The West Coast Card Show is the single largest trading card and collectibles convention in the Western United States, and the 2026 Anaheim edition—July 16–19 at the Anaheim Convention Center's Hall D—is expected to be its biggest and most spectacular installment yet. Drawing more than 1,200 vendors and tens of thousands of attendees over four action-packed days, the West Coast Card Show is not merely a card show: it is a full-scale industry event that defines the pulse of the hobby on the West Coast. For Long Beach collectors, Anaheim is a straightforward 25-minute drive up the 405 or 605 freeway, making this the most significant local event on the Southern California card calendar.
The show floor spans the vast expanse of Hall D at the Anaheim Convention Center, one of the largest and most professionally managed convention facilities in the country. The vendor mix is extraordinarily comprehensive. Sports card dealers bring museum-quality inventory: T206 and prewar tobacco cards, 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle and Bowman rookie cards, vintage stars of every era, modern Prizm and Optic parallels, National Treasures patch autos, and raw-to-graded cards at every price point. Professional grading services including PSA representatives are typically on-site accepting submissions, a major draw for collectors who want authentication handled on the spot.
TCG coverage at the West Coast Card Show is equally impressive. Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana, Dragon Ball Super, and Flesh and Blood all have dedicated vendor sections. Competitive tournament-level singles sit alongside vintage sealed product and graded cards, creating a marketplace that serves everyone from the kitchen-table player to the serious investor. The show also features comics, video games, Funko Pops, sports memorabilia, autographed items, and pop culture collectibles.
The four-day schedule runs Thursday through Sunday, July 16–19. Exclusive VIP early entry Thursday evening provides access before the doors open to the general public; single-day general admission tickets are available for Friday ($30), Saturday ($30), and Sunday ($25). Kids under 13 are free. VIP all-event passes with premium access were priced at $300 in prior years—check westcoastcardshow.com for 2026 pricing as the event date approaches. Online ticket purchase is strongly recommended, as the event regularly sells out general admission for peak days.
The Anaheim Convention Center at 800 W. Katella Avenue offers extensive paid parking on-site, and the venue is easily accessible via the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC). Nearby hotels in the Anaheim Resort District provide accommodations for out-of-town attendees, and the area's abundant dining options make it easy to fuel up between browsing sessions.
The West Coast Card Show is a pilgrimage-level event for serious collectors and a bucket-list experience for those new to the hobby. Arrive early on opening day to claim the best inventory, wear comfortable shoes, bring a large bag for purchases, carry a healthy mix of cash and card, and plan to spend multiple hours or even multiple days to see the full show. Follow @wcoast_cardshow on social media and visit westcoastcardshow.com for the latest exhibitor, ticketing, and programming announcements.