Chewy and Underline turn Chewy Bark Park into tennis ball pit for charity

Thousands of tennis balls will cover the Coral Gables park for dogs to play.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 12:48pm

Chewy and the Underline are hosting a tennis ball drop event on Saturday to turn the Chewy Bark Park in Coral Gables, Florida into a giant ball pit for dogs. Thousands of tennis balls will cover the park, allowing dogs to run and play with them, while their owners can take one home. The event will also feature food, drinks, and photo opportunities, with donations benefiting local animal shelters across Miami.

Why it matters

The event aims to provide a fun and engaging activity for dogs and their owners while also supporting local animal welfare organizations through charitable donations. Chewy, a leading online pet retailer, and the Underline, a linear park project in Miami, are collaborating to create a unique and playful experience for the community.

The details

The tennis ball drop event will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday at the Chewy Bark Park in Coral Gables. Thousands of tennis balls will be dropped into the park, transforming it into a giant ball pit for dogs to enjoy. Attendees can also participate in food, drinks, and photo opportunities throughout the event.

  • The tennis ball drop event will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The players

Chewy

An online pet retailer that is hosting the tennis ball drop event at the Chewy Bark Park.

The Underline

A linear park project in Miami that is collaborating with Chewy to host the tennis ball drop event.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to turn the Chewy Bark Park into a giant ball pit for dogs and their owners to enjoy. It's a great way to bring the community together while also supporting local animal shelters.”

— Spokesperson

What’s next

The event organizers encourage attendees to bring their dogs and donations for local animal shelters. The Chewy Bark Park will be open for the tennis ball drop event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

The takeaway

The Chewy and Underline tennis ball drop event at the Chewy Bark Park in Coral Gables is a unique and playful way to engage the local community while also supporting animal welfare organizations through charitable donations.