The 5th Annual 2026 Saratoga Reptile & Exotic Pet Show

About this event

The Saratoga Reptile & Exotic Pet Show returns to the Saratoga Springs City Center on Saturday, March 21st for an unforgettable day filled with fascinating animals, family fun, and incredible vendors from across the Northeast.

Explore 70+ top vendors, breeders, pet shops, & animal care experts (130 tables), featuring thousands of captive-bred reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and other exotic species, along with habitats, supplies, feeders, and more. 

Whether you're a serious collector, hobbyist, or brand new to exotic pets, you'll have the chance to connect with experienced breeders, animal care experts, and passionate vendors dedicated to responsible animal keeping. It's also a family-friendly event, giving kids and adults alike the chance to explore the amazing world of reptiles and exotic animals up close.

Event Details:

• Location: Saratoga Springs City Center — 522 Broadway Entrance, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
• Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 (Sunday 10AM - 4PM) (VIP Early Bird Ticket Access begins at 9AM)
• Parking: Available in the adjacent garage

Tickets: Must be purchased online in advance this year due to demand. 

• General Admission (13+) - $15
• Kids Admission (5-12)
• *Children under 5 are free!

What You'll See & Shop

• A wide variety of snakes, boas, pythons, tortoises, geckos, bearded dragons, chameleons, lizards, frogs, turtles, skinks, tegus, uromastyx, & much more
• Tarantulas, isopods, scorpions, millipedes, & other fascinating invertebrates
• Other Exotic Animals: Macaw parrots, sugar gliders, hedgehogs 
• Bioactive supplies, plants, terrariums & habitats
• Live feeder insects & frozen/live rodents
• Discounted cages, supplies & reptile merch
• Craft Vendors & oddities

‍Additional Vendor Fun For The Kids:‍

• Balloon twisting by Balloon Gal Jenny
• Reptile themed face painting
• Ice cream
• Meet and hold stunning Macaw parrots with a special interactive experience hosted by Parrots For Parties by Gerry Burch!

Vendor-hosted experiences may require a separate purchase.