Scales, Tails, & Imagination EXPO

Schedule

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

737 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61103 | Rockford, IL

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Discover the wild side of science at Burpee’s all-new Scales, Tails & Innovation Expo! Experience live reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, special guests, hands-on exhibits, and an incredible vendor hall filled with creatures, art, books, and more.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday and Sunday April 11th and 12th
Time: 10am-7:00pm
Location: Burpee Museum, 737 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL
About This:
Explore the world where curiosity meets conservation at the Scales, Tails & Imagination Expo—featuring live animal encounters, conservation stories, creative exhibits, and innovative vendors celebrating reptiles, amphibians, and the power of imagination.
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737 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61103

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