Texas' ultimate cat convention with adoptable cats, crafts, cosplay, vendors and a marketplace, allowing guests to bring their own cats.
POP Cats is bringing its first-ever cat convention to Texas this August, taking over the Palmer Events Center at 900 Barton Springs Rd. It runs Saturday, August 8, from 11 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, August 9, from 11 AM to 4 PM. It's one of the few cat events in the state that lets you bring your own cat along, so if you've got a social one, they can come too.
Inside, the venue is transformed into a cat-themed environment with whimsical street art, interactive exhibits, and a "Cat City" vibe. They're partnering with local rescues to bring adoptable cats into catios, so if you're looking for a new companion, there will be plenty of them to meet. You can show up in cat cosplay, browse a marketplace of cat-themed goods, and spend time at the hands-on activity stations. There's cat-themed painting, painting a Noah Pooh vinyl toy, making felt catnip toys, button making, and temporary tattoos. A portion of ticket proceeds goes to the participating cat rescues, and re-entry is allowed by wristband.
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Tickets are available as single-day or weekend passes. A one-day pass is $18 for adults and $10 for children. The two-day weekend pass is $28 for adults and $18 for children. Children under 4 don't need a ticket, and ages 4 to 10 need a child ticket. For those who want more, there's an Experience Bundle Pass for $50, a Merch Bundle Pass for $50, and an Ultimate Bundle Pass for $100.
