The New Jersey Reptile Show

Sun, Oct 5, 2025 9:00 AM - Sun, Oct 5, 2025 4:00 PM
VFW Post 2179 (Port Monmouth), 460 NJ-36 S, Port Monmouth, New Jersey, 07758
This event has ended.

Description

🦎 The First Annual New Jersey Reptile Show!

For the very first time, we’re bringing the excitement and energy of our 3X sold-out Saratoga Reptile Show series, in Saratoga Spring NY, down to the Garden State in Port Monmouth, New Jersey!

This family-friendly Reptile expo will be an exclusive, one-day showcase where hobbyists, breeders, families, and the reptile-curious can come together to explore the amazing world of reptiles, amphibians, and exotic animals.This is your chance to be part of a brand-new NJ tradition from day one. With appearances from some of the top exotic animal breeders and businesses in the Tri-State Area: NJ Exotic Pets (90K IG Followers), Major League Exotic Pets, Fins & Feathers, Classic JurassicAquaTerra Exotic Pets (73k IG Followers), Hendershots Habitats, Reptile Deli plus many many more trusted breeders, vendors and suppliers! View our full vendor lineup, here!

  • 📍 Venue Location: VFW Post 2179 – 460 NJ-36 S, Port Monmouth, NJ, United States, New Jersey  (Directions)
     ‍⚠️ Important: or 1 Veterans Lane, Port Monmouth, NJ as some of your tickets may say who purchased prior to event day (If using Google Maps or Waze. The VFW has two addresses on gps that go to the same location in Port Monmouth. It's the same property — (the VFW). But if you are using Apple maps, you must use 460 NJ-36 S, Port Monmouth or it shows the wrong address in Bayonne (DO NOT GO HERE!)
  • 🕘 Time: Sunday, October 5, 2025 (9AM – 4PM)
  • 🅿️ Parking: Included and available on-site at the VFW
  • 🍔 Food & Drinks: Available to purchase at the VFW snack bar (Cash & Cards)
  • 🎟️ Tickets: General Admission | 20$ 
  • 👦 Children 5 and under: Free

🐸 What To Expect:

Looking to expand your collection?! Attendees will have the opportunity to learn, browse, and shop from from a variety of breeders selling captive bred reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, cages, supplies, feeder insects (live), and frozen rodents!

Popular categories include:

  • 🦎 Geckos
  • 🐍 Snakes 
  • 🐉 Lizards 
  • 🐸 Amphibians 
  • 🕷️ Invertebrates 
  • 🦔 Mammals (Hedge Hogs, Sugar Gliders, Possums)


🚨 Important Disclaimer – No Turtles or Tortoises at the NJ Reptile Show

We want to clarify an error that appeared in a recent print article published by The Two Times River. The paper incorrectly stated that turtles/tortoises would be available at the New Jersey Reptile Show. They are not permitted under New Jersey regulations, and there will be no show vendors selling or display them.

➡️ Please note: Turtles and tortoises will NOT be at our show.

If turtles or tortoises were the main reason for your visit, we want you to be fully informed before purchasing tickets!

That said, the show will still feature an incredible lineup of snakes, lizards, geckos, amphibians, invertebrates, and other exotic species from around the world — along with knowledgeable vendors and supplies!

Organizer

Venue

 VFW Post 2179 (Port Monmouth)
  460 NJ-36 S, Port Monmouth, New Jersey, 07758

Customer Reviews

4.6 17 Ratings
Bo Tur
Oct 8, 2025

Great!

James Ruttler
Oct 8, 2025

Didn’t know what to expect. First Reptile Expo I have ever been too. Best part? I found everything I was looking for and needed and my son had a great time as well.

Looking forward to next year.

Christopher Lauch
Oct 8, 2025

Oh so crowded! A very nice event. The venue was just to small to accommodate the crowds. The experts were great. Got me a Red Coffee Pac-Man frog and setup.

Mandi Lombardi-Ball
Oct 6, 2025

So many tables. Great turn out. Awesome reptiles and supplies available v can't wait for the next one

Philip Lampf
Oct 6, 2025

Very enjoyable. Appreciated the vendors taking the time to explain in detail the answers to my questions.

Judy Flores
Oct 6, 2025

My daughter and I had a really good time at the show. we saw so many new things and she purchased a couple of additional add ins for her snake and gecko. would absolutely go back next year.

Janelle Hilliard
Oct 6, 2025

Small expo, but still a great showing for the first one in New Jersey!

Christopher Yap
Oct 6, 2025

Great show, and understanding that this is the first time in NJ, it'll continue to grow. A good amount of things to see from live reptiles/arachnids/some aquatics/insects, and supplies from feeder bugs, frozen foods, to storage and enrichment. You can do everything you need in one convenient location...new pet, habitat, enrichment, food, etc. We walked away with well priced feeders for our pet. I look forward to going again, especially as the show continues to grow.

Neena Yannelli
Oct 6, 2025

Awesome vendors, building was laid out in a way that made sense, and the ticket process was very easy and simple.

Matthew Beierschmitt
Oct 6, 2025

I realize this was the first one for the area. But definitely expected more reptiles. Try a bigger hall next time with more reptiles. For 20$ entrance fee and lack of reptiles show wasn't that great.