Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo Returns With Animals, Adoptions
The Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo returns March 6–8 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. Well-behaved leashed pets and their owners are invited to explore a weekend filled with…
The Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo returns March 6–8 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. Well-behaved leashed pets and their owners are invited to explore a weekend filled with fun for both animals and humans.
According to PhillyVoice, the expo will feature live entertainment and educational programming. They include Dynamo Disc Dogs, Circus Stella's rescue dogs, Luring 101 for lure coursing, and a Rainforest Reptile Show with rare species.
Special attractions include a TICA Championship Cat Show, rabbit hopping demos, Piggyvilla pig performances, an alpaca exhibit for close-up learning, and Gus the Brahman steer, who will be available for photo ops on Saturday and Sunday.
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Animal rescues and adoptions will be profiled by on-site representatives from Brandywine Valley SPCA, Forgotten Felines No More, and Greater Philadelphia Search & Rescue.
Organizers expect more than 10,000 attendees over the three-day weekend.
Friday, March 6, is Family Night, offering free admission for kids 12 and younger. General admission for adults is $15, while children ages 4–11 pay $6. Kids 3 and younger are free. Parking also remains free at the Expo Center.
Hours for the expo are Friday, March 6, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, March 7, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is at 100 Station Ave. in Oaks. More details about the expo are available on the event's website.
