OctoPURRfest 2026
Toasting to Five Years of Cats, Connection and Community
📍 Location: Ope! Brewing Co. | 6751 W National Ave, West Allis
📅 When: Saturday, October 10, 2026
🕒 Time: 1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
🐾 Our Mission: Raise the roof (and the funds!) for the cats and kittens of Milwaukee. Come for the brews, stay for the vibes and help us continue to save lives.
A Look Back…
In 2021, we set out to establish Milwaukee’s first cage-free and fear-free cat rescue. And since then, we’ve rescued, rehabilitated, and rehomed more than 700 of them. To celebrate half a decade of life-saving work, we’re raising a glass to the volunteers, donors, and adopters who made every one of these stories possible.
The 2026 OctoPURRfest Lineup
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🐾 The Gift Card Tree
This crowd favorite is back! For a donation of $20, you’re guaranteed at least $25 in gift cards for major retailers, dining and more. It’s a perfect way to support the rescue and take home a little something for yourself.
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🎟️ Silent Auction & Raffles
We’ll have high-value themed baskets ranging from "The Ultimate Tailgate" to "The World Traveler." It’s a chance to bid on luxury items and experiences, with 100% of the proceeds going to the cats and kittens in our care.
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👕 Exclusive 5th Anniversary Merch
We’ll have limited-edition Almost Home Cat Rescue MKE and OctoPURRfest apparel and gifts designed specifically for this milestone year — available only at Ope! Brewing Co. while supplies last.
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🍻 Brews & Bites
With a stellar lineup of local food trucks, soda pops, wine, signature cocktails, and a wide range of NA and CBD options, there’s a toast for every taste. Grab a bite, find your favorite pour and let’s raise a glass!
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🎶 Live Music and Entertainment
We’ll have the vibes going all afternoon as you browse the auction and grab a beverage. Incredible music, great company and potential appearances from Milwaukee royalty are in store.
OctoPURRfest Event FAQs
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Nope! OctoPURRfest is free to attend. We want as many of our community members and supporters to come and celebrate with us as possible. While entry is free, we encourage folks to participate in our raffles, silent auction, and gift card tree, or buy some amazing limited-edition merch. All (100%) of these proceeds will go directly to the rescue.
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Absolutely! This is a family-friendly (and furry-friend-friendly) event. Ope! Brewing Co. welcomes well-behaved pups on leashes and cat-loving kids of all ages. 🐶👶
Weather pending, we’ll have space both indoors and outdoors and plenty of kid-friendly activities to keep them entertained. More to come on these!
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Short answer: No. For the safety and comfort of our kitty community, our cats will be relaxing at our cage-free rescue on Ogden Ave in Milwaukee. However, you’ll get to meet our founders and volunteers, and see plenty of "Success Story" photos and videos throughout the taproom!
We’ll still be holding our Open House at the rescue from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. that day, so say “hi” to them beforehand, and join us for the party afterwards!
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We’ll miss you, but you can still make a massive impact! You can donate directly on our website, or, if you’re looking to align your business with our mission, check out our Event Support Opportunities here. Your support ensures we can continue our life-saving work for the next five years and beyond.
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Ope! Brewing Co. has plenty of street parking and nearby lots. We recommend arriving early to grab a spot, scope out the auction items, and snag a prime seat for our live entertainment!
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Absolutely. Ope! Brewing Co. is a fully accessible, ground-level facility, ensuring everyone can join the celebration comfortably.