Turn your next event into an unforgettable wildlife encounter with The Reptile Den! Our live animal exhibits bring fascinating reptiles and bugs to festivals, conventions, open houses, school events, museums, community celebrations, private events, and more throughout Chicagoland.

Explore at your own pace with a walk-up exhibit designed to keep guests curious and engaged. Our displays feature multiple tables of live animals, giving visitors an up-close look at their unique features and behaviors. Throughout the event, our knowledgeable handlers introduce featured animals, answer questions, and guide opportunities to safely touch or hold select species - with memorable photo opportunities along the way!

This format is best suited for multi-hour events, allowing guests to come and go, spend time with their favorite creatures, and discover something new with each visit. From curious kids to lifelong animal lovers, there’s something for everyone!

We tailor each exhibit to your venue, audience, available space, and event schedule. Our self-contained setup includes the animals, display enclosures, tables, and coverings. Our experienced team handles setup, animal care, guest interactions, and efficient breakdown. Whether you’re planning a compact indoor display or a larger festival attraction, we’ll help create an experience that fits.

Pricing is customized based on your event’s duration, location, exhibit size, and staffing needs. Contact us with your event details for a personalized quote!

Looking for something more lasting? We also offer custom-designed exhibit installations for museums, nature centers, and public attractions. These displays can include themed habitats, educational signage, and rotating featured species, creating new opportunities for guests to learn and explore.

Our team works with your venue to develop an exhibit suited to your space and educational goals, with ongoing maintenance and animal care managed by our experienced staff. From a seasonal attraction to a longer-term installation, we bring the world of reptiles to your guests through thoughtfully designed, professionally maintained displays.

Our displays have brought guests face-to-face with fascinating wildlife at some of Chicagoland’s best-known attractions, major conventions, and community events. A few of our past exhibit locations and events include:

• Kohl Children’s Museum

• Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

• 360 CHICAGO at the former John Hancock Center

• Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

• Schaumburg Convention Center

• McCormick Place

• Hyatt Regency O’Hare

• DuPage County Fairgrounds

• Midnight Terror Haunted House

• Music Box Theatre

Ready to bring the zoo to your venue? Contact us to create a custom exhibit experience!