Ales for Adoptable Tails is IPAAW's signature annual fundraiser, bringing together animal lovers, local breweries, wineries, businesses, and the community for an afternoon dedicated to improving the lives of homeless pets throughout Central Indiana.

Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, as we return to COhatch Broad Ripple for our biggest event yet! Our new venue provides more room for breweries, vendors, activities, and rescue organizations, allowing us to create an even better experience while raising more funds for local animal welfare efforts.

Your ticket includes unlimited tastings of a wide variety of craft beers, wines, and seltzers from local and regional beverage partners. As you sample your way through the event, you'll also have the opportunity to browse local vendor booths, enjoy delicious food from food vendors, participate in interactive activities—including our popular golf simulator—and learn more about the incredible organizations working every day to care for animals in need.

One of the highlights of the event is the chance to meet adoptable dogs, cats, and other animals from local rescue organizations. Whether you're ready to welcome a new furry family member or simply want to spend some time with some adorable faces, you'll find plenty of wagging tails and happy purrs throughout the afternoon.

Ales for Adoptable Tails is designed to be a celebration for everyone. Bring your friends, family, and fellow animal lovers to enjoy live entertainment, games, shopping with local vendors, great food, and an incredible selection of beverages—all while making a meaningful difference for homeless pets in our community.

Every ticket purchased helps IPAAW continue its mission of supporting Central Indiana animal welfare organizations through grants, fundraising, and community partnerships. By attending, you're helping provide medical care, shelter, food, enrichment, adoption programs, and second chances for thousands of animals each year.

Whether you come for the craft beverages, the adoptable animals, the shopping, or simply to support a cause you care about, you'll leave knowing your afternoon helped create brighter futures for pets in need.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location: COhatch Broad Ripple
Unlimited craft beer, wine & seltzer tastings
Local vendors and artisan shopping
Food from Prime 47 Indy
Interactive games and activities
Golf simulator
Meet adoptable animals from local rescue organizations
Family-friendly atmosphere

Important Information

This event is open to all ages.
Children 12 and under receive free admission and do not require a ticket.
Guests wishing to consume alcoholic beverages must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid government-issued photo ID at check-in.
Please drink responsibly and plan for a safe ride home if you will be participating in tastings.

Funds this year will benefit the following animal welfare organizations (as voted on by our membership):

Interested in sponsorship? See our opportunities here.

2026 IPAAW Ales for Adoptable Tails

Where Every Pour Helps a Paw.

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