Repticon

Repticon is coming to the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa on Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8. It's a reptile and exotic animal expo that brings together enthusiasts, breeders, and vendors from across the region, and it's the kind of thing that works as well if you're a seasoned hobbyist as it does if you're just curious about these animals.

Inside the Expo Hall, the floor fills with a wide range of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and other exotic animals. You'll find breeders showing off their stock and vendors selling reptiles, supplies, and accessories, so it's a place where you can both look and buy. Alongside the animals, there are educational presentations and live animal displays, which give you a closer look at the creatures and a bit of context on how they live.

The event is family-friendly, and it's aimed at both the people who already keep reptiles and those who are just starting to get interested. If you've never been to one of these, it's a good way to see a lot of different species in one room and talk to the people who raise them.

It runs across two days: Saturday, November 7, from 9 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday, November 8, from 10 AM to 4 PM. You'll find it at the Florida State Fairgrounds, Expo Hall (US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1), 4800 U.S. Hwy 301 N, Tampa, FL 33610. Admission is $12 to $15, and kids 4 and under get in free.