Cat art is not only rad; it’s pawsome! Check out our exhibition of totally cool art featuring our feline friends. What could be more inspiring than seeing cats made larger than life in art?!
POP Cats 2022, presented by NULO, is a fun-packed festival fueled by the spirit of cats, pop, and art! You’ll love the cat playgrounds; artists; music; photo ops; artisans; brands; cat adoptions; and more! A portion of profits benefits participant cat organizations.
Event Dates
Friday, December 2nd, 2022
3pm to 7pm
Saturday, December 3rd, 2022
10am Early access
11am to 5pm
Sunday, December 4th, 2022
10am Early access
11am to 5pm
Address
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704
Directions
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FEATURES
Get ready Austin, POP Cats is back!
The ultimate cat experience!
An immersive world of cattitude
Step into the new world of POP Cats
Have you ever dreamed of being surrounded by everything cats? Us too! POP Cats has turned even more meow-some for it’s 5th edition. Enjoy over 9,000 sq ft of colorful feline-themed atmosphere which will bring out your inner child for a memorable celebration of cats and art!
ADOPT YOUR FUTURE BFF
New Catios and Photo Ops
Step into any of our new cat enclosures designed with giant cat-food motifs made to dazzle you and your friends. Each one will be blessed with the presence of adoptable kittens brought by our local cat rescues.
Meet your best friend furever
Adoptable Cats!
If you have never been surrounded been surrounded by cats before, this is your opportunity to break the ice. Looking to speed-date your future BBF? This is also your chance to meet the cats of your dreams and adopt. You will LOVE IT!
Cattitude is art
Cat-art Exhibit
Fun with coloring
Cat-Themed Coloring
Our festival has always celebrated felines and art, and this year’s we’re opening up a space where attendees can unleash their creativity. The Art Zone is where you can immerse yourself in coloring. Pick any of our delightful cat-themed drawings that you can take home as a fun souvenir.
Get your cattitude on
Cat-toos
Talented artist Betty Rose and company are back and they will be joining us at POP Cats all weekend long for tattoos. Look for her at POP Cats as she will be accepting walk-ins for cat tattoos!
Express your cattitude
Paint your masterpiece
You can be an artist too!
We made it possible for you and friends to paint a masterpiece of your own at POP Cats. Pick any of our easy-to-follow design available and paint away!
Check on-site for pricing.
TRAIN YOUR CAT'S INNER NINJA
DIY Cat Wand Toy
Your cat needs lots of entertainment and what could be more paw-some than making your own cat wand toy for fun times! We will provide you with cool supplies so you can learn how to make your own toy. Your cat will love it!
Check on-site for pricing.
Experience the cattitude!
Meowsome Merch
You will love finding awesome merch from cat food to feline art, cat-centric services to human apparel. Save up, cuz it’s time to stock on cat merch!
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The Holidays are here
Photo with Santa!
Don’t miss Santa at POP Cats as he will be visiting us to take pictures with you and your cat! Available on a first come, first served basis for a limited time.
Friday 3 PM – 4 PM
Saturday 2 PM – 4 PM
Sunday 2 PM – 4 PM
Note: Event activities are subject to change at any time.
Cattitude is life
Entertainment
We have a special musical treat for you, talented harpist Kristen Gibbs will be at POP Cats to play amazing pop-tunes on Saturday and Sunday at 1 PM. You cannot miss it!
We will also be playing indie and pop tunes all weekend long to set the good vibes.
Get yourself cat-tails
Sip n’ Purr Bar
It’s the weekend! Refreshments will be available for purchase all day long. Enjoy bubbly drinks and “cattails” at the Sip n’ Purr Bar by Tito’s Vodka.
POP Cats organizes events that bring the community and cat rescues together to celebrate cats. Our festivals serve as a platform for non-profits to conduct adoption drives, recruit volunteers, and educate. Additionally, we donate a portion of revenue. Your ticket purchases play a crucial role in supporting our community.
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Event FAQ
Yes, we partner with local cat rescues to bring adoptable cats to the event.
Yes, you can bring your cat to the event. A lot of people do. Make sure you review and follow our guidelines. Click here to read our guidelines.
This event is suitable for children 9 years and older.
Child tickets apply to children between ages 4 to 10.
Yes, unless otherwise noted.
During each event we make sure we have vendors that sell food, snacks and beverages.
Yes, our events are wheelchair accessible, unless otherwise noted.
We will be happy to consider you join our squad of on-site and remote volunteers. To apply, visit our Volunteer page here.
Chicago
Train: the Artifact Events venue is just one block away from the Montrose, Brown Line, train station.
Parking: street parking available on Ravenswood Avenue.
Houston
Parking: parking is available at 2101 Winter Street, 77007 or street parking.
San Diego
Parking: street parking is available on along North Embarcadero, Tuna Harbor, Ruocco Park, Embarcadero Marina Park North and Embarcadero Marina Park South, the Crescent area, Spanish Landing and Shelter Island.
Covered parking is offered at Wyndham San Diego Bayside.
Austin
Parking: parking is available on-site. Entrances are on Riverside Dr. and another on Barton Springs Rd. Overflow parking is available at One Texas Center Parking Garage, at the southeast corner of Barton Springs Rd. and S. 1st St.
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Tickets are non-refundable.
Attendees must respect commonsense rules for public behavior, personal interaction, common courtesy, and respect for private property. Harassing or offensive behavior will not be tolerated. Event Management reserves the right to revoke, without refund, the admission of any attendee not in compliance with this policy.
Soliciting of any kind is prohibited.
If you would like to contact us, please write to hello@popcats.org.
POP Cats™ is organized by Doodles Productions, LLC. 3292 SE QUAY ST, Port Saint Lucie 34984.
Want to be an Exhibitor? Apply here. Want to be an Sponsor? Write to hello@popcats.org.