Last year was a difficult time for anyone who was interested in attending a convention of any kind. It was especially difficult for those who like to buy, sell and trade trading cards and collectibles. This year, there will be a lot more opportunities to attend conventions and gatherings so that you can meet with experts in the field or make friends with people who have a similar hobby. Here are some of the top ones to consider seeing.
June 4 to June 6 2021
Chicago Sports Spectacular
Chicago, Illinois
This large convention will be an ideal place for anyone who is interested in sports cards, trading cards and collectibles. There will be people from all over the country and world attending this event. There will be hundreds of vendors selling, buying, trading and displaying their valuables for the general public. You can find everything you ever dreamed of from autographs to collector rings and more.
June 19 2021
The Flip
Birmingham, Alabama
This is a great event to see if you live in the South and are interested in collecting trading cards and sports memorabilia. The admission for this event is only five dollars, so you can bring all of your friends and family with you. It will features authenticators, collectors, dealers, and more.
June 26 2021
Solano Town Center
Fairfield, California
This local event is a great option for those who are looking for a less crowded gathering of sports collection hobbyists. While it is a smaller version of some of the larger gatherings, it is a great place for beginners to get some experience in the world of sports collecting. It requires only a one dollar admission fee, so it is a great opportunity to share your hobby with your children.
July 3 2021
Sportscard Show
Enfield, Connecticut
This local show will only last for one day, so all interested parties should make arrangements so that they can attend. While it may be smaller than other venues, it offers the perfect place for hobbyists to make friends, form connections and network with others in their field. Admission to this show is only one dollar and it will go to the American Legion Hall.
July 9 to July 11 2021
The Chantilly Show
Chantilly, Virginia
This is a large and sought after convention for people to attend. It will have a live auction where people can bid on any item that they dream of. It is a great way to get autographed cards and other collectibles at a great price. There is only a ten dollar admission to attend this wonderful event.
July 28 to August 2 2021
National Sports Collectors Convention
Chicago, Illinois
If you are a sports fan, this is a must see event. It has everything that a sports collector or sports fan would want to see. From autographs to trophies to cards and more, this event will be a highlight of the year. This convention will allow collectors, fans, dealers, and athletes to come together to experience the nostalgia of years ago. This show will have rare items that you may never get the chance to see again.
September 19
Sports Card & Collectible Show
Wilmington, Delaware
This show will take place at the Chambers Memorial Hall in Delaware. Admission is only two dollars for all attendees. This show will offer the perfect opportunity for hobbyists to engage with others in their field, trade their collectibles, buy and sell trading cards and more. It will be a great opportunity for anyone in the northeast region to come together.
October 16 to October 17 2021
Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York
This convention will host over three hundred different tables with vendors from all over the world. You can see everything that you are hoping too because the show is open from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday. It is a great way to spend a weekend. This show offers free admission for children under the age of 12. It will host an auction, authentication companies and experts in the field.
November 2021
White Plains Memorabilia Show
White Plains, New York
This show is tentatively scheduled for November of 2021 depending on Covid restrictions in the state. This show will be hosted in the Westchester County Center and will offer hobbyists the chance to bid on items during a live auction and get their valuables appraised and authenticated by an authentication company. This show will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
