Thousands of Reptiles on Display at Sacramento Reptile Show

Annual event features live alligators, snakes, and more at Cal Expo this weekend.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 4:08am

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A bold, stylized grid of neon-colored silkscreen snake illustrations, conceptually representing the vibrant reptile showcase at the annual Sacramento event.The Sacramento Reptile Show celebrates the diversity and wonder of reptiles through an immersive pop art experience.Today in Sacramento

The Sacramento Reptile Show is taking place this weekend at Cal Expo, featuring over 3,000 reptiles from around the world on display. The two-day event includes live animals, reptile breeders, shops selling habitats and care products, and hands-on educational exhibits.

Why it matters

The Sacramento Reptile Show is one of the largest reptile exhibits in Northern California, providing an opportunity for the public to learn about and interact with a wide variety of reptile species. The event aims to educate attendees and help overcome fears or misconceptions about reptiles.

The details

In addition to the thousands of reptiles on display, the show will feature a live 10-foot alligator. Attendees can touch and observe snakes, as well as browse exhibits from reptile breeders and shops selling habitats and care products. The event also includes a hands-on education center to teach visitors about reptiles.

  • The show runs Saturday and Sunday, April 19-20, 2026.
  • On Saturday, the event was open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • On Sunday, the show will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The players

Jeremy Epstein

A coordinator for The Sacramento Reptile Show.

Cal Expo

The event venue located in Sacramento, California.

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What they’re saying

“The only way to get educated is to expose yourself to new experiences. You can touch a snake, you can see a snake. You can do whatever you need to do to get over your fears or concerns.”

— Jeremy Epstein, Coordinator, The Sacramento Reptile Show

The takeaway

The Sacramento Reptile Show provides a unique opportunity for the public to learn about and interact with a diverse array of reptiles, helping to overcome common fears and misconceptions about these fascinating creatures.