We have barely begun to contact cats and humans on our Guest Wish List!  But we've already gotten some AWESOME confirmations for our inaugural Colorado Springs Cat Fest! 

Do you have a cat you think might be a good guest?  We can offer a FREE BOOTH and plenty of promotion!  Email dana@danacain.com 

STAY TUNED FOR MORE GUEST CONFIRMATIONS IN THE COMING MONTHS!

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Adventure Cat Liebchen

With more than 192,000 followers on Instagram, @Liebchen.Travels is one of Colorado's most famous cats!  He's Aspen’s local rescue cat who loves to ski, hike, bike, swim, camp, paddle, and explore! And he'll be exploring BOTH of our Cat Fest Colorado events in 2023!  Come meet him in purrson, and maybe even take home some official Liebchen merch!

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That Cat Pluto

Local Boy Makes Good!  That Cat Pluto lives in Colorado Springs, where he is big brother to his two rambunctious little sisters.  He loves adventuring around the state in his red harness and sun visor.  Follow him on Facebook and Instagram and come meet him at Cat Fest.  You can even snap a photo with him for $5! He'll be in his booth all day (except when he's on adventure breaks). 

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Catio Bob

Based in Athens, GA, Catio Bob has over 17 years of experience designing, fabricating, and installing animal enclosures in both commercial and residential settings. His designs are characterized by their creativity, functionality, and quality, ensuring that each build meets the unique needs of each client and (most importantly) their cat(s). Catio Bob is an animal advocate, a loving cat dad, and a great supporter of the animal welfare community through his Refurral Program. He has built custom catios for a number of Georgia animal shelters and rescue organizations, and has worked with local feline-celebrities like the Amazing Acrocats.

We're excited to have Catio Bob join us in Colorado Springs for a talk about "The Benefits of Catios." Time TBD on our Main Stage!

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Our MC:
​Miss Purrcilla Pawzley

She’s a far out feline who makes you feel fine!
The kookiest cat who really knows where it’s at!
It’s Miss Purrcilla Pawzley!

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Feline Fantasy Dance Troupe

Cat Fest welcomes Rafi'ah's Feline Fantasy Dance Troupe back to the stage. They were a HUGE hit at our first Denver festival!  They dance the gamut - from laughs to gasps of awe as they interpret some of your favorite cat songs dressed as some of your favorite cat characters!

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HeatherAfter Cosplay

Heather (aka. HeatherAfter Cosplay) is an artist, model and longtime cosplayer.  She is well-known for her cat costumes, having created and modeled over two dozen catgirl cosplays!  A part of the convention scene since 1996, her passion for cosplay and all things pop culture led Heather to quickly become a Master cosplayer.  By 2000 she was working as a Professional costume designer and spokesmodel.  Sony Entertainment's video game department, Marvel, Image Comics, Amazon, and Google are just a few of the companies Heather has worked with, and her cosplay and artwork have appeared in numerous publications worldwide!  She has been honored to be a cosplay judge and/or guest at conventions throughout the country, as well as represent various businesses and charity organizations.  Heather enjoys utilizing her cosplay and artistic skills to host interactive craft workshops at conventions and other events.  Participants of all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun, and create a unique souvenier to show off, and take home!  

Keep an eye out for Heather's booth, Charming Cat Charms and look for her online at the 'HeatherAfter Cosplay' Facebook page which features daily updates:  https://www.facebook.com/HeatherAfterCosplay/
IG: @heatheraftercosplay

Trivia Hostess, Rose Beetem

Rose Beetem is Nerd Royalty in Colorado. She ran programming at a local science fiction convention for decades and has hosted numerous trivia bowls and her own conventions on the Eastern Plans.  She is also the voice you hear on the phone when you call the Denver Art Museum. How's THAT for trivia?  (Tentative)