We’re bringing the excitement and energy back to the Port Monmouth VFW for our second show on Sunday, February 8th!
The 2nd Annual New Jersey Reptile Show is here to cultivate a friendly, educational, & fun filled reptile event. Where your friends and family can have a blast wandering the magnificent world of reptiles! Kids 5 & under get in FREE!
Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Capacity is limited and this event may sell out before show day.
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. With appearances from some of the top exotic pet shops, licensed breeders, trusted vendors, and animal care professionals from across the the Garden State and over 70 tables to browse and shop from!
- 📍 Venue Location: 460 NJ-36, Port Monmouth, NJ, 07758 (Port Monmouth VFW Directions)
- The VFW property has two GPS addresses that go to the same place but the VFW Google Maps Venue address is set to 1 Veterans Lane and does not work correctly on Apple Maps.
- Use this Address for All Map Apps:460 NJ-36 S, Port Monmouth, NJ 07758
- Works on Apple Maps, Google Maps, and Waze
- 🕘 Time: Sunday, February 8, 2026 (9AM – 4PM)
- 🅿️ Parking: Included and available on-site at the Port Monmouth VFW
- 🍔 Food & Drinks: Available to purchase at the VFW snack bar (Cash & Cards)
- 🎟️ Tickets: GA 6+ | 20$. Kids under 5 are free! Due to demand and limited capacity we strongly suggest purchasing tickets online prior to show day. There is a chance that we sell out if you were planning on purchasing tickets at the door!
👉Purchase tickets at NJReptileShow.com to secure your spot at this limited-capacity event.
🐸 What To Expect:
✅ Family Fun Awaits! Live Animal Encounters • Kid-Approved • Unforgettable
Get up close to real reptiles and exotic animals in one unforgettable day. Perfect for young animal lovers, curious kids, and families looking to experience something they’ll be talking about long after the show ends.
✅ Expand Your Collection
Shop from a variety of vendors offering:
•Captive-bred exotic pets
•Habitats & enclosures, bioactive supplies, terrarium/vivariums supplies, discounted cages, and reptile merchandise
•Feeder insects, frozen/live rodents, and more!
Popular categories include:
- 🦎 Geckos
- 🐍 Snakes
- 🐉 Lizards
- 🐸 Amphibians
- 🕷️ Invertebrates
- 🦔 Mammals (Hedge Hogs, Sugar Gliders, Skunks, and Possums)
2026 Show Vendors
Major League Exotics, Reptile Deli, NJ Exotic Pets, Garden State Exotics, Classic Jurrasic, Small n Furry Rescue, EZ Botanicals, Iso Flora, HJS Serpents LLC, GC Exotics, American Invertebrates, VIP REPTILES, Atlantic Aquariums, Nautilus Avian & Exotics Veterinary Specialists, Northeast Bugs & Beasts, GC Exotics, Ophelia, the monster / The Critter Carnival, LF Rustics, Sticky Toe Co, Hendershot Habitats, Jackie's Succulents & Tropicals, Leaf Tailed Poison, Leapin Leachies, and many many more!