Piano for Paws is a fun night out built around music, good company, and support for the dogs at the Morrow County Dog Shelter. Whether you’re coming for the show, the food, or to spend time with friends and neighbors, this page walks through what to expect, when to arrive, and how the evening flows so you can relax and enjoy the night.
At a Glance
- Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
- Location: The Cardinal Center – Main Hall, Marengo
- Tickets: $45 admission only, no physical tickets. Available starting February 1, 2026.
- Ages: 21 and over
- Food: Donation-based dinner, snacks, and bake sale items (cash/Venmo/PayPal only)
- Drinks: Cash bar available
- Activities: Live dueling pianos, raffles, and auction items
Location
The Cardinal Center – Main Hall
616 State Route 61
Marengo, Ohio
Plenty of on-site parking is available. Additional location details and parking guidance will be shared closer to the event.
Schedule
3:30 PM
Doors open and guest check-in begins. This is a great time to arrive, get settled, browse raffle and auction items, and start planning what you’d like to bid on.
5:00 PM
Italian dinner begins and will be available while supplies last.
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live dueling piano performance by Cleveland Keys.
After the show
Raffle winners will be announced following the performance. We expect this process to be completed between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM.
Raffles, auction items, and other fundraising activities will be available throughout the evening.
What to Expect
Piano for Paws is about coming together for an evening of great music and good company. Arrive ready to enjoy the show, share a meal with friends and neighbors, and participate in community-centered fun throughout the night. Details about food, timing, and activities are covered elsewhere on this page, including in At a Glance, Food, and Schedule.
Food
All food at Piano for Paws is offered on a donation basis. There are no set prices. Guests are welcome to enjoy food and contribute an amount that feels comfortable to them.
An Italian dinner will be served starting at 5:00 PM and will be available while supplies last. Dinner is offered during the early part of the evening and may sell out.
If you’re purchasing tickets in advance and plan to enjoy the dinner, we ask that you let us know how many people in your group expect to eat. This helps us plan appropriately and avoid unnecessary food waste.
After dinner service ends, light snacks such as hot dogs and nachos will be available by donation and are typically offered through the rest of the evening.
A bake sale table will be available throughout the event. Baked goods are also donation based. You choose what you would like and give what feels appropriate.
Food donations help support the costs of the event and allow more of the evening’s proceeds to benefit the dogs at the Morrow County Dog Shelter.
As a heads-up, food and bake sale donations are accepted by cash, Venmo, or PayPal. We won’t have credit card processing available for food items, so bringing cash or having a mobile payment option available is helpful.
Raffles and Silent Auction
Piano for Paws features several fun ways to participate throughout the evening, including basket raffles, a 50/50 raffle, and a silent auction. Guests are welcome to browse, participate in as much or as little as they’d like, and enjoy the experience at their own pace.
Basket raffles
Throughout the venue, you’ll find themed baskets and collections of donated items displayed on tables for viewing. Raffle tickets can be purchased from a volunteer. To enter, simply place your raffle ticket in the jar in front of the item or basket you’d like to win. At the end of the evening, one ticket will be drawn from each jar, and the selected ticket wins that item.
50/50 raffle
We’ll also offer a 50/50 raffle during the event. Tickets are sold throughout the evening, and the winning ticket is drawn near the end of the night. Half of the total proceeds go to the winner, and the other half supports Friends of the Morrow County Dog Shelter.
Silent auction
Silent auction items will be displayed with a bid sheet nearby. Guests can place bids by writing their name and bid amount on the sheet. Bidding remains open throughout the evening, and the highest bidder at the close of the auction wins the item.
Raffle winners will be announced after the dueling piano performance, with announcements expected to conclude between 10:00 and 11:00 PM. Winners must be present to claim raffle and auction items, as items are not available for delivery after the event.
Tickets
Tickets for Piano for Paws 2026 are available starting February 1, 2026 and are $45 per person. A ticket provides admission to the event only.
This event does not use physical tickets. Advance ticket purchases are recorded on an attendee list and checked at the door.
Advance tickets
Advance tickets will be available by submitting a short form and completing payment. Once payment is received, your name will be added to the attendee list for event check-in.
At-the-door tickets
If tickets remain available, they may be purchased at the door on the night of the event. Availability cannot be guaranteed. Tickets purchased at the door may be paid for using cash, Venmo, PayPal, or a credit card. Our volunteers will have a card readers available at the door on event night.
All attendees must be 21 years of age or older.
Accessibility
The event space is located on a single level, and we are not aware of any barriers that would prevent access to the Main Hall.
Seating for the event may be arranged closely in some areas. If you or someone in your party requires accessibility accommodations or specific seating considerations, please contact us in advance so we can make appropriate arrangements.
You can reach us at , and we will do our best to assist.
FAQ
What does my ticket include?
Your ticket provides admission to the event only. Food, drinks, raffles, and other activities are available separately.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. This event is for guests 21 years of age and older.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
If tickets remain available, they may be purchased at the door on the night of the event. Availability cannot be guaranteed.
Is there a dress code?
Nope. Come casual, dress up a bit, or land somewhere in between. Dress comfortably and appropriately for a fun night out. If you’re ready to enjoy the music, food, and support the dogs, you’re dressed just right.
Advance Ticket Request
Individual tickets will be available starting February 1, 2026. Sign up for text updates to receive notification when they become available.