Cat Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2026
- When
- Australia/Melbourne (GMT+11)
- Where
- Melbourne ShowgroundsEpsom Road, Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
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Cat Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2026 took place on Sat, 17 Oct 2026 at 9:30 am (GMT+11) at Melbourne Showgrounds in Melbourne, VIC.
About this event
The Melbourne Cat Lovers Festival showcases a variety of feline-themed activities and attractions. Visitors can enjoy performances, exhibits, and interactive experiences centered around cats, celebrating their charm and companionship.
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Get ready for the ultimate paw-some experience at the Melbourne Cat Lovers Festival - a celebration of all things feline! Victoria’s biggest celebration of cats returns to the Melbourne Showgrounds on Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October, 2026, and it’s set to be our most purr-fect festival yet. Whether you’re a devoted cat parent, thinking about welcoming a new kitty into your life, or simply love being surrounded by whiskers and purrs, this is your weekend. 🐱 What’s waiting for you: • See Hannah Shaw, the Kitten Lady, live in Melbourne as she shares expert insights, inspiring rescue stories and practical kitten-care advice. You’ll also have the chance to meet Hannah in person at an exclusive breakfast, available as a paid add-on • Meet beautiful cats at Pat-A-Cat and the Breed Showcase, featuring dozens of different breeds • Shop the best cat brands across the Cat Expo and boutique Marketplace, with toys, treats, accessories, enrichment products and more • Discover Festival Specials & Featured Products only available at the Festival • Join Cat Chat, an interactive space where cat lovers can connect with leading experts and explore the topics they care about most • Connect with adoption groups in the Adoption Zone and learn about cats looking for loving forever homes. Please note that adoptions will not take place on-site. • Follow The Purr Trail around the Festival for your chance to win cat-tastic prizes • Capture the perfect Festival photo at the giant I ❤️ Cats installation • Enjoy delicious food trucks to keep you fuelled throughout the day This is the ultimate festival for cat lovers, perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the unique magic of cats and create purr-fect memories that last a lifetime. Please note that visitors cannot bring their own cats to the Festival. Learn why here. And the added bonus? Every Cat Lovers Festival ticket holder also gets FREE ENTRY to the Dog Lovers Festival happening on the same weekend – that’s two great Festivals for the price of one! 🐾 Get your tickets today and let the purrs begin 🐾 Event Hours Saturday 17 October: 9:30am – 5pm Sunday 18 October: 9:30am – 5pm
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Details
- When
- Sat, 17 Oct 2026 · 9:30 am (GMT+11)
- Where
- Melbourne Showgrounds
- Address
- Epsom Road, Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
- Price
- $0 +
- Genre
- 117/festival or fair
Questions
- When was Cat Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2026?
- Sat, 17 Oct 2026 at 9:30 am GMT+11.
- Where was Cat Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2026?
- Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Road, Ascot Vale, VIC 3032, Melbourne, VIC.