Events
Find out where NWAC and its cats and dogs are popping up in the greater Portland area! To stay on top of our upcoming events — like kitten-snuggling festivities, convention appearances and more — sign up for our mailing list now.
20th Anniversary Virtual Auction
We’re celebrating 20 years of Northwest Animal Companions with an auction benefitting the furry friends in our rescue! Bid on an array of gift cards and goods from some of our favorite local businesses. Open to all members of the public.
Kittens + Beer: Pride
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Portland celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride and benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay Beaverton Town Square! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kittens + Beer: Cinco de Mayo
UPDATE: This event has been moved from its original time of 1–4 PM to a new time, noon–3 PM. Please note this event end time is firm due to a venue buyout. Thank you for understanding!
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Portland benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay Garden Home! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kitten Snuggle
For the first time, NWAC is coming to the Portland Cat Extravaganza & Rescue Awareness Event! For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of snuggling from NWAC’s adoptable kittens. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines. Digital waitlisting is available so you can tour the expo while you wait your turn to snuggle.
We’ll also be selling an array of items including cat toys and make-your-own friendship bracelets. All sales benefit the cats and dogs of NWAC!
Please note:
Portland Cat Extravaganza & Rescue Awareness Event is a ticketed event hosted by Loving Cats Worldwide. Tickets are sold here.
Our hours are noon to 3 PM Saturday and Sunday.
Kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kittens + Beer: St. Catrick's Day
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Portland benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We expect this event to be a busy one. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kittens + Beer: Booverton
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Beaverton benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Costumes! It’s officially Booverton in Beaverton, so come in your best Halloween get-ups.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kitten Snuggle
See NWAC’s kittens at the annual Portland Retro Gaming Expo! Find us inside the Video Game History Foundation’s booth Saturday through Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm.
For a $5 minimum donation, you get five minutes of snuggling time inside our “kitten tents” filled with adoptable rescued kittens. Foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines; adoption applications will be available, too.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait.
Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!
Kitten Yoga
NWAC is partnering with Meraki Fitness in Hillsboro for a Kitten Yoga class! At this special event, attendees will be guided by a Meraki yoga instructor through a stress-relieving, 45-minute yoga class — suitable for beginners as well as experienced yogis — as an array of adoptable kittens rescued by NWAC romp around the studio. Thanks to the generosity of Meraki, 100 percent of Kitten Yoga proceeds will be donated to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit cat and dog rescue!
After the yoga session concludes, students will be treated to a 15-minute “kitten social” where they can continue to play, snuggle, and snap photos with the adoptable kittens. NWAC volunteers will be available to answer any questions about the felines. If you fall in love, don’t worry — you can fill out an adoption application online before you go!
Class passes are available to guests aged 14 and up (children 14–17 must be accompanied by a parent) and are $20 per person. To enroll:
Scroll down to the section Pricing and Packages.
Here, in the Group Fitness category, press the orange dropdown arrow next to View.
The first option is Kitten Yoga. Tap the Purchase button. Create an account or sign into MindBody to do so.
Purchase your ticket. Meraki staff will enroll you in the class from their end.
You can also call 503.451.0958 to purchase your spot.
The class cap has been increased to 30 people due to popular demand. Secure your spot now!
PLEASE NOTE: Class begins promptly at 11 am; please arrive no later than 10:45 am to fill out waivers required to attend.
Kittens + Beer: Oktoberfest
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion SE Portland benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Order an Oktoberfest beer and $1 of your purchase will be donated to NWAC.
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Kittens are available for snuggles from 4–7 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time. Please arrive no later than 6:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines. Bonus: Our face-paint artist will be on site to paint her one-of-a-kind creations!
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay Tanasbourne! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Mud Bay Garden Home Grand Opening Giveback Event
Mud Bay is opening its newest location, this one in Garden Home — and donating 10 percent of its opening weekend proceeds to Northwest Animal Companions! Visit the new store to shop the best in healthy pet food, litter, toys, and much more.
There will be giveaways for the first 100 guests in attendance, complimentary treat samples, opportunities to meet the Garden Home Muddies, and raffles to enter all weekend long!
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Kittens + Beer
Our signature event is back, now at Loyal Legion Portland! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Langer's Make a Difference Monday Bowling Night
Bowl for the animals at Langer’s Entertainment Center in Sherwood! For one day only, 100 percent of proceeds from bowling and shoe rentals benefit the cats and dogs of Northwest Animal Companions. Visit the NWAC table to say hello to our volunteers and learn more about what it’s like to foster with and adopt from us.
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.
Pride Kitten Snuggle
NWAC is back at Loyal Legion Beaverton for more kitten-snuggling, beer-drinking fun – this time in celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community!
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. Join us in the kitten tent for a $5 donation, which benefits the rescue animals of NWAC; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Just announced: Face painting! Commission a one-of-a-kind creation from our face-painting pro — perhaps a feline-inspired look, some Pride-inspired rainbows, or a little bit of both?
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite Beaverton beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to Pride Beaverton, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.
Kittens + Beer
Our signature event is back at Loyal Legion Beaverton! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. Join us in the kitten tent for a $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite Beaverton beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Kitten Snuggle
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Taste for Tails Benefit Dinner
Join us for a one-night-only dining experience from Chef Trever A. Gilbert benefitting the cats and dogs of NWAC. Enjoy an eight-course tasting menu from Chef Trever (formerly of Departure restaurant at the Nines Hotel) plus a silent auction. $100 from each ticket is a tax-deductible donation to the rescue.
Kitten Snuggle at Mud Bay
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Virtual Kitten Shower
We’re expecting a girl. And a boy. Actually, lots of girls and boys! It’s kitten season, and we need your help to care for the hundreds of kittens we’ll accept into rescue this year. Please consider making a purchase from our Amazon registry to send to the kittens of NWAC. After the shower concludes, all gift givers will receive a special shout-out via our Instagram.
Kitten Snuggle at Mud Bay
Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay Beaverton Town Square! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.
Tiny Tim's Art Auction & Fundraiser
Join online or in person for all sorts of cat art and kitten snuggles! All supporting Northwest Animal Companions
Paws + Pints: A Festive Fundraiser for Northwest Animal Companions
You loved our Kittens + Beer events at Loyal Legion Beaverton; now, don’t miss our pet-filled holiday extravaganza at our favorite Beaverton watering hole!
Join us and enjoy:
Kitten cuddles: Get up close and personal with several of our adorable, adoptable kittens!
Portraits with Santa and Mrs. Claus: Grab your kids, partner, pups, or all of the above for a professional photo session with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
Raffles and crafts: Enter to win some pet-friendly prizes or shop for holiday decor items created by NWAC volunteers. All proceeds benefit the pets of NWAC.
Loyal Legion’s Ugly Sweater Contest: Come dressed in your cheesiest Christmas knits; you might just win a prize!
Delicious drinks and eats: Enjoy beers on tap, craft cocktails and a full food menu; 10 percent of beer sales go directly to the pets of NWAC.
Holiday Fundraiser for Love a Pit Rescue
Meet adoptable dogs, grab a photo with Santa, order some comfort food, and enjoy cocktails and beers on tap at NEPO 42! Stop by and meet adoptable pets from our rescue partner Love a Pit, based in Winston, OR. Your donations benefit the dogs of Love a Pit.
Kittens + Beer: A Northwest Animal Companions Benefit
NWAC is back at Loyal Legion Beaverton for more kitten-snuggling, beer-drinking fun!
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:
Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. Join us in the kitten tent for a $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.
Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite Beaverton beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Fabulous costumes! Costumes are encouraged at this Halloween weekend event — feel free to bring the whole family.
Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.
Fred Meyer's 10th For Your Pets Event
Say hello to NWAC volunteers at Beaverton’s Fred Meyer store! Our team is will be on-site to gratefully accept donations of pet items purchased at this Fred Meyer location. Shoppers can also pick up free cat and dog food samples as well as coupons, all courtesy of Fred Meyer.