Important Announcement – November Show Update
After much discussion and careful consideration, the International Herpetology Society has made the difficult decision not to run the planned November show.
We know this will come as a disappointment to many, and please be assured this decision was not taken lightly.
As many of you are aware, the hobby is currently facing challenges from certain animal rights organisations who are spreading misinformation and attempting to damage the credibility of our events and venues. At this time, we believe it is vital to focus our efforts on working with a venue that will stand by us and our community, and continue to defend the hobby we all value.
Blackpool has proven itself to be such a venue, and the council appear keen to work closely with us to further strengthen and improve the show. By starting fresh in 2026, we will have the opportunity to bring you a bigger and better event that reflects the passion and dedication of our hobby.
We thank you for your understanding, patience, and continued support. Together, we can ensure the future of herpetology events remains strong.
— The International Herpetology Society