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Florida Pet Events

Verified upcoming public pet events in Florida, with dates, organizer sources and useful travel planning.

Browse 28 currently verified upcoming public listings in Florida. Dates, venues and original organizer links appear below. Event records leave public results when their verification is more than 30 days old; this page is available only while at least two relevant listings are current.

Compare travel time, public admission, accessible entrances and visitor-animal rules before making a plan. For Florida trips, check heat and severe-weather conditions and keep an indoor or cancellation plan.

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Oct17

Plant City, FL · Cat show

That’s My Point Cat Fanciers Cat Show

2026-10-17 – 2026-10-17 · Teco Expo Hall - Strawberry Festival Fairgrounds

Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. Announced attractions: Exhibitor cat costume contest; Spectator kids trick-or-treating. Check the official visitor information before travel. Visitor pets: Do not assume visitor pets are admitted. Ask the organizer; showing a cat requires separate registration and health compliance.

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Oct24

Fort Pierce, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Fort Pierce

2026-10-24 – 2026-10-24 · St Lucie County Fairgrounds

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Oct25

Miami, FL · Adoption fair

Miami-Dade Puptoberfest

2026-10-25 – 2026-10-25 · Tropical Park

A public county animal-services celebration featuring adoptable dogs and cats, a fall market, food vendors and entertainment. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor-pet admission, leash and health rules with Miami-Dade Animal Services before bringing an animal.

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Oct25

Orlando, FL · Pet festival

Orange County Animal Services Barktoberfest

2026-10-25 – 2026-10-25 · Lake Eola Park, beside the Farmers Market

A public rescue-community gathering with adoptable animals, pet businesses and county animal-services outreach. Some animal services have residency and eligibility conditions. Visitor pets: Confirm leash and health requirements with the organizer before bringing a pet.

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Oct31

Sarasota, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Sarasota

2026-10-31 – 2026-10-31 · Sahib Shrine Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Nov1

Inverness, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Citrus County

2026-11-01 – 2026-11-01 · Citrus County Fair Association

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Nov1

Kissimmee, FL · Animal exhibition

Southeast Exotic Bird Fair — Kissimmee

2026-11-01 – 2026-11-01 · Osceola County Fairgrounds — KVLS Pavilion

Public exotic bird fair with exhibitors and bird-care supplies. Ask the organizer about visitor-bird entry rules and the exhibitors scheduled for this date. Visitor pets: Visitor pet rules were not confirmed on the checked event page; ask the organizer before bringing an animal.

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Nov7

Tampa, FL · Pet expo

Florida International Reptile Expo — Tampa

2026-11-07 – 2026-11-08 · Florida State Fairgrounds — Expo Hall

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Nov14

Orlando, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Orlando

2026-11-14 – 2026-11-15 · Central Florida Fairgrounds — Main Building Halls A, B & C

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Nov28

Port Charlotte, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Port Charlotte

2026-11-28 – 2026-11-28 · Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Dec5

Lakeland, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Lakeland

2026-12-05 – 2026-12-06 · RP Funding Center — Sikes Hall

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Dec12

Orlando, FL · Dog show

2026 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin

2026-12-12 – 2026-12-13 · Orange County Convention Center North/South Building

Public spectators are welcome, with limited seating, for the 2026 championship and accompanying activities. Visitor pets: Unentered dogs are not permitted inside; only dogs competing or participating in official demonstrations may enter under the premium list. Check rules for any access accommodation directly with the organizer.

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Dec19

Pembroke Pines, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Pembroke Pines

2026-12-19 – 2026-12-20 · Charles F. Dodge City Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Dec27

Melbourne, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Melbourne

2026-12-27 – 2026-12-27 · Eau Gallie Civic Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Jan2

Orlando, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Orlando

2027-01-02 – 2027-01-03 · Central Florida Fairgrounds — Main Building Halls A, B & C

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Jan23

Melbourne, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Melbourne

2027-01-23 – 2027-01-23 · Eau Gallie Civic Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Feb20

Tampa, FL · Pet expo

Florida International Reptile Expo — Tampa

2027-02-20 – 2027-02-21 · Florida State Fairgrounds — Entertainment Hall

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Apr4

Melbourne, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Melbourne

2027-04-04 – 2027-04-04 · Eau Gallie Civic Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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May22

Orlando, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Orlando

2027-05-22 – 2027-05-23 · Central Florida Fairgrounds — Main Building Halls A, B & C

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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May29

Pembroke Pines, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Pembroke Pines

2027-05-29 – 2027-05-30 · Charles F. Dodge City Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Jun5

Tampa, FL · Pet expo

Florida International Reptile Expo — Tampa

2027-06-05 – 2027-06-06 · Florida State Fairgrounds — Entertainment Hall

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Jun26

Jacksonville, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Jacksonville

2027-06-26 – 2027-06-27 · Duval Hall

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Jul24

Orlando, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Orlando

2027-07-24 – 2027-07-25 · Central Florida Fairgrounds — Main Building Halls A, B & C

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Aug21

Melbourne, FL · Pet expo

ReptiDay Melbourne

2027-08-21 – 2027-08-21 · Eau Gallie Civic Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Sep4

Pembroke Pines, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Pembroke Pines

2027-09-04 – 2027-09-05 · Charles F. Dodge City Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Nov13

Tampa, FL · Pet expo

Florida International Reptile Expo — Tampa

2027-11-13 – 2027-11-14 · Florida State Fairgrounds — Special Events Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Dec4

Orlando, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Orlando

2027-12-04 – 2027-12-05 · Central Florida Fairgrounds — Main Building Halls A, B & C

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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Dec11

Pembroke Pines, FL · Pet expo

Repticon Pembroke Pines

2027-12-11 – 2027-12-12 · Charles F. Dodge City Center

Public reptile and exotic-animal expo with independent breeders and supply vendors. Check the organizer for this date’s exhibitors and visitor rules. Visitor pets: Check venue restrictions and organizer rules before bringing an animal; visitor animals must be healthy and controlled. The organizer excludes pet green iguanas and tegus.

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