At the Edmonton International Cat Festival on Sunday, May 31, 2026, there will be SO MEOWNY oppurrtunities to meet, cuddle, pet, play, and photograph cats and kittens, local roving cat ambassadors, and special celebrity cat guests!
In this post, we break down different CAT/KITTEN CATivity Zones to expurrience at the festival!!
Cat oppurrtunities are included with your festival ticket and best of all? 100% purr-ceeds from the festival are donated to support cat rescues.
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Where to play + cuddle + expurrience kittens and cats at the May 31, 2026 Edmonton Cat Festival:
1. Visit the Second Chance Animal Rescue Kitty Castle & Activity Area
Visit the Second Chance Animal Rescue Society booth and purrticipate in their Kitty Castle and Activity Area!
Step into a cozy, playful space filled with adorable kitties just waiting to meet you. Whether you’re looking to adopt, support a great cause, or simply enjoy some feline cuddles, this is the purr-fect place to be!
Meet some of our adoptable cats. Watch them play, climb, and explore their kitty castle. Learn more about SCARS and how you can help Bring your friends, your family, and your love for animals—we’d love to see you there!
This is one of the most pawpular CATivities, so be prepared to wait in line to get your chance to snuggle. But we promise, it’s worth it! You can also look into adopting these cutie cats, learn about becoming a foster or volunteer, or learn more about what Second Chance Animal Rescue Society does.
Location: Second Floor, Room 9-213 / Booth 60, 61, 62 on the Floor Plan, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
2. Check out the Hope Lives Here Puurty Lounge: Kitty Glam & Puurmanent Impressions
Visit Hope Lives Here Animal Rescue‘s Purrty Lounge to take part in kitten photoshoot CATivities, sign up for cat-themed pop-up tattoos (extra cost), and more! Optional donations are encouraged.
Location: Second Floor, Booth 79 on the Floor Plan, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
3. Check out Cheery Cat Co.‘s booth and purrticipate in the Cheery Palace Kitty Pop-up!
Cheery Cat Co. presents a kitty pop-up that invites you to take turns getting in and cuddling with adoptable kittens!
This is a pawpular CATivity so be prepared to wait in line to get your chance to snuggle.
You can also look into adopting these cutie cats, learn about becoming a foster or volunteer, or learn more about the boutique and rescue. Optional donations are encouraged.
Location: Main Floor, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave., Booth 9
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
4. Drop by Alberta Sphynx Rescue and their Everything Sphynx Cat Chats!
Visit Alberta Sphynx Rescue for their Sphynx Chats happening two times during the festival 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.!
Gather ’round their booth to get up close with sphynxes and learn more about these special cats!
Everything Sphynx Cat Chats
11 a.m. and 1 p.m. start times.
Attendees are encouraged to visit Alberta Sphynx Rescue at other times throughout the festival too!
Location: Main Floor, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave., Booth 29
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
5. Check out Fancy Cat Chats with the Edmonton Cat Fanciers Club!
Times: 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Drop by the Edmonton Cat Fanciers Club booth to learn about ‘fancy cats,’ caring for them and mini mock cat judging demonstrations at these three set “Fancy Cat Chat” times throughout the festival day.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions about different cat breeds too.
The Edmonton Cat Fanciers Club is a local not-for-profit club dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of all cats, enriching and nourishing the feline-human bond, and introducing the local community to the wonderful world of the feline fancy.
Location: Second Floor, Booth 101 on the Floor Plan, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Times: 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
6. Visit with Roving Local Cats!
We know you want to see cats! From adoptable cats and kittens to celebrity cats and also LOCAL CATS! While anyone is welcome to bring their own cats to the festival (leashed, in a stroller, carrier or backpack), we also have plenty of Local Roving Cats who can be found wandering the festival floor throughout the day saying hello to attendees!
You’re welcome to ask for pets + photos!
Location: Main Floor and Second Floor, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026 throughout the day
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
PURRTICIPATING EDMONTON ROVING CATS
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Messi (@messi.with.neko)
Messi loves adventures, meeting people, and trying new toys! Messi runs on a dog engine in a cat’s body—outgoing, leash-trained, always ready to explore, and a love for head pats (but not butt pets). He has been to Cat Festival events and everyone loves him!
Find Messi roving the festival venue between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Stuart Gene (@theassociatesyeg)
Stuart Gene is a very laid back, happy cat! He loves going out in his buggy and meeting people, getting pets, and seeing the sights. He is great with people and kids and alright being around other cats as long as they stay out of his bubble. He does really well in large crowds, having attended multiple Humane Society events, farmers markets, and last years Cat Fest. As a handsome man with a mustache, he is very photogenic! Stuart Gene is a Cat Fest success story! He was adopted in 2024 after his humans saw him at Cheery Cat during the Cat Fest event! He is used to being in large, noisy crowds and is very laid back about people petting him.
Find Stuart Gene roving the festival venue between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Mousey (@mouseasaurusrex)
Mousasaurus Rex (Mousey) is a special needs cat with Severe Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH), Hydrocephalus and lissencephaly. Mousey’s family educates cat lovers that even though she has can’t walk (as well as other cats), she has an amazing quality of life. She allows everyone to handle her. She has a wheel chair but prefers to be held or come in a stroller or pouch. Mousey has a loving, big personality and everybody falls in love with her as soon as they meet her!
Find Mousey roving the festival venue between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Tim and Kev (@TIMANDKEV)
Tim and Kat are both adventure kitties who love to go on hikes and love the attention even more! Tim (orange) is super outgoing and friendly. Kev (tux) is laidback but is a huge sucker for some love. You might fin Tim and Kev at local breweries that are pet friendly. This duo goes on hikes, car rides, camping trips, and outings that makes them stand out immediately!
Find Tim and Kev roving the festival venue between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Clover
Clover is a very brave, very curious, incredibly friendly and sweet cat who loves people and being pet! it’s her favourite thing in the world. She is a very social being and is incredibly socially aware, and just aims to please. This natural born adventure kitten is curious and excited to meet people (her favourite!) She is extremely socially conscious, welcoming, and very adorable. Her little beeps and trills make be smile every day.
Find Clover roving the festival venue between 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Nyxie (@kittymojito)
Nyxie comes from the Kitty Mojito and Lynx cat family, and is an adorable kitten who enjoys being outside! Nyxie is curious and enjoys being around other cats. She’s only a kitten and currently learning to be an adventure cat!
Find Nyxie roving the festival venue between 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Pisco (@thethreemeowskeeteers)
Pisco naturally draws people in with his personality— he’s curious, calm, and full of charm! Pisco already stars in content that people genuinely connect with and his reactions always feel real and entertaining, which makes him super engaging to watch. As part of The Three Meowskeeters (the other 2 is his brothers), Pisco already has a growing community that loves seeing their adventures.
Find Pisco roving the festival venue between 12-2 p.m on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Willow (@wawa_willow_scottishfold)
As a cat ameowssador, Willow the Scottish Fold represents the quiet cats people often overlook. While many events spotlight bold, outgoing, highly social personalities, her gentle, slightly shy nature gives visibility to cats who aren’t instant extroverts but are deeply loving once they feel safe. That’s a huge and often underrepresented portion of real cats, especially in rescues. Through her presence, we also prioritize education without being preachy. As a Scottish Fold, Willow naturally opens the door to conversations around responsible ownership and understanding breed-specific needs, grounded in care, awareness, and respect.
Find Willow roving the festival venue between 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Casper (@tigger.casper)
Casper is a sassy therapy cat who loves adventures and is super curious!
Find Casper roving the festival venue between 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Leo (@leothelynxie)
Leo is an adventurous, social, curious, and loving cat! Leo and his pawrent Rita love going on adventures to different parts in Edmonton and making new friends along the way. Leo is a sweet and social cat that loves people and other animals! He also loves pet friendly store adventures and his favourite is when the store is filled with people because he loves passing them by and saying hello to others (even rubbing their legs). He does well with children too!
Find Leo roving the festival venue between 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
10 a.m. To 5 p.m.
Little Kitty Rex
Rex is a friendly sphynx that was born without two front legs. He enjoys burrowing under blankets and cleaning other cat friends. Rex is a pretty easy going guy. He is also a classroom pet and he comes to school with me on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Kids will often gather around him to pet him and he obediently just stays put and loves an occasional treat. Rex is a happy camper. He’s gone camping and to the beach. As long as there is a blanket or a place for him to snuggle up, he’s happy. He enjoys meeting new people. He has inspired some students in creative writing activities and even helped them overcome some of the trauma in their lives!
Find Little Kitty Rex at their Vendor Meowcatplace booth from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026. (Booth #26, Main Floor)
7. Check out adoptable cats + kittens at various rescues and vendors!
There will be meowny cat rescues and non-profits at the festival and we’ve invited them to bring adoptable cats + kittens! We’ve also invited vendors to bring their own cats (if comfortable). So be sure to plan to visit EVERY booth just in case there’s a cat + kitten visit + photo + cuddle oppurtunity while learning more about the impurrtant work they do to help cats in need.
If you’re looking to give a cat a furr-ever home, this is a great oppurrtunity to meet & greet with various rescues and check out some of the adoptable cats and kittens they may have available.
Adoptable Cats and Kittens
Rescues and cat-related non-profits that will be at the Edmonton International Cat Festival on May 31, 2026:
- Alberta Homeward House Cats
- Alberta Sphynx Rescue
- Barrhead Animal Rescue
- Camrose Animal Alliance
- Cheery Cat Rescue
- Community Cats Edmonton
- Edmonton Cat Fanciers Club
- Greater Edmonton Animal Rescue Society (GEARS)
- Hope Lives Here Animal Rescue
- NASAP – Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection
- Parachutes for Pets
- Second Chance Animal Rescue Society
Locations: Main Floor and Second Floor, MacEwan Robbins Health Learning Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date and Time: Sunday, May 31, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
Visiting with cat rescues and non-profit booths are FREE (included with your festival admission).
Check additional CATivities for even more involved Cat/Kitten CATivities.
8. You Can Bring Your Own Cat!
We welcome all paw-ticipants to bring their own cats to the festival—but only if they’re comfortable, leashed and/or in a carrier, backpack, stroller, etc. Cat safety and comfort is #1 and the festival is PRETTY crowded and can be highly stimulating – which may not be the best environment for all cats. Don’t worry if you leave your cat at home, there are SO MEOWNY cats and kittens you’ll encounter throughout the festival venue!
Location: MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026 throughout the day
9. Purrticipate in Cat/Kitten Yoga with Yogalife Studios & Community Cats Edmonton!
Get a BIG STRETCH in with Janelle Snow (She/Her) (500-RYT) @janellesnowyoga, of Yogalife Studios, who will be leading an in-person CAT / KITTEN YOGA practice at the Edmonton Cat Festival!
There are TWO class times 12-1 p.m. and 2-3 p.m.
“If you’ve wanted to try yoga and the only difference you know between upward facing dog and downward facing dog is how your own pupper likes to play, don’t even worry about it – this is CATFEST, after all! Join me for some CAT-arunguas, kitten poses and all the other cat puns I can come up with,” says Janelle.
Location: Second Floor, Room 9-214 MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
*** NOTE THE TWO FESTIVAL CAT YOGA CLASSES ARE SOLD OUT ***
About the Instructor Janelle Snow (RYT500)
IG: @janellesnowyoga
For the fifth year in a row, Janelle Snow is partnering with Edmonton Cat Festival to lead you through movement and kitten mayhem on your yoga mat.
With over 600 hours of training, Janelle thrives on creating safe and inclusive spaces, especially for those who’ve felt like they never “fit in.” She tailors her classes to be accessible so students can move on their mats in ways that feel safe in their bodies.
Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or have never stepped on a yoga mat, these classes are fun and silly, finding movement and joy all in support of our feline friends.
ABOUT YOGALIFE STUDIOS
Yogalife Studio‘s vision is simple. Make it easy for anyone to experience the benefits that yoga has to offer. To achieve this, we created a beautiful facility, hand-picked instructors, and created an environment with spa-like amenities. There is a broad world of yoga within our walls, waiting to be explored.
ABOUT COMMUNITY CATS EDMONTON
Community Cats Edmonton began in 2019 to support stray, feral & community cats. Community Cats Edmonton aims to create a safer, warmer, longer, better life for feral cats in Edmonton.
10. Meet & Greet with the 2026 Celebrity Cat Guests!
Come meet + get a photo and/or video with oour 2026 Celebrity Cats Fitzcapades, Puff & Cocoa at the Edmonton International Cat Festival!
You can also catch their Q&As on the Main Stage purrsented by City of Edmonton Animal Care & Control!
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Celebrity Cat Meet & Greets and Q&As
Puff is a fierce rock climbing feline phenomenon! She loves to travel with her siblings, Yolk and Jane; a labrador and pomsky and the most recent addition to the family: Cocoa (Cocoa Puff!) Puff’s pawrents Elexis and Jon travel as a family to visit beautiful landscapes and climb rocks. Puff was born ~3.5 years ago in Alaska with her first adventures focused on skiing to glaciers.
Come meet + get a photo and/or video with our Celebrity Cat Guests on Sunday, May 31, 2026!
Puff & Cocoa Main Stage Q&A: 12-12:30 p.m.
Puff & Cocoa Meet & Greet: 1-2 p.m.
Please note: Meet & Greets are included with your festival ticket however all Celebrity Cat appearances at the festival are first come first serve. Cats are only available for the specified time slot. Expect line-ups for the Meet & Greet!
Location: Q&A at Main Stage presented by City of Edmonton Animal Care & Control Centre, Booth 7 on the floor plan. Meet & Greet Area, Second Floor by West Pedway, Booth 55 on the floor plan, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Learn more about PUFFCLIMBS & COCOA
FITZCAPADES
Adventure Cat Fitz (@fitzcapades) is a Canadian adventure cat who has become beloved for his “spoings” (bounces), frolicks (high jumps), and cat fashion on his meowny outdoor adventures, Whether he’s on a boat, bike, sled, or more, Fitz’ fashionable adventures have garnered him nearly a million followers across Instagram and Facebook!
Fitzcapades Main Stage Q&A: 1:30-2 p.m.
Fitzcapades Meet & Greet: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Please note: Meet & Greets are included with your festival ticket however all Celebrity Cat appearances at the festival are first come first serve. Cats are only available for the specified time slot. Expect line-ups for the Meet & Greet!
Location: Q&A at Main Stage presented by City of Edmonton Animal Care & Control Centre, Booth 7 on the floor plan. Meet & Greet Area, Second Floor by West Pedway, Booth 55 on the floor plan, MacEwan Robbins Centre 10910 104 Ave.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
THIS CATIVITY IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR FESTIVAL ADMISSION!
(first come first served within the time frames noted)
So when we get asked the question, will there be cats at the cat festival? The answer is … SO MEOWNY!
ABOUT THE CAT FESTIVAL:
The Edmonton International Cat Festival is the biggest event of its kind in Canada, and was the first cat festival in the country when it began in 2014. The Edmonton Cat Festival brings together cat lovers to celebrate cats and cat culture, while raising money and awareness for cat rescues! 100% of proceeds from the festival is donated to rescues and there are A TON of CATivities, cat-themed vendors, and all-things CATS happening on site.
Since 2014, the festival has raised $187,000 for local rescues!
Previously supported rescues include the Edmonton Humane Society, Little Cats Lost, SAFE Team Rescue, Zoe’s Animal Rescue, Community Cats Edmonton, Furget Me Not Animal Rescue, A Pet’s Pantry, Enoch Animal Services & more!
ABOUT THE 2026 EVENT:
Get tickets to the Edmonton International Cat Festival Finale on Sunday, May 31, 2026!
100% purr-ceeds will be donated to local cat rescues!
Thank you for celebrating cats, cat culture and cat people, while supporting cats in need.
Thanks to our 2026 Festival Sponsors!
Edmonton Best Hotels
Festival Sponsor
Animal Care & Control Centre
Main Stage Sponsor
Harvest Pointe Animal Hospital
Programming Sponsor
Cheery Cat Co.
Programming Sponsor
Edmonton Downtown Business Association
Programming Sponsor
Let’s P.O.P!
Programming Sponsor
Painted Parrot Facepainting
Programming Sponsor
Sarah’s Fibre Arts
Friend of the Festival
Piko Pet App
Friend of the Festival
Costco Business Centre
Friend of the Festival
The Royal Kitty Inn
Friend of the Festival
Alberta Reproductive Centre
Friend of the Festival
Cat Cafe on Whyte
Friend of the Festival
Pongo Pet Supplies
Friend of the Festival
Table Top Cafe
CATivity Sponsor
Robin Good Art & Design
Workshop Sponsor
Weird Neighbour
Workshop Sponsor
BLENDERZ Garment Recyclers
Workshop Sponsor
Yogalife Studios
Event Sponsor
QUEER JOY YEG
Event Sponsor
The Common
Event Sponsor
99ten
Event Sponsor
Colette Bachand
Event Sponsor
Spilt Zero Proof
Event Sponsor
Mike Brown Realty
Friend of the Festival
Nanc Price Photography
Photography Sponsor
The Bunker Operations
Photography Sponsor
Lillia Wan Photography
Photography Sponsor