BUSINESS

Lamar-Dixon Expo Center hosts Repticon May 31 - June 1

Staff Writer
Plaquemine Post South

BATON ROUGE - Repticon, promoters of nationwide reptile and exotic animal expos, returns to Baton Rouge, bringing its unique blend of vendors, breeders, and educators to the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales.

The expo brings thousands of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, spiders and small exotic animals to area enthusiasts.

Top breeders and vendors will offer animals, merchandise, cages, supplies, live and frozen feeders, and much more, as well as their expert advice where needed.

In addition, world-class seminars by industry experts will educate and entertain. Many of the seminars feature live animals with an opportunity for guests to interact with them. Free-entry raffles are held frequently during both days of the event, offering guests the opportunity to win coveted prizes.

The doors open to the general public at 10 a.m. on Saturday, closing at 5 p.m. On Sunday, the show hours are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. VIP and advance tickets may be purchased from our website at  http://www.repticon.com/batonrouge.html.