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June 23, 2025

Top 10 Sports Card Shows in the U.S. for 2025, Calendar, Tips & What To Know

2025 Sports Card Show Calendar

Rank Show Dates Location Notes
1. The National Sports Collectors Convention (NSCC) Jul 30–Aug 3, 2025 Rosemont (Chicago), IL Donald E Stephens Convention Center Biggest U.S. card show – 500+ dealers, VIP passes, autograph guests; general GA $25–$30reddit.com+10nsccshow.com+10nsccshow.com+10
2. Dallas Card Show (Allen, TX) July 3–6, 2025 Marriott Dallas/Allen Convention Center Allen, TX Largest recurring show – 700+ tables; GA $15/day, VIP/All‑Access passes 
3. Burbank Card Show TBD – typically Fall 2025 Ontario, CA Hosted by Burbank Sports Cards West‑Coast hub; strong vintage and modern mix; check host site for schedule
4. Culture Collision TBD (annually in Atlanta, GA) Atlanta, GA Blends cards, sneakers, memorabilia Youth-driven crossover event with pop culture tie-ins
5. East Coast National TBD 2025 White Plains, NY Metro NY venue Established East Coast show with vintage, high-end modern
6. Chicago Sports Spectacular Spring & Fall 2025 Rosemont, IL Suburb of Chicago 300–400 tables, autograph guests, consistent regional favorite
7. Midwest Monster TBD 2025 Indianapolis, IN Large Midwest show Known for loyal collector base, competitive trades
8. The Philly Show TBD 2025 Oaks, PA Philadelphia metro Solid mix of vintage, autograph signers, long-standing
9. Tampa Card Show TBD 2025 Tampa, FL Regional Florida event Growing show with vintage, Pokémon/TCG crossover
10. New England Card Show TBD 2025 Springfield, MA Largest in Northeast outside NY Regional favorite with diverse card and memorabilia selection

🔎 Noteworthy Mentions

  • ShipShow (Nashville, TN) – Rising event with strong momentum

  • H‑Town Card Show (Houston, TX) – Expanding attendance and dealers

  • SoCal Card Show – Trendy for modern card collectors and slab hunters

  • Las Vegas Card Show – Popular among breakers and hobby influencers

How to Use This Calendar

  • Block early: The NSCC is the biggest, must-attend event—July 30–Aug 3 in Rosemontreddit.com+1cenlanow.com+1.

  • Regional flexibility: Dallas Card Show, held multiple times yearly—next major one July 3–6, 2025reddit.com+15dallascardshow.com+15dallascardshow.com+15.

  • Stay up to date: For shows with TBD dates (Burbank, Atlanta, Chicago, etc.), monitor official or hobby media sites—they often release schedules seasonally.

Tips for Show-Ready Planning

  • Tickets: Book early—notably for the NSCC, where VIPs and general pre-sales close around late June 2025nsccshow.com+2nsccshow.com+2cenlanow.com+2.

  • Travel and lodging: For large shows like NSCC and Dallas, special hotel blocks are often available through the show sites.

  • Engage in live content: Shows like Dallas often feature live breaks—check community streams (e.g., Whatnot) for remote participation reddit.com+1reddit.com+1.