2026 Humane Society of Manatee County Paws in Motion Event
Date and Time
Saturday Mar 14, 2026
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
March 14th, 2026 from 9am - 1pm
Location
452 3rd Ave. West Bradenton FL Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion @ Rossi Park
Fees/Admission
WALKERS: Adult Registration 12+: $25 /Day of: $30 Senior 62+ :$20/Day of: $25Children under 12: FREE
VENDORS: Paws in Motion exhibitor spaces are $50.00 each. Space price includes 10’x10’ space, one table and two chairs. Non-Profit 501C3 exhibitor spaces are $30.00
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
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Contact Information
Jessica Weiss; 941-747-8808 ext. 315
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Description
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Humane Society of Manatee County
Email: events@humanemanatee.org
Website: www.humanemanatee.org
Paws in Motion Walk-a-thon Returns March 14, 2026, to Benefit Humane Society of Manatee County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Bradenton, FL — The Humane Society of Manatee County (HSMC) will host the 19th annual Paws in Motion Walk-a-thon on Saturday, March 14, 2026, bringing together families, dogs, and animal lovers for a morning of fun and fundraising.
The event takes place rain or shine from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion at Rossi Park (452 3rd Avenue West). On-site registration opens at 9:00 a.m., with the 1.5-mile walk beginning at 10:00 a.m.
After the walk, attendees can enjoy music, food trucks, raffle prizes, family-friendly activities, and the popular Vendor Village, featuring local businesses and nonprofit organizations offering pet-related products, services, and educational resources. HSMC will also bring a select group of adoptable dogs for attendees interested in adoption.
Paws in Motion is HSMC’s largest fundraiser of the year, with proceeds directly supporting animals at the Second Chance Adoption Center by funding medical care, enrichment, and advocacy until permanent homes are found.
Pre-registration is encouraged at www.humanemanatee.org. Fees are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors 62+, and free for children 12 and under. Event-day registration is $30 for adults and $25 for seniors. All registered participants receive an event T-shirt and goody bag.
Vendor and sponsorship opportunities remain available. Interested parties may contact events@humanemanatee.org.
Founded in 1971, the Humane Society of Manatee County is dedicated to saving lives and strengthening the human-animal bond—one step and one paw at a time.
For more information, please contact Jessica Weiss at 941-747-8808 ext. 315 / events@humanemanatee.org / www.humanemanatee.org
