2026 Evening of Pawsibilities

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Second Chance is delighted to invite you to the 26th annual Evening of  Pawsibilities!

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
North Ridge County Club (6612 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615)
with virtual access for friends of the animals who cannot join us in person that night.
 

While bidding and buying are not open yet, we invite you to secure your seat in the room with a ticket purchase or to register for remote participation if you cannot join us at the Country Club.

This life-saving evening features:

• a cocktail hour (hors d'oeuvres and complimentary beverages), dinner, and dessert (with vegan and gluten-free options) 
• hundreds of amazing silent auction items (with mobile bidding for remote participants) 
• exciting live auction (exclusively for on-site guests, so buy your event ticket today!)
• a raffle drawing for a $2,500 Visa gift card (spend it like cash!)
• a Bourbon Pull (sold out in minutes in 2025!)
• a Wine Pull (yes, this fan favorite returns this year!)
  
• a Jackpawt that's yours for the taking
  
• possible Insta-worthy photo ops
• and of course, visits with furry friends!