Calling all cat lovers! CatCon 2024 has pounced upon us yet again. CatCon 2024 is taking place Aug. 3rd and 4th, 2024 at the Pasadena Convention Center. Grab your tickets now because they’re sure to go quicker than a cat running towards treats.
CatCon 2024 returns for the “ultimate celebration where cat culture meets pop culture.” It’s known as the “Comic-Con for cat people.”
CatCon started in 2015 and has grown exponentially every year since. And it’s no wonder! Who doesn’t love snuggling with a crazy little cuddly kitty? (Before they chomp their adorable little teeth straight through your hand, that is.)
What is CatCon?
CatCon features all things feline. It’s an expo. It’s a symposium. It’s a cat adoption event. (You get a cat! And you get a cat!) It’s everything your cat-loving heart has ever dreamed of. Their mission is “to spread joy and goodness to cats and the people who love them.” Their many large charitable donations and over 1,025 cat adoptions over the years testifies that they’re doing just that.
What events will they have this year?
There will be so many “celebri-cats” for Meet and Greets. Plus, there will be hundreds of kittens in Adoption Village just waiting to join your “furever family”.
Here are some of the CatCon activations and events this year:
- The return of Cat Art Show with an all-new exhibit presented by Cat Art Show and Felix Cat Insurance titled “Whisker Wonderland” dedicated to “Alice in Wonderland.” This whimsical display promises to enchant visitors with creative and feline-inspired original works of art based on the classic tale.
- The Mad Catter’s Tea Room where guests can dive into an immersive, totally cat-themed photo experience inspired by the famous “Mad Hatter” tea party from “Alice in Wonderland”. Perfect for photo ops and interactive fun.
- Live meet-and-greets with The Heroes of the Australian Firefighters Calendar along with a panel discussion hosted by musician and comedian, Shiadanni. These heroes have raised over $3.45 million for various charities and will be at CatCon to raise funds for cat charities and support on-site adoptions.
- New vendors, additional meet-and-greets, and photo opportunities.
What is the Cat Art Show?
Have you ever gone to an art exhibition and thought that this art needs more cats? If so, you’re in luck. The Cat Art Show will fulfill all of your art and cat wishes with the most unique art show in Los Angeles County. If you missed the Cat Art Show last January, now is your chance to see it in person.
Maybe you need new art for your walls, or maybe you just want to be surrounded by fellow feline-loving friends, either way this event fits the bill. There are over 60 pieces of artwork to gaze upon, and all of the amazing artwork is for sale. It can be picked up or shipped home straight to you at the end of the exhibition.
Plus, there’s even better news for all cat lovers. Ten percent of all art sales goes towards The Annenberg PetSpace Extraordinary Care Fund. This amazing fund works on behalf of high risk animals in our community who face significant barriers to adoption. They treat animals from California shelters and rescues who need more advanced medical care in order to be adoptable. So not only are you buying beautiful art, you’re supporting your local furry friends.
Can I bring my cat to CatCon?
Sadly, you can’t bring your kitty cat friend to either of these events for the safety of guests and our feline friends. However, there will be plenty of new cats and cat-loving friends to meet there because CatCon is making it cool to be a “crazy cat lady”. Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in the biggest pop culture cat event in the world!
CatCon 2024 Information
📅When: August 3-4, 2024
📍Where: Pasadena Convention Center (300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101)
💲Cost: Adult General Admission tickets for CatCon start at $47.93 and $11.42 for kids.