Key Facts:
- The Sydney Cat Lovers Festival returns to Sydney Showground on 22-23 August 2026, with one ticket granting access to both the Cat Lovers and Dog Lovers Festivals across the full weekend.
- A new attraction, Cat Chat with Dr Katrina Warren, will feature intimate lounge-style sessions covering cat health, behaviour, nutrition, enrichment and responsible ownership, with increased opportunities for audience participation.
- Popular returning attractions include the Breed Showcase, where visitors can meet breeders and discover pedigreed and rare cats, and Pat-A-Cat, offering relaxed interaction with cats in a calm environment.
- The Festival Marketplace and Expo will host one of Australia’s largest cat-focused shopping experiences, bringing together leading pet brands, boutique retailers, rescue organisations and specialist businesses, with exclusive Festival-only deals and product launches.
- Visitors can also access the SASH Ask-A-Vet feature for one-on-one consultations with experienced veterinarians, as well as full access to the Sydney Dog Lovers Festival programme.
Australia’s ultimate celebration of cats returns with exciting new attractions, expert advice and an incredible shopping experience.
Cat lovers are being invited to experience the Sydney Cat Lovers Festival when it returns to Sydney Showground on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August 2026 for a weekend dedicated to celebrating everything feline.
With one ticket providing access to both the Sydney Cat Lovers Festival and Sydney Dog Lovers Festival, visitors can enjoy two days filled with education, entertainment, shopping, expert advice and unforgettable experiences with some of Australia’s most beautiful cats and dogs.
Leading the 2026 program is the exciting new Cat Chat with Dr Katrina Warren, featuring intimate lounge-style sessions and conversations designed to bring visitors closer to the experts. The innovative format will allow attendees to engage in discussions covering cat health, behaviour, nutrition, enrichment and responsible ownership, while creating greater opportunities for audience participation and questions.
