EVENTS and FUNDRAISERS

Be sure to "like" us on Facebook to keep informed about the latest Colony Cats happenings – including fun events, fundraisers, and what we (and the cats & dogs) are up to. We're also on Instagram!

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Downtown Dublin
PUP CRAWL

Sunday – September 6 • 1pm – 4 pm
6741 Longshore Street, Dublin OH 43017

Grab your leash and your best furry friend for the ultimate dog-friendly day out! It's the Downtown Dublin Pup Crawl, a lively sip-and-stroll with your pup through Bridge Park and Downtown Dublin. Visit participating businesses offering pet-friendly perks, water stations and treats for your dog, while you enjoy a DORA drink for yourself. Colony Cats will be in attendance.

To participate, pick up a Pup Crawl bandana and guide at Market Bar, PINS, The Getaway Brewing Co., or Pet Wants. Please note dogs must be leashed at all times and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pups. Click here to visit their event page on the Visit Dublin website for more info .

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We're having a SIDEWALK SALE

Saturday – September 19 • 12 noon – 4 pm
Colony Cats Adoption Center
2740 Festival Lane, Dublin OH 43017

Join us for a Sidewalk Sale – Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 from 12 noon – 4 pm in front of Colony Cats (& dogs) Adoption Center. We'll have lots of great deals on items for pets! While you're there stop by the adoption center and visit the cats.

Be sure to tell your friends and family – the more the meowier! All proceeds from the sidewalk sale benefit Colony Cats (& dogs). Hope to see you there.

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WHISKERS for WHISKERS
Mustache & Beard Competition

Saturday – September 19 • 11am – 5 pm
Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall
200 Kelton Avenue, Columbus 43205

Whether you're rocking a legendary beard, a perfectly groomed mustache, or simply want to support a great cause, come to this fun-filled charity competition benefitting three local cat rescues. Vendor Market begins at 11am and the Mustache and Beard Competition starts at 1pm.

Show off your facial hair, browse local vendors, enjoy award-winning craft beer, and cheer on the competitors as they battle for whiskered glory. $1 from every 4-pack sold during the event will be donated by CBC and split between Colony Cats, Purrgatory Cat Rescue, and Cat Welfare, helping to provide care and homes for cats in need!. Hope to see you there. Click here to visit the event page on the Columbus Brewing Company website for more info.

Jeni's Eat Ice Cream to support Colony Cats (& dogs)

ICE CREAM FUNDRAISER
JENI'S ICE CREAM Dublin location

Thursday – September 24, 2026 • 4 pm – 7 pm
1 W. Bridge Street, Dublin

Yum! Eat ice cream and support Colony Cats (& dogs)! This fundraiser is happening Thursday – September 24, 2026 from 4pm-7pm at Jeni's Ice Cream in Dublin.

Come enjoy scoops of your favorite flavors and 25% of your purchase will be donated back to us. What a fun (and delicious) way to support the cats and dogs in our care. Be sure and tell your friends and family to stop by, the more the meowier!

Colony Cats Garden Party Logo - October 11, 2026 from 3pm to 6pm

Colony Cats (& dogs) 16th Annual
Garden Party Fundraiser

Sunday – October 11, 2026 • 3 pm – 6 pm
The Fives – 550 Reach Blvd, Columbus 43215

Join us along with Kurt Ludlow for a fun afternoon of light hors d'oeuvres, desserts, a cash bar, live music by Meridith Evans, and a fabulous raffle and silent auction all to benefit Colony Cats (& dogs).

Admission price is $45 ($55 if purchased after September 11 and at the door). Tickets may be purchased online or by mail, and at the event.

Click here to visit our Garden Party website page with information about the event and where you can:

Painter1 of Columbus Logo and Paint for a Cause! Every appointment makes a difference.

PAINTER1 of COLUMBUS
Paint for a Cause

Painter1 of Columbus is partnering with Colony Cats to Paint for a Cause and help support our rescue efforts!

How does it work? Book a free painting estimate with Painter1 and mention that you were referred by Colony Cats (& dogs) – Colony Cats receives a $50 donation after your appointment is completed. Click here to visit their website and make your appointment.

Interested in scheduling or have a question? Reach out to Painter1 by calling (614) 482-2337, visit their website www.painter1.com/columbus/ or email Colony Cats at info@colonycats.org with any questions.Click here to view the flyer with all the info.

VISIT OUR ADOPTABLES residing at these LOCATIONS
IN-STORE ADOPTION EVENTS – Come join us!

Want to add a furiend to your family? Visit some of our adoptable cats residing in-store at the following locations. Also, see below for dates & times of adoption events at some of our partner stores.

• Visit our adoptable cats at these stores:

  • Hollywood Feed – Grandview, 1472 W. 5th Avenue, Columbus:
    • Adoption Event: We will have adoptable cats in-store from 12noon – 2pm.
  • Kitty Bubble Cafe & Bar, 5568 N. High Street, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats during the cafe's open hours (reservations are highly recommended and can be made on their website). View their website kittybubblecafe.com for information about visiting the cafe, and to learn about fun events benefiting Colony Cats like cat yoga and paint your pet.
  • Pet Supplies Plus – Carriage Place, 4830 Sawmill Road, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
  • Pet Supplies Plus – Mill Run, 3718 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
  • Pet Supplies Plus – 2430 Stringtown Road, Grove City:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
  • Petco – 1815 W. Henderson Road (at Reed), Upper Arlington:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Events: Every Saturday from 2pm – 4pm
  • Colony Cats Adoption Events at the Petco stores listed below on these dates:
    Saturdays – April 11 | May 9 | June 6 | July 11 | August 8 | Sept 12 | Oct 10 | Nov 7 | Dec 12
  • Petco – Easton, 4216 Easton Gateway Drive, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Event: from 11am – 2pm (see dates listed above)
  • Petco – Graceland, 5030 N. High Street, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Event: from 12 noon – 3pm (see dates listed above)
  • Petco – Lennox Center, 1647 Olentangy River Road, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Event: from 1pm – 3pm (see dates listed above)

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