Annual Events at AAHS

A pawsitively great time

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating the special bond between people and pets at one of our signature annual events, hosted on our spacious campus at 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road. Tickets for each event will go on sale ahead of time — check back here for updates!

Pets With Santa

Here comes Santa Paws

Memorialize your paw-liday season with a photo of your pet with Santa! Santa will be at the Athens Area Humane Society, located at 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road, during select weekends in November:

Sunday, Nov 1st
Saturday, Nov 7th
Sunday, Nov 8th
Friday, Nov 20th

For just $30, you’ll get a reserved time slot with Santa to capture timeless holiday photos. To ensure each pet has plenty of time, families are limited to two animals per slot.

Please Note: You must book a time in advance, no walk-ins will be permitted.

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Brunch, beverages, and bundles of kittens

Annual Kitten Shower

Our annual Kitten Shower is an occasion to celebrate! This signature event will be entering its 11th year this coming spring 2027. The Kitten Shower brings together cat lovers from all across Athens for a brunch buffet featuring local eats and beverages, plus a raffle, vendors, live music, games, and — of course — adoptable kittens!

Paws and Pinot

Sip for a cause!

Sip for a cause at ‘Paws and Pinot‘! Join the Athens Area Humane Society for a wine-tasting night on September 11th, 6:00-8:00 PM, at our 1030 Mitchell Bridge Rd campus to support rescue pets. Swirl, sniff, and support — every pour helps save more!

Enjoy food, a silent auction, furry friends, and sips from Rescue Dog Wines.

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Highlights from Past Events

8th Annual Kitten Shower

Hughes Subaru Vaccine Clinic

9th Annual Kitten Shower