October 18-19, 2025
Saturday 10AM-5PM | Sunday 10AM-4PM
Sponsored by Zoo Med Laboratories


Madonna Inn
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
FREE Parking

Your Admission Ticket Includes:

• One-Day General Admission
  Explore everything the event has to offer with full access for the day.
  
  
• FREE Souvenir E-Photo
  Snap a pic with fun props, your new pet, or just for laughs!
  Photos are emailed to you – perfect for sharing & remembering your special day.
  
  
• Hesperia Zoo Shows with Photo Ops
  Enjoy live animal shows and get up close with animals for memorable photos!
  
  
• Door Prize Giveaways
  Get automatically entered to win exciting prizes.
  
  
• Terrarium Building Workshops
  Learn how to create the perfect habitat from reptile experts—watch and learn! Want to build your own terrarium on-site at the expo and take it home? You can upgrade to a Hands-On Terrarium Building Workshop led by LLL Reptile & Supply Co.
  
  
• Saturday Night Charity Auction
  Bid on unique items and support SCHA&R (Southern California Herpetology & Rescue)—all proceeds benefit the cause.
  
  
• Sunday 50/50 Drawing
  Win big while helping animals! Half the proceeds go to rescue efforts, half to one lucky winner.
  
  
• All-Day Reptile Encounters
  Interact with a variety of reptiles throughout the day and discover fascinating fun facts!