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.
Cat & Kitten Adoption Drive
Looking to add a cat, kitten, or two to your family? It's important to find the right fit — and NWAC is here to help. Join us at Breakside Brewery Beaverton for this special event connecting adoptive families with their purr-fect pets.
Guests will be able to meet an array of lovable, adoptable felines and the foster volunteers caring for them. You'll have the opportunity to learn all about these cats' unique personalities from the humans who know them best, and enjoy a draft beer or two while you’re at it. You can even submit an adoption application onsite if you meet the perfect furry friend.
Please note: Due to NWAC's thorough adoption application review process, no cats will be taken to their new homes directly from the event. All adoption application processing, approvals, and transactions will take place offsite. All ages welcome.
Santa Paws Holiday Pet Portraits
Want to make some Christmas memories with your pup? Then grab your furry bestie and head to Fracture Brewing for a festive holiday portrait session with Santa Claus! For a $10 donation, a professional photographer will snap two digital images with you, your doggo, and Santa himself.. All proceeds from portraits will go to Northwest Animal Companions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue.
After your photo session, enjoy Fracture’s fantastic array of beers on tap as well as eats from the Li’l America food cart pod on site. Dogs are welcome in all spaces.
Portrait sessions are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive early to ensure you and your pup can be accommodated. All ages welcome.
Kittens + Beer
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Southeast Portland, 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. Donate by cash, credit card, or Apple Pay using our new tap-to-pay system! All proceeds from snuggles go to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue.
Tasty beer! Enjoy beers on tap plus a full menu of food and cocktails, too. 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 snuggles are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure we can accommodate you and your party, please arrive as close to the event start time as possible.
(Photo credit: Trang Nguyen)
Cat + Kitten Adoption Fair
Looking to add a cat, kitten, or two to your family? It's important to find the right fit — and NWAC is here to help. Join us at Breakside Brewery Beaverton for this special event connecting adoptive families with their purr-fect pets.
Guests will be able to meet an array of lovable, adoptable felines and the foster volunteers caring for them. You'll have the opportunity to learn all about these cats' unique personalities from the humans who know them best. You can even submit an adoption application onsite if you meet the perfect furry friend.
Please note: Due to NWAC's thorough adoption application review process, no cats will be taken to their new homes directly from the event. All adoption application processing, approvals, and transactions will take place offsite. Thanks for understanding!
Kittens + Beer: Booverton
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 for five minutes of snuggling per person. Donate by cash, credit card, or Apple Pay using our new tap-to-pay system!
Tasty food and drinks! Sample Loyal Legion’s excellent menu of beers, cocktails, and food before and after your snuggle sessions. 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. We suggest you arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. We will be opening our waitlist early (12:45 PM) to accommodate guests attending the Beaverton Downtown Assocation’s Booverton parade from 1–3 PM; please feel free to pay and add your name before the parade so you can snuggle afterward. Thank you!
This event is open to all ages.
(Photo credit: Trang Nguyen)
Kittens + Beer (21+)
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR GUESTS 21+ ONLY DUE TO OREGON LAWS GOVERNING THIS VENUE; MINORS ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE TAPROOMS. Our Kittens + Beer events are typically kid-friendly, and you can find all-ages snuggle events in our full calendar. Thanks for understanding!
We’re excited to expand Kittens + Beer to another one of Portland’s finest breweries: Breakside Brewery!
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Breakside’s SE taproom in Milwaukie, 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. Donate by cash, credit card, or Apple Pay using our new tap-to-pay system! All proceeds from snuggles go to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue.
Tasty beer! Enjoy a wide selection of beers by the tap, bottle, and can. Ten percent of the entire day’s sales go to NWAC, so drink up!
Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.
Please be mindful kitten snuggles are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure we can accommodate you and your party, please arrive as close to the event start time as possible.
Portland Retro Gaming Expo
Snuggle NWAC’s kittens at the annual Portland Retro Gaming Expo! Find us inside the Video Game History Foundation’s booth Saturday through Sunday from 11 am–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!
You can purchase tickets to attend PRGE here. Look for us in room D136 at the Video Game History Foundation Museum!
(Photo credit: Trang Nguyen)
POP Cats Portland
Northwest Animal Companions is popping up at POP Cats, the immersive festival where the worlds of cat and pop collide! Enjoy adoption catios, art, workshops, merch, “cattoos,” and endless photo opportunities.
Come visit the NWAC booth to see a selection of our adoptable cats and kittens. Exhibiting hours are Saturday 11 am–5 pm and Sunday 11 am–4 pm.
(Photo credit: Trang Nguyen)
Pups, Purrs + Pints
You asked, we delivered: We’re bringing puppies and kittens to Loyal Legion SE for your snuggling pleasure!
At our inaugural Pups, Purrs + Pints event, you’ll enjoy:
Puppy and kitten snuggles! We’re bringing ridiculously cute, adoptable puppies and kittens for cuddling, playing, and selfie-snapping. 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; donate by cash, credit card, or Apple Pay using our new tap-to-pay system.
Tasty food and drinks. Sample Loyal Legion’s exceptional menu of beers, cocktails, and food before and after your snuggle sessions. 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 snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We expect this to be a very popular event. Therefore, we suggest you arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you for understanding!
Kittens + Beer
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 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!
(Photo credit: Trang Nguyen)
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!
(Photo credit: Trang Nguyen)
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!
NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for June 15 and was moved to this date. Thank you for understanding!
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: 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.