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Tampa, Florida 33602

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Pawty in the Plaza

Sunday, August 24, 2025
10:00 am12:00 pm
Water Street Tampa

Get ready to unleash the fun—Pawty in the Plaza is rolling over with tail-wagging activities, four-legged friends, and doggone good vibes! This bark-worthy event invites pups and their people for an afternoon of treats, tail wags, and community fun, right in the heart of the plaza.

Find your future best friend with adoptable dogs from Mercy Full Project, then strike a pose at the Doggie Kissing Booth—because every pup deserves their moment in the spotlight! Watch as local caricature artists capture your furry friend’s personality in just a few strokes, or fetch a heartfelt Pup Poem on Demand from our talented typewriter poets. Cool off with pup cups from Chill Bros Ice Cream and try your luck at the Spin-the-Wheel Giveaway Station—you might just score paw-some prizes!

Don’t forget to explore our pop-up market featuring local pet-loving businesses.

Whether you’re looking to adopt, treat your pup, or simply enjoy a fur-filled afternoon, Pawty in the Plaza is the perfect experience for dog lovers of all ages.

Our Impact This Year

  • 2024 Volunteer Hours

    999

  • 2024 Dollars Raised

    $592,178

  • 2024 Program Participants

    142,747

Friends of the Riverwalk
201 N Franklin St Suite 2900
Tampa, Florida 33602
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