Annual Caturday: A Benefit Day for The Ruffugees Foundation
Schedule
Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
201 N. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC, United States, North Carolina 27909 | Elizabeth City, NC
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A Full Day of Art, Cats, & Giving BackWe’re turning the studio into a full-on cat-loving, creativity-filled, feel-good kind of day… and you’re invited.
Join us for Caturday, a special all-day event where we paint, shop, and come together to support homeless animals in the best way we know how—through community, creativity, and a whole lot of heart.
EVENT DETAILS:
Saturday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Walk in anytime to paint
Face painting 12:00-3:00 by Gypsy Shack
Vendors all day
(Vendor Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_P9ISLJiARVQ5dHBIwCIqw7LS40_jA7_JlQ5dPbIxCbyZIQ/viewform?usp=header)
Ticketed Events:
- 11:00 Painting with Kittens
- 1:00 Painting with Kittens
- 7:00 Paint and Sip with Kittens
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Special Cat-Themed Pottery
Exclusive pieces just for this event
Cats, paws, bowls, mugs, and more while supplies last!
Ticketed special events
Local Vendors + Pop-Ups
Unique handmade goods
Pet-themed items, gifts, and surprises
Support small businesses while you’re here!
Extras throughout the day including giveaways, little surprises and a studio full of good energy
WHY WE’RE DOING THIS:
All net proceeds from the day will be donated to the Ruffugees Foundation ruffugees.com
This volunteer run 501(c)(3) works to:
* Fund spay & neuter surgeries
* Provide medical care to homeless animals
* Reduce overpopulation and suffering
Every piece painted = real impact
Every purchase = lives changed
A FEW NOTES:
* No reservations — walk-ins only and welcome all day
* Seating is first come, first served
* Finished pieces will be ready for pickup in 7–14 days
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Where is it happening?
201 N. Water Street, Elizabeth City, NC, United States, North Carolina 27909Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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