Rochester’s 37-Year Tradition for Shelter Pets Is Back October 23rd

A big annual event is coming up for Paws and Claws Humane Society in Rochester. This event is always so much fun and raises a ton of money for the cats and dogs in Paws and Claws' care looking for their forever home.

Yes, we're talking about the exciting Fall Fundraiser! It's the 37th year of the Fall Fundraiser and this year you won't want to miss out on the fun.

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Paws and Claws Fall Fundraiser 2026

At this year's fall fundraiser you can expect:

Live Music
Silent Auction
Pasta Buffet (6-7:30 PM)
Cash Bar
And the big event of the evening: the Live Auction

There's also typically some adoptable cats and dogs out and about during the event so you can meet some of the animals that you're helping by attending this event.

Tickets for the Paws and Claws Fall Fundraiser

Tickets are on sale now and are $55.20 (with taxes and fees). This includes access to the event and the pasta buffet. But you'll definitely want to make sure you've got some extra money for the cash bar and to bid on some items. You know you'll find SOMETHING to bid on.

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Paws and Claws Fall Fundraiser 2026 Details

The 2026 Fall Fundraiser will be on Friday, October 23rd at the Rochester International Events Center by the airport.

Doors open at 5:30 PM and the silent auction begins right away. The pasta buffet will be open 6 - 7:30 PM and the live auction will be shortly after. You'll definitely want to stick around for that even if you aren't going to bid. Some of the items are incredible but it's also really cool to watch people come together to raise money for a great cause.