Creating a long joyous streak of pink people and pooches around downtown Tauranga streets is what it's all about this Wednesday..

Back for the first time since 2019, this year's HOT Pink Walk on October 5 will be a celebration as well as a time to remember those who have had breast cancer.

Gathering at 5.30pm in Masonic Park, Tauranga, there will be entertainment followed by the Countdown to the Walk at 6pm.

The Pink Pooch Stage is back again, so make sure your dog is wearing their best pink – and that they are comfortable in their attire. Tauranga, Te Puna, Katikati and Papamoa Village Vets will be judging the parade and providing prizes.

This year, many will also be remembering Allison Stewart, who for more than 10 years has co-organised the event. Allison died on August 1 this year.

'We are very sad to be organising the HOT Pink Walk this year without the wonderful Allison Stewart helping us. We will be remembering her and celebrating the wonderful person she was. Allison showed her commitment to being part of a strong and interdependent community in all she lent a hand to,” says a HOT Pink Walk organiser.

Allison Stewart who has co-organised the HOT Pink Walk for more than 10 years, died in August. Photo: Supplied.

Katikati's Dancing Divas, Bay of Plenty Pipes & Drums, Tauranga Samba drummers and Katikati Men's and Women's barbershop quartets will be joining in.

All funds raised go directly to the Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust, where people who've had breast cancer offer practical and emotional support to those going through breast cancer.

Dress your dog in pink for special prizes. Photo: supplied.

The organisers ask that people please stay home if they have an illness that can be passed on to others, and also encourage everyone to wear a pink mask.

The HOT Pink Walk starts 5.30pm on Wednesday, October 5, at Masonic Park on The Strand.

To register for the HOT Pink Walk, go to any Z Energy station or online at: www.hotpinkwalk.co.nz