406 shows found
COMIC CONS
& COLLECTIBLE EVENTS
Your guide to comic conventions, pop culture expos, and collectible events across the United States. From SDCC to your local comic con — find your next adventure.
85 events found
EMERALD CITY COMIC CON (ECCC)
March 5–8, 2026
Seattle, WA
The Pacific Northwest's biggest convention and one of the top 5 in the US. Known for its strong indie comics scene, incredible artist alley, and passionate community. Held at the Washington State Convention Center.
MEGACON ORLANDO
March 19–22, 2026
Orlando, FL
The Southeast's largest comic, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event. 100,000+ fans descend on the Orange County Convention Center for 4 days of celebrity guests, artist alley, cosplay contests, and massive vendor halls.
C2E2 (CHICAGO COMIC & ENTERTAINMENT EXPO)
March 27–29, 2026
Chicago, IL
Chicago's premier pop culture convention at McCormick Place. One of the top 5 cons in the US with major comic publishers, celebrity guests, incredible cosplay, and a massive show floor packed with dealers and artists.
WONDERCON
March 27–29, 2026
Anaheim, CA
SDCC's 'little sibling' — but still massive. Held at the Anaheim Convention Center, WonderCon draws 60,000+ fans with major publisher panels, celebrity guests, and a more intimate feel than San Diego. Great for families.
COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL: SAN DIEGO (SDCC)
July 22–26, 2026
San Diego, CA
The biggest comic convention in the world. 130,000+ attendees, massive Hall H panels, exclusive collectibles, and the epicenter of pop culture announcements. If you're serious about comics and collectibles, this is the Super Bowl.
NEW YORK COMIC CON (NYCC)
October 8–11, 2026
New York City, NY
The East Coast's biggest pop culture event at the Javits Center. 200,000+ attendees across 4 days. Major publisher panels, celebrity guests, and one of the largest show floors in the country for comics, toys, and collectibles.
AWESOME CON
March 13–15, 2026
Washington, DC
The nation's capital gets its own major convention at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Comics, cosplay, gaming, and celebrity guests in the heart of DC.
FAN EXPO CLEVELAND
March 13–15, 2026
Cleveland, OH
Part of the Fan Expo HQ circuit. Comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming converge in Cleveland for a weekend of celebrity guests, cosplay, and vendor shopping.
GALAXYCON RICHMOND
March 19–22, 2026
Richmond, VA
Part of the GalaxyCon traveling circuit. Comics, anime, gaming, celebrity guests, and cosplay in Virginia's capital city.
PAX EAST
March 26–29, 2026
Boston, MA
One of the biggest gaming conventions in the US. While gaming-focused, PAX East features a massive expo hall with collectibles, comics vendors, and pop culture merchandise alongside the latest in video games and tabletop gaming.
PLANET COMICON
March 27–29, 2026
Kansas City, MO
The Midwest's largest multi-fandom pop culture convention. Three days of comics, cosplay, gaming, celebrity guests, and one of the best vendor halls in the region.
MOTOR CITY COMICON
May 15–17, 2026
Novi, MI
Michigan's longest-running comic convention. A true comic book show with massive dealer rooms, original art, and a strong focus on the medium itself.
GALAXYCON OKLAHOMA CITY
May 22–24, 2026
Oklahoma City, OK
GalaxyCon brings its traveling pop culture experience to Oklahoma City. Celebrity guests, comics, cosplay, and gaming.
HEROESCON
June 12–14, 2026
Charlotte, NC
Founded in 1982, HeroesCon is a comics-first convention that honors the tradition and creativity at the heart of comic books. Legendary artist alley, massive back-issue dealers, original art, and creator signings. A must for serious comic collectors.
ANIME EXPO
July 2–5, 2026
Los Angeles, CA
The largest anime convention in North America. 100,000+ attendees, Japanese pop culture, manga, cosplay, and a massive exhibit hall with collectibles and merchandise.
FLORIDA SUPERCON
July 10–12, 2026
Miami Beach, FL
South Florida's largest pop culture convention at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, and celebrity guests in a tropical setting.
GALAXYCON NEW ORLEANS
July 10–12, 2026
New Orleans, LA
GalaxyCon brings its traveling pop culture experience to the Big Easy. Celebrity guests, comics, cosplay, and gaming in one of America's most unique cities.
GALAXYCON RALEIGH
July 23–26, 2026
Raleigh, NC
One of GalaxyCon's flagship events in the Research Triangle. 4 days of celebrity guests, comics, cosplay, and gaming.
FAN EXPO BOSTON
August 7–9, 2026
Boston, MA
New England's biggest pop culture event. Part of the Fan Expo circuit with major celebrity guests, comics, cosplay, and gaming across a massive show floor.
FAN EXPO CHICAGO
August 14–16, 2026
Chicago, IL
Chicago's summer pop culture convention. Part of the Fan Expo circuit with celebrity guests, comics, gaming, and cosplay.
D23
August 14–16, 2026
Anaheim, CA
Disney's official fan event. Major Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and Disney announcements. Exclusive collectibles and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for Disney fans.
GALAXYCON SAN JOSE
August 21–23, 2026
San Jose, CA
GalaxyCon's Bay Area stop. Silicon Valley meets pop culture with celebrity guests, comics, and cosplay.
DRAGON CON
September 3–7, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta's legendary Labor Day weekend convention spanning multiple downtown hotels. 80,000+ attendees, famous parade through downtown, 24-hour programming, and one of the best cosplay scenes in the world.
ROSE CITY COMIC CON
September 11–13, 2026
Portland, OR
Portland's biggest pop culture event. Strong indie comics presence, great cosplay community, and a welcoming atmosphere that reflects Portland's creative spirit.
EVENT TIER GUIDE
Your Guide to Comic Cons in 2026
Comic conventions are more than just events — they are pilgrimages for fans of comics, collectibles, and pop culture. Whether you are hunting for rare variant covers, getting your graded slabs signed by the artist, or just soaking in the cosplay and energy, there is a con for every level of fandom.
Our 2026 guide covers 85 events across 41 states, from the massive San Diego Comic-Con and New York Comic Con to growing regional favorites like GalaxyCon's traveling circuit and Fan Expo's multi-city events. We have organized every event into four tiers so you can quickly identify which cons are worth the trip.
For trading card collectors, comic cons offer unique opportunities to find exclusive variants, meet artists who design card sets, and discover dealers with inventory you will not find online. Many larger cons feature dedicated collectibles sections with grading companies offering on-site submissions. If you are a Marvel card collector, conventions are the perfect place to find chase cards, artist proofs, and one-of-one sketch cards.
Pro tip: Pair a comic con visit with a nearby card show from our directory above for the ultimate collector weekend. Many cities host both types of events on the same weekends.
Event information compiled from comicconventionlist.com, upcomingcons.com, conventionscene.com, and thepopverse.com. Dates and details are subject to change — always verify with the event organizer before attending.
Last updated: March 2026 | Covers March - December 2026
Find Sports Card Shows Near You in 2026
Whether you are a seasoned collector hunting for vintage gems or a newcomer exploring the hobby, attending a sports card show is one of the best ways to buy, sell, and trade cards in person. Our comprehensive directory lists 406 card shows across 37 states from March through December 2026, making it easy to find events near you.
Sports card shows range from small local gatherings with 20-30 tables to massive multi-day expos featuring 500+ dealers. The highlight of the 2026 show calendar is the 46th National Sports Collectors Convention (NSCC) in Rosemont, Illinois, with over 2,000 dealer tables. Other major events include the Dallas Card Show, Front Row Card Shows touring multiple cities, and regional favorites like the Pittsburgh 500 and Baltimore Card Show.
At card shows you will find everything from modern releases like 2025 Topps Chrome and Panini Prizm to vintage treasures from the 1950s-1980s. Many shows also feature Pokemon, Marvel, Star Wars, and other trading card games. Grading companies like PSA, BGS, SGC, AGS, and CGC often have on-site submission services at larger events.
255 shows in our directory offer free admission, making it easy to explore the hobby without any upfront cost. Each listing includes the venue address with a Google Maps link for directions, show hours, table counts, admission prices, and direct contact information including websites, email, and phone numbers.
This directory is brought to you by Northland Legendary Finds, your source for premium Marvel trading card repacks. Whether you are attending a show in person or shopping online, we are here to help you find the cards you love. See you at the next show!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find sports card shows near me?
Use the search bar at the top of this directory to search by city, state, or show name. You can also click any state abbreviation in the quick-nav bar to jump directly to shows in that state. Each listing includes a 'Directions' link that opens Google Maps for easy navigation.
Are sports card shows free to attend?
Many sports card shows offer free admission — in fact, 255 of the 406 shows in our directory are free to attend. Shows that do charge admission typically range from $2 to $15, with some larger expos charging up to $25-$35 for multi-day passes.
What should I bring to a sports card show?
Bring cash (many vendors prefer it), your trade binder if you want to trade, penny sleeves and top loaders to protect purchases, a backpack or bag, and a list of cards you're looking for. Some shows also accept card payments, but cash is king at most card shows.
What types of cards can I find at sports card shows?
Sports card shows feature a wide variety of trading cards including baseball, football, basketball, hockey, soccer, and non-sport cards like Pokemon, Marvel, Star Wars, and anime TCGs. You'll find vintage cards, modern releases, graded cards (PSA, BGS, SGC, AGS, CGC), autographed cards, game-used memorabilia cards, and sealed hobby boxes and packs.
How often is this card show directory updated?
This directory is compiled from Sports Collectors Digest, TCDB.com, and major show promoters. We update it regularly as new shows are announced. You can also submit your own show using the 'Submit Your Show' form. Always verify dates and details with the show organizer before attending.
What is the biggest sports card show in 2026?
The 46th National Sports Collectors Convention (NSCC) is the biggest card show of 2026, taking place July 29 - August 3 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. It features 2,000+ dealer tables and is the premier event in the hobby.
Show information compiled from Sports Collectors Digest, TCDB.com, and major show promoters. Dates, times, and details are subject to change — always verify with the show organizer before attending. Have a show to add? Submit it here.
Last updated: March 2026 | Covers March 1 - December 31, 2026