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Huntington, WV · Pet expo
2026-10-25 – 2026-10-25 · Marshall Health Network Arena — Convention Center
Public exotic-pet expo with reptile and small-animal vendors, supplies and a Halloween costume contest. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor pet rules with the organizer.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Gulfport, MS · Community event
2026-10-27 – 2026-10-27 · Humane Society of South Mississippi
Halloween community event hosted at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Visitor pets: Confirm visitor pet rules with the organizer.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Detroit, MI · Community event
2026-10-28 – 2026-10-28 · Detroit Public Library — Edison Branch
Public pet-care conversation with shelter advocates and food for dogs and cats. Visitor pets: Not published
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Washington, DC · Community event
2026-10-29 – 2026-10-29 · Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown — Courtyard Bar
Canine Halloween gathering with costumes, dog treats and prizes. Visitor pets: Canine companions welcome
Pets WelcomeEvent details →Bedford, NH · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-30 – 2026-10-30 · Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire
Paint and decorate a dog- or cat-inspired wooden welcome sign to support shelter animals. Visitor pets: Not published
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Burlington, VT · Community event
2026-10-31 – 2026-10-31 · Church Street Marketplace — Leahy Block outside Homeport
Outdoor canine costume contest, open to participants and spectators. Visitor pets: Dogs invited; register to compete
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Danville, IN · Cat show
2026-10-31 – 2026-10-31 · Hendricks County Fairgrounds
Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. Announced attractions: Pet Costume contest at 1:00pm. 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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Lincoln, NE · Animal exhibition
2026-10-31 – 2026-10-31 · Sandhills Global Event Center
Public reptile marketplace with breeders, animals and husbandry supplies. Visitor pets: Leave visitor pets at home.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Columbia, SC · Pet expo
2026-10-31 – 2026-11-01 · Jamil Temple
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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Sarasota, FL · Pet expo
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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Salem, NH · Rescue fundraiser
2026-10-31 – 2026-10-31 · Field of Dreams Park
Halloween run and walk supporting Salem Animal Rescue League. Costumes are encouraged. Visitor pets: Dogs must be leashed, vaccinated, controlled and comfortable around people and dogs.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Baton Rouge, LA · Rescue fundraiser
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-01 · Downtown Baton Rouge
Dog-friendly festival raising funds for Companion Animal Alliance, with beer tasting, food and music. Visitor pets: Dog-friendly event
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Inverness, FL · Pet expo
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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Kissimmee, FL · Animal exhibition
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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Detroit, MI · Adoption fair
2026-11-05 – 2026-11-05 · Detroit Animal Care and Control
Extended public shelter hours to meet adoptable dogs. Visitor pets: Not published
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Pittsburgh, PA · Pet expo
2026-11-06 – 2026-11-08 · David L. Lawrence Convention Center
A public pet expo with vendors, animal demonstrations and rescue organizations. Visitor pets are subject to the organizer’s age, health, vaccination and leash requirements.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Golden, CO · Animal exhibition
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-08 · Jeffco Fairgrounds
Public reptile marketplace with breeders, animals and husbandry supplies. Visitor pets: Leave visitor pets at home.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Tampa, FL · Pet expo
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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Ventura, CA · Cat show
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-07 · Ventura County Fairgrounds
Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. 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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Mansfield, OH · Cat show
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-08 · Richland County Fairground
Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. 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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Costa Mesa, CA · Pet expo
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-08 · OC Fair & Event 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.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Tysons Corner, VA · Animal exhibition
2026-11-08 – 2026-11-08 · Tysons Corner Marriott
Public saltwater aquarium and coral show for reef hobbyists, featuring coral vendors, aquarium equipment and opportunities to speak with exhibitors. The event centers on corals and reef aquariums. Visitor pets: Visitor pet rules were not confirmed on the checked event page; ask the organizer before bringing an animal.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →West Springfield, MA · Equestrian event
2026-11-12 – 2026-11-15 · Eastern States Exposition
A public equestrian exposition with educational sessions, breed exhibits and a trade show. Evening Fantasia performances require separate tickets. Confirm the event’s entrance and visitor-animal rules before travel.
Check With OrganizerEvent details →Seguin, TX · Cat show
2026-11-14 – 2026-11-15 · Seguin Events Complex Coliseum
Public CFA cat show with breed judging and opportunities to view entered cats. Announced attractions: Cat Costume contest both days at noon. 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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