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Repticon Charlotte
Cabarrus Arena & Event Center - Frozen Cobra
August 24 & 25, 2013
Cabarrus Arena & Events Center

About the Repticon Charlotte Show:
Two years in the making, Repticon Charlotte is reality! In 2007, Repticon scrapped original plans to come to Charlotte, North Carolina. However, demand for that barely announced show was high, as was the need for a premium reptile & exotic animal show in the largest metro area of the Carolinas. An excellent new venue was found just north of Charlotte, and in February 2009 Repticon held a Valentine's Day weekend show! The show was a smashing success and very popular with the large local reptile community. The show returned that fall, and again in following years to great acclaim. This show is now a new Repticon regular, so check back for further updates as Repticon Charlotte develops into 2013 and beyond for Charlotte area herpers!



  • Times & Locations
  • Shows & Activities
  • Hotel Information
  • Tickets
  • Vendor Information
  • FAQ
   
Dates: August 24 & 25, 2013
   
   
Location: Cabarrus Arena & Events Center
  4751 Highway 49 North
Concord, NC 28025
Mapclick for map
 
*Note some GPS Devices require the following alternate address for the Cabarrus Arena:
4551 Old Airport Rd, Concord, NC 28025 
   
Hours: Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm (VIP Entry at 9:00 am)
  Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm (No VIP Early Entry)
   
   
Presentations: Plan your day around events happening at these times! (Events & Times Subject to Change)
These are Events & Activities at the January 2013 Show.
Check back for the Next Show!
   
  Saturday
  11:00 am - Southeastern Exotics - Leopard Geckos
  12:00 pm - Cold Blooded Encounters - Live Animal Presentations
  1:00 pm - Carolina Designer Dragons - Live Bearded Dragons
  2:00 pm - Top Hat Exotics - Choosing the Best Pet for You
  3:00 pm - Cold Blooded Encounters - Live Animal Presentations
  4:00 pm - Carolina Dart Frogs - Live Frog Presentation
   
  Sunday
  11:00 am - Southeastern Exotics - Leopard Geckos
  12:00 pm - Cold Blooded Encounters - Live Animal Presentations
  1:00 pm - Carolina Designer Dragons - Live Bearded Dragons
  2:00 pm - Lake Norman Herp Society - Responsible Pet Care
  3:00 pm - Carolina Dart Frogs - Live Frog Presentation
   
   
   
   
These are Events & Activities from the January 2013 Show
Check back for the Next Show!
Exoterra Product!
ExoTerra Door Prize Raffle

Thanks to Sponsorship from ExoTerra Repticon will again have one of its greatest Door Prize Raffles ever!  Raffles will be held every hour for multiple prizes throughout the weekend.  Most of the high end products are being held for the special VIP raffle, reserved for those guests who purchase two-day VIP tickets and enter an hour early on Saturday.  Spectacular sponsorship prizes are expected, such as entire ExoTerra Habitat set-ups, and large cage decor such as Waterfalls and Rock Outcrops!  VIP Tickets are available for pre-purchase.  Come out early and be a Repticon VIP guest!

Zoo Med!

Tote Bag Sponsor - Zoo Med!



Thanks to Sponsorship from Zoo Med, early VIP guests to the show will receive a Zoo Med tote bag with product samples, while supplies last! These bags are only available to guests who purchase their VIP tickets online. Check to our tickets page here for information on purchasing an early entry VIP two day ticket!


Turtle Shack



Visit Repticon Sponsor Turtle Shack!




Feeder Source

Feeder Rodents!

Hungry Herps? Get your feeder rodents at Repticon from Feeder Source! To insure the availablity of the feeders you might need, if you would like to place a pre-order from them for pickup at the show contact them here

Premium Crickets

Feeder Insects

Mike Houtzager of Premium Crickets will have them! And your Herps are Hungry! So get them at Repticon!



While at the Show Visit Repticon Sponsor Sand Boa Morphs and learn the joy of keeping Sand Boas!


Cold Blooded Encounters and Reptile Zoo!

Cold Blooded Encounters and Reptile Zoo offers exciting and educational presentations with a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates.  Do you want to make your next party a little wild?  Feed a tortoise, hold a snake, see some fasinating bugs.  Your guests will never forget these wild adventures!  These programs are great for birthday parties, schools, libraries, scout groups and more.   Best of all you can join them at Repticon and meet some of their exciting collection.  All you kids (and kids at heart) be sure to be at the stage for a chance to hold some awesome animals!   Visit them at their booth or see their website for more information. 


Carolina Dragons

Carolina Designer Dragons Presents: Bearded Dragons!

Lynn Benjamin from Carolina Designer Dragons will be on hand to share her knowledge on the proper care of Australia's most famous export, the Bearded Dragon!

Get advice from one of the East Coast's top dragon breeders on how to set up and care for these popular pets.

Leo
Leopard Geckos with Southeastern Exotics!


Southeastern Exotics are expert breeders of one of the most popular lizard species in the hobby today, the Leopard Gecko. Catch their presentation to learn what these beautiful animals are all about, how you can best care for them, and what makes a rewarding Leopard Gecko experience. Plus, you'll see many of the top animals Southeastern Exotics has produced!

Monitor


Lake Norman Herpetological Society

Representatives from the Lake Norman Herpetological Society will be giving a presentation at Charlotte about their club and coaching on responsible pet care. Come learn from them and see their live reptiles and be prepared to take photos!


Carolina Dart Frogs


Dart Frogs & More!

Stop by the presentation by Carolina Dart Frogs to learn about these beautiful creatures and all the expert tips and techniques on how to best set up a habitat and keep them happy and healthy!



Top Hat Gecko



Top Hat Exotics!


Join Top Hat Exotics as they guide you through a journey into pet ownership, helping you choose the best pet that is right for you, and also how care for various animals once they reach adult size. Prepare yourself and your pets, with Top Hat Exotics!




Reptile Surrender Station - Saturday Only!

CCSB Reptile Rescue and Rehab Center
will be set up as a no hassle surrender station were you can turn your snake, lizard, turtle, or tortoise over to this responsible organization with "no questions asked." CCSB will be at the show on Saturday only.


Sleep Here!



Microtel Inn & Suites

3113 Cloverleaf Pkwy
Kannapolis, NC 28083
704.782.2300

$50.00 + tax (Double Queens or King) or $55.00 + tax (Suite), Based on Availability

Rates  per Tony Jackson for Repticon

Complimentary Continental Breakfast
Mention your reservation is for the Cabarrus Arena "Repticon" Event

Sleep Here!


Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

2491 Wonder Drive
Kannapolis, NC 28083
704-743-1080 main

$89.00 + tax (Mention Repticon for Rate)

Call Hotel Directly to Make Your Reservation

Located in a Walmart Shopping Center
Only 24 Double Queens Available
Complimentary Buffet Breakfast


Are you Sleepy?



Hampton Inn & Suites, Concord (Exit 49, I-85)

9850 Weddington Road Extension
Concord, NC 28027
Hotel:
704-979-5600

Rates are:  Standard $95.00 + tax; Whirlpool $105.00 + tax; Suites $115.00 plus tax

Call Hotel Directly for Reservations

For More Info Review the Flyer Here


   
  Repticon is pleased to offer 3 Ticket Options:
   
Online VIP Tickets: Good for Both Show Days.
  Includes VIP Hour - Early Admission at 9am on Saturday Only!
  $12 (Adult), $5 (Ages 5-12), ages 4 and under are free.
  Best Ticket Value!
  Product samples from ZooMed where available and while supplies last
  Exclusive online purchase - click here!
    Green Ticket
   
  All Online VIP tickets are held for pickup at our VIP check-in table at the event under the name entered on the online form during purchase, and are not mailed.
   
   
Two Day Tickets: May be Purchased at the Door.
  Good for both days and VIP hour admission.
  Does not include ZooMed bag premium or the online discount.
  $15 (Adult), $5 (Ages 5-12), ages 4 and under are free.
   
   
One Day Tickets: Available only at the door.
  Are not sold until 10am on Saturday.
  Do not include Saturday early VIP entry.
  $10 (Adult), $5 (Ages 5-12), ages 4 and under are free.
   
   
   
Book Tables: Click HERE for Vendor Booking Form
   
Review Vendor Rules: Click HERE for Vendor Rules
   
Review State Requirments: Click HERE for North Carolina Laws
   
   
Vendor Contact: Mid-Atlantic Shows Vendor Coordinator (MD, NC, SC, GA, TN, VA)
  Monica VanderWaal
  (864) 977-1447
  monica@repticon.com
   
   
Table Cost: Two Day Shows
  $95 - One Table
  $75 - Each Additional Table
  $250 - Four Table Package
  $30 - Extra "Back" Table (*limit one per vendor & two table minimum required*)
   
  Electric is included in the costs above.
   
   
Two Day Show Schedule for Vendors:  
  Friday
  2:00pm- 8:00pm Vendor Load-In
  8:00pm- Building is secured. Event staff remains in the venue.
   
  Saturday
  7:00am- 9:00am- Vendor Load-In
  9:00am- Show opens to VIPs only
  10:00am- SHOW OPENS TO GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET HOLDERS.
  3:00pm- Table Payment Due
  5:00pm- Show closes
  5:30pm- Exhibitors exit, event staff remains.
   
  Sunday
  9:00am- Venue open to Exhibitors.
  10:00am- SHOW OPENS.
  4:00pm- Show closes
  4:00pm- 6:00pm- Vendor load-out.
   

FAQ

Thank you for visiting the Repticon FAQ page. The first question we get is “What does FAQ stand for?” Frequently Asked Questions.... If the answer to your question isn’t on the page please shoot us an email at justin@repticon.com or visit our contacts page.

Vendor Questions:

Q. Are there any restrictions on the products or animals that can be sold at Repticon?

A. All animals must be healthy and legal to sell within the state. Vendors who intentionally and repeatedly offer illegal or unhealthy animals for sale may be banned from future shows.

Q. What is something is stolen from my table?

A. Each exhibitor is expected to appropriately display their materials and staff their tables in order to prohibit shoplifting or theft. Repticon is not responsible for any theft before, during, or after each event. If you see something that doesn’t look right please tell us ASAP...DO NOT WAIT TILL THE END OF THE SHOW!

Q. How do I book tables at the show? Do I have to pre-pay?

A. To book tables at a Repticon show, either utilize the online booking form here, or contact the Vendor Coordinator for the state in which the show is held, listed here. Although pre-payment is appreciated, vendors in good standing who have vended at prior Repticon expos are not require to pre-pay for tables.

Vendors who have never vended at a Repticon expo must submit a $50 deposit upon booking to secure tables. This $50 deposit is credited towards the total payment due at the show. (For example, a first-time vendor booking one table must submit $50 upon booking, with a balance due of $45 at the show.)

Q. Do I need a banner and fancy neon sign?

A. Neon sign no, but =ach exhibitor is expected to create a professional, attractive display area in their space. It is now mandatory that Vendors must have a tablecloth to cover all their tables. If necessary, Repticon will provide them at $3 per table.

Q. Can I let guests hold the animals?

A. Exhibitors who choose to remove non-venomous animals from their enclosures or allow guests to handle their animals are responsible for maintaining control of the animals at all time. Each exhibitor is exclusively liable for any damage to property or personal injury resulting from handling of their live animals on the host facility premises.

Q. An animal escaped...it was my mom’s favorite! What do I do?

A. Each exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that no animals leave their exhibit area unless under the control of an employee or customer. Each vendor is responsible for recapturing any escaped animals without unreasonable disruption to other exhibitors or guests. Any escaped animals must be immediately reported to Repticon. Any lost animals that are found after event hours or after the event closes become the property of Repticon, with no obligation for return to the original owner.

Q. Are there restrictions about Wild-Caught Animals?

A. There is no restriction regarding the sale of legal, wild-caught animals. Exhibitors are not required to display any particular signage, but are required to disclose any pertinent information to interested guests, including whether a particular animal is wild-caught or captive bred.

Guest Questions:

Q. Can I bring beer or funny drugs to the show?

A. No Alcoholic beverages or Illegal Drugs are allowed in any Repticon Show and WE WILL ASK YOU TO LEAVE.

Q. Can I hold an animal at the show?

A. Each exhibitor is different so please ask before touching and always use hand sanitizer!

Q. Can I bring my personal animals to Repticon?

A. Guests can bring up to two animals inside the event. We feel strongly that this interaction will provide guests with an additional opportunity to engage in discussion with exhibitors and will generate excitement among event attendees. Animals brought by guests to the event must be in good health and under their control at all times. Any guests who violate that policy will be asked to leave the show.

Q. Can I sell my personal animals at the show?

A. Guests may not bring animals into the event for the purpose of selling them at the event, as only show vendors with appropriate permits may sell animals. Any guests who violate that policy will be asked to leave the show.

Q. Can I bring a venomous animal to a show?

A. Even though we have “Hot” Shows, Hots are never allowed to be brought in to our shows. We have very strict protocols that we follow and want to guarantee the safety of all our guests and exhibitors.

Q. How much are tickets?

A. You can purchase tickets HERE.

Q. You give away FREE animals on FaceBook! How do I win?

A. To learn more about our photo contests click HERE.

Q. I think an animal is sick or has mites...what do I do?

A. First, talk to the vendor. If you need more assistance you can always talk to one of the Repticon staff at the Info Booth.

Q. Please tell me, just one more time, what are the show hours?

A. Show hours are: Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm (VIP Entry at 9:00 am) and Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm (No VIP Early Entry)

 

 

 









Charlotte Layout
  • Exhibitors by Name
  • Exhibitors by Location

Exhibitors from the January 2013 Charlotte Show

Check back for the Next Show's List.

*Subject to change*

Vendor
Acme
Arachnids RVA
Cahaba River Reptiles
Carolina Classic Dragons
Carolina Dart Frogs
Carolina Designer Dragons
CCSB Reptile Rescue & Rehab
Cold Blooded Cages
Cold Blooded Encounters
ColdBlooded Novelties
Dennis Thomas
Discovery Pets
East Coast Reptile Breeders
ElectricMorphs
Exotic Kingdom
Exotic Reptiles and Cuisine
Fat Boy's Ball Pythons
Feeder Source
Fleming Reptiles
Full Spectrum Reptiles
Gaia Exotics
Griffin Avian & Ex. Vet. Hospital
Lake Norman Herp Society
Mama Cat's Creations
MD Reptiles and Rescue
Media Star Promotions
Myatt's Monsters
N.E.W.T.S
New Generation Pets
Ophidian's Lair
Out of Eden Reptiles
Premium Crickets
Primeval Beauty
Rainbows by Design
Robinette Reptiles
Royal Reptilia
SandBoaMorphs.com
Sky To Sea Pet Shop
Soul Frogs
SouthEasternExotics.com
Sugar Gliders R' Us
SuitCase Event Photography
Sulffolk Selects
Thirty-One
Top Hat Exotics
Booth Number
H (1-4)
P (18-20)
B (10)
B (5)
P (36-37)
D (1-4)
P (17)
E (1-6, 13, 14)
H (9-15)
B (6-9)
P (35)
F (1-16)
H (5-8)
C (10)
G (1-5, 12)
E (7-12)
P (32-33)
C (1-4)
A (5-10)
I (1-12)
P (28-29)
P (34)
G (13)
P (11-12)
P (9-10)
C (5)
D (13-16)
P (21-24)
P (13)
P (38-39)
P (14)
B (1-4)
P (7-8)
P (30-31)
D (5-8)
A (1-4)
P (5-6)
G (7-10)
P (15)
C (6-9)
G (6)
P (25-26)
D (9-12)
P (16)
H (16)

Exhibitors from the January 2013 Charlotte Show

Check back for the Next Show's List.

*Subject to change*

Booth Number
A (1-4)
A (5-10)
B (1-4)
B (10)
B (5)
B (6-9)
C (1-4)
C (10)
C (5)
C (6-9)
D (1-4)
D (13-16)
D (5-8)
D (9-12)
E (1-6, 13, 14)
E (7-12)
F (1-16)
G (1-5, 12)
G (13)
G (6)
G (7-10)
H (1-4)
H (16)
H (5-8)
H (9-15)
I (1-12)
P (11-12)
P (13)
P (14)
P (15)
P (16)
P (17)
P (18-20)
P (21-24)
P (25-26)
P (28-29)
P (30-31)
P (32-33)
P (34)
P (35)
P (36-37)
P (38-39)
P (5-6)
P (7-8)
P (9-10)
Vendor
Royal Reptilia
Fleming Reptiles
Premium Crickets
Cahaba River Reptiles
Carolina Classic Dragons
ColdBlooded Novelties
Feeder Source
ElectricMorphs
Media Star Promotions
SouthEasternExotics.com
Carolina Designer Dragons
Myatt's Monsters
Robinette Reptiles
Sulffolk Selects
Cold Blooded Cages
Exotic Reptiles and Cuisine
Discovery Pets
Exotic Kingdom
Lake Norman Herp Society
Sugar Gliders R' Us
Sky To Sea Pet Shop
Acme
Top Hat Exotics
East Coast Reptile Breeders
Cold Blooded Encounters
Full Spectrum Reptiles
Mama Cat's Creations
New Generation Pets
Out of Eden Reptiles
Soul Frogs
Thirty-One
CCSB Reptile Rescue & Rehab
Arachnids RVA
N.E.W.T.S
SuitCase Event Photography
Gaia Exotics
Rainbows by Design
Fat Boy's Ball Pythons
Griffin Avian & Ex. Vet. Hospital
Dennis Thomas
Carolina Dart Frogs
Ophidian's Lair
SandBoaMorphs.com
Primeval Beauty
MD Reptiles and Rescue