Bring the whole family to brave Charleston’s largest gathering of scaly creatures and slithery critters. Repticon 2018 takes place in the Omar Shrine Convention Center and features thousands of exotic animals you won't find anywhere else in the area, not to mention a parade of specialty vendors offering reptilian feeders, cages, supplies, and more. Enjoy up-close animal encounters, seminars, and demonstrations, with adoption opportunities on site for those who wish to take home a unique new pet. Omar Shrine Convention Center, 176 Patriots Point St., Mount Pleasant. Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm. $10; $5 for child under 12; free for child under 5. repitcon.com