Cat Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2026

Name: Cat Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2026
Start: 2026-10-17T09:30:00+11:00
End: 2026-10-18T17:00:00+11:00
Location: Melbourne Showgrounds

Get ready for the ultimate paw-some experience at the Melbourne Cat Lovers Festival - a celebration of all things feline!

Hosted by Pet Projects International

When

Sat 17 – Sun 18 Oct

9:30am–5:00pm daily

Where

Melbourne Showgrounds

Ascot Vale

Price

$0–$43

Good for

Everyone

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Event details from Pet Projects International

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:

Meet loads of wonderful cats across dozens of breeds
Shop with specalised cat brands selling the latest toys, treats, accessories, enrichment and more
Access loads of Festival Specials & Featured Products only avaliable at the Festival
Expert talks and presentations from Australia’s leading cat breeders, behaviourists and industry professionals
Breed Showcase & Adoption Zones where you can meet breed clubs & rescue organisations with cats looking for loving forever homes
Pat-A-Cat sessions for guaranteed smiles & serotonin hits
Delicious food trucks to keep you fuelled all 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.

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

Good to know

Written by AI from the event details · Updated 5 months ago

The Cat Lovers Festival is a delightful celebration that truly captures Melbourne's vibrant pet culture. Held at the expansive Melbourne Showgrounds, we can expect a bustling atmosphere filled with fellow feline enthusiasts and plenty of opportunities to connect with local breeders and vendors.

Insider tip

Arrive early for the best access to talks and workshops, as they can fill up quickly.

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