins meet in a safe and controlled environment. Hosted by Captain Christian, this unique event offers guests the chance to witness these intelligent animals engaging with each other. A dolphin sighting is guaranteed, or your next trip is free! Beverages and snacks are available for purchase on board. Participants must be at least 21 years old.

Leashed dogs are welcome to celebrate at this annual event! Guests can enjoy traditional German beer, bratwurst, schnitzel, live music, dancing, polka bands, lederhosen, and traditional games like stein-hoisting and keg stacking. It’s a family- and dog-friendly fall festival where visitors can compete, celebrate, and enjoy authentic German food, drinks, and entertainment! The hours for the festival are Friday from 4 PM until 11 PM, Saturday from 11 AM until 11 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM until 6 PM.

This dog-friendly fundraiser features a dog costume contest, silent auction, photo booth, special treats for pups and live music. Guests can enjoy a cold beer, connect with fellow dog lovers and support rescue dogs in need through their participation and bids.

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!

Guests can enjoy beer from local breweries, food trucks, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and contests like log sawing and brat eating. For Dachshunds, there will be a Best Dressed Wiener and Wiener dog races! All dogs must be kept on a leash. The event will be held Friday from 5 PM until 10 PM, Saturday from 11 AM until 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM until 6 PM.

This dog-friendly Halloween pet parade invites pets of all kinds to show off their creative costumes and join a festive neighborhood celebration. Guests can enjoy a costume contest with multiple categories, prizes, adoptable pets and giveaways. The parade will commence at St. John’s Tampa (906 S Orleans Ave, Tampa, FL 33606) and end at Hyde Park Presbyterian Church (1309 W. Swann Avenue).

Central Avenue will be transformed into a car-free and family-friendly festival area for this annual event! There will be Halloween entertainment for the whole family, including local vendors, live music, business advocacy, immersive experiences, candy, dog-friendly activities, and more.

Bring your costumed dog for photos and compete for prizes awarded to the top three pups. Dogs must be well-behaved, on a 6-foot non-retractable leash, and owners should bring water for themselves and their pets. Please note weather-related cancellations are possible; rain checks won't be provided

Shop unique handmade goods with your leashed pup at this outdoor craft festival featuring talented artisans, crafters, and a green market with eco-friendly products. Stroll the scenic waterfront setting while browsing one-of-a-kind jewelry, home décor, artwork, specialty foods, and more.

Doxapalooza is Florida’s premier Dachshund celebration, hosted by Dachshund Adoption, Rescue, and Education (DARE). All dogs are welcome, and while some adoptable Dachshunds may be present, only pre-approved adopters can take them home. Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities, including the famous Wiener Dog Races, a costume contest, a kissing contest, raffles, auctions, and shopping.

Don’t miss a tristate Christmas tradition! The Vanderburgh Humane Society is host to the longest-running event in the tristate. This allows families to get their photos back in plenty of time for family Christmas cards.

This dog-friendly festival celebrates local shopping, food and community with more than 350 artists, makers, shops, food vendors, nonprofits and small businesses. Guests can enjoy food trucks, desserts, live music, entertainment, free activities, a children’s zone, beer garden and an adoptable pet parade while shopping for unique gifts and supporting local businesses.

On this select date only, Enchant Christmas welcomes leashed dogs and their people to explore dazzling light displays, take photos with Santa and enjoy special pet-friendly routes! Tickets are by timed entry and you’ll need both a human ticket and a dog ticket (there's a maximum of two dog tickets per order), and you'll need to complete the dog waiver. Advance purchase required for timed entry. Pups will be required to be fully vaccinated to attend this evening. Please be prepared with proof of vaccinations and license.

Sunday, 12/6 1-4PM and Friday 12/11 6-9PM This dog-friendly holiday fundraiser offers professional Santa portraits for dogs and their people, featuring Urban Dog Studio’s signature style. For a $35 donation, guests receive print-ready and social media versions of their portrait, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Pawsitive Exposure Project and its efforts to help rescue dogs find forever homes.

This dog-friendly Christmas-themed 5K run/walk offers scenic views and the opportunity to enjoy a timed race followed by a pour of wine. Registration includes a T-shirt, shatterproof wine glass, finisher medal that doubles as a wine stopper, chip-timed race bib and online results. Participants can register for both days and receive a discount on the second race!

Bring Fido each Thursday for this happy hour event that benefits a different local animal rescue each week!

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at this annual festival featuring tons of tacos and Mexican dishes from over 25 of the best local food trucks, chefs and restaurants, plus beer and cocktails. Guests will also enjoy taco eating contests, Lucha Libre Wrestling, live mural artists, and live music.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this 5K run/walk that features scenic views and a festive cider-themed experience. Registration includes a T-shirt, shatterproof collapsible glass, finisher medal, chip-timed race bib, online results, a homemade cider donut and a pour of cider. Proceeds benefit Florida Giant Dog Rescue.

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.

Bring your dog and join the group for a weekly pack walk at Epps Park! This welcoming, dog-centered meetup is a chance for pet parents to move, mingle, and build connections while their pups walk and socialize together.