The STROLL Hyde Park Pet Parade (paws down, the friendliest parade in Tampa) on October 24th, 2026

A free neighborhood event sponsored by:

and benefitting:

Donations

Our Pet Parade is a FREE event spotlighting The Humane Society of Tampa Bay (HSTB.)  Click here (or the logo above) to make a donation. If possible, on the day of the event, please bring a clean old towel to donate to benefit the Surgical Team at HSTB. 

Get ready to howl with laughter and join the most spooktacular pet parade in town, where furry creatures unleash their inner ghosts, goblins, and ghouls for a Halloween extravaganza that will make your funny bone tingle!

Calling all pet lovers and animal enthusiasts! Get ready for a spectacular celebration of furry friends and fantastic fun at the Hyde Park Pet Parade. Whether you have a playful pup, a sassy cat, or a cuddly critter, this event is your chance to show off your beloved companion in their most adorable costumes. Join us as we take over the streets with a dazzling display of creativity, laughter, and wagging tails. From hilarious hounds to purr-fectly charming felines, the Hyde Park Pet Parade is a one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you smiling from ear to ear. So grab your pet's best attire, bring your sense of humor, and be a part of this unforgettable event that celebrates the unique bond between humans and their beloved pets. Get ready to paws-itively enjoy a day filled with laughter, joy, and endless cuteness at the Hyde Park Pet Parade!

Our Parade EMCEE - Courtney Robinson

Courtney Robinson is an Emmy Award-winning anchor for 10 Tampa Bay News, where she anchors the evening newscasts.
Raised on Fort Bragg, N.C., Courtney is the daughter of the late Lt. Col. Craig Robinson, a Special Operations officer who died while serving in Korea in 1994. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and, before moving to Florida, reported in Washington, D.C.
Throughout her career, Courtney has covered major national stories, presidential elections, severe weather and issues affecting military families. Her award-winning investigative and in-depth reporting has highlighted the lack of funding for pediatric cancer research and unsafe housing for military families.
Courtney serves on the board of the American Heart Association and supports local organizations, including the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, My Warrior’s Place, Blood Cancer United and St. John’s Episcopal Church and Parish Day School.
She lives in South Tampa with her husband, Brad, and their two children.

A paw-some Halloween celebration at the Hyde Park Pet Parade, where you'll see more cute costumes than you can shake a (doggy) tail at!