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- calendar_today October 12, 2026
Wiggly Butts Foundation Holds Inaugural Fundraising Event
Wiggly Butts Foundation, an Albuquerque nonprofit dedicated to dog rescue, is organizing its first annual benefit concert. The event, titled "Barks & Bangers," will take place on October 24 at Winrock Town Center, offering an evening of music, food, and animal rescue advocacy.
Event Details and Entertainment
The Barks & Bangers benefit concert is scheduled to begin with doors opening at 5 p.m. and the show running through 10 p.m. The event is open to attendees aged 18 and older. The concert will feature two local artists as well as a headline performance by an alternative indie rock band from Canada. Food trucks and a full bar will be available, providing refreshments throughout the night.
Support for Shelter Dogs and Dog Adoption
Alongside the musical acts, the event will also showcase adoptable shelter dogs on site, highlighting the importance of dog adoption and animal rescue in the community. Attendees interested in adopting a dog will have the opportunity to meet dogs looking for new homes.
Fundraising Goals and Community Impact
The benefit concert aims to raise funds for Wiggly Butts Foundation’s various initiatives. Proceeds from ticket sales will directly support the nonprofit’s mission, including adoption fee sponsorships, going-home supply kits for new pet owners, and community programs that promote animal rescue. Since launching in April 2026, the foundation reports having sponsored 58 dog adoptions.
How to Participate
Individuals interested in attending the fundraising event and supporting the cause can find more information and purchase tickets through the Wiggly Butts Foundation’s website. By participating, attendees help fund efforts to provide shelter dogs with new opportunities and support for successful adoption.
About Wiggly Butts Foundation
Formed in April 2026, Wiggly Butts Foundation focuses on supporting dog rescue and animal welfare initiatives. The organization provides resources for dog adoption, assists in offsetting adoption fees, and offers programs to support pets and their new families within the community.
Source: krqe.com.
