PARTY WITH THE PETS

Friday, May 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Party with the Pets
Columbus Humane’s Signature After-Hours Shelter Experience

Party with the Pets is our signature shelter celebration — an intentionally limited-capacity evening created for people who care deeply about animals and the community we share.

For one special night, the shelter opens its doors after hours for an adult-focused experience connecting you directly to the lifesaving work happening right here in Central Ohio. Through interactive activities from each department, guests will see firsthand how Columbus Humane delivers critical veterinary care, fights animal cruelty, serves pet families, provides behavior support, and connects pets with loving homes.

Tickets are limited and expected to sell out.

See The Mission In Action

Move through interactive stations led by the teams who make our mission possible:

  • Critical veterinary care that saves lives every day

  • Animal cruelty investigations protecting the most vulnerable

  • Behavior expertise that supports our population

  • Essential Care Center services for pet families in need

  • Adoption programs that connect pets with loving homes

What’s Included

  • Drinks and vegetarian light fare (2 drink tickets included with each registration)

  • Raffle prizes (raffle tickets purchased separately)

  • Interactive department experiences

  • Special appearances by local pet-centric artists

  • Meaningful connection with fellow animal advocates

Why This Night Matters

Every ticket purchased directly supports lifesaving care for animals across Central Ohio.

Your presence helps us:

  • Provide medical treatment for pets in need

  • Investigate, educate, and prevent animal cruelty

  • Support pet families across Columbus

  • Prepare animals for successful adoption

  • Continue to create a more Humane Columbus

This isn’t just a celebration. It’s a chance to strengthen the safety net for animals in our community.

Designed to Be Personal

Space is intentionally limited for the welfare of our animal population and to create a meaningful, interactive experience for our guests.

You won’t be lost in a ballroom. You’ll be inside the shelter, connecting with the people and animals whose lives are changed because of supporters like you.

Who Should Attend?

  • Animal advocates ready to deepen their impact

  • Pet parents and future pet parents

  • Community members who love animals

  • Anyone curious about how animal shelters serve the community

  • Anyone who believes animals deserve a more humane Columbus

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Interested in becoming a sponsor for this event? Contact Stephanie Johnson, Director of Development at sjohnson@columbushumane.org

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