The AV Cards and Collectible Show lands at Transplants Brewing Company in Palmdale on Saturday, August 1, 2026, running 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Hosted by the CA Pokemon Club, this Antelope Valley gathering blends a card show with a laid-back brewery hangout — an increasingly popular format that turns a day of collecting into a genuinely social event. For Bakersfield collectors, Palmdale is about an hour and forty-five minutes southeast via Highway 58 and State Route 14, making it one of the closer out-of-town shows on the summer calendar.
As a CA Pokemon Club production, the show leans strongly into the Pokemon TCG — expect vendors with vintage WOTC-era cards, modern chase slabs, sealed product, Japanese exclusives, and binders full of affordable singles for set builders. But the tables are not Pokemon-only: collectible shows in this series typically include sports cards across MLB, NBA, and NFL, other TCGs like One Piece and Magic: The Gathering, plus Funko Pops, anime merchandise, and general collectibles. Trading is a core part of the culture at club-hosted shows, so bring your binder even if you are not planning to buy.
The 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM window is longer than most one-day card shows, which takes the pressure off and lets you plan around the crowd — early afternoon tends to be busiest, while the final ninety minutes are prime time for negotiating. Ticket details are on the Eventbrite listing linked from the organizer's pages; club shows of this type usually offer free or low-cost entry, but check before you go.
Transplants Brewing Company is a well-known craft brewery in Palmdale with a taproom, rotating food options, and a spacious, casual layout that suits vendor tables and foot traffic. The 21-plus taproom setting does not mean families are excluded — brewery shows in this series are typically all-ages during show hours — but if you are bringing kids, it is worth confirming the venue's policy on the Eventbrite page or with the CA Pokemon Club's social accounts. Parking is free in the surrounding business park lots.
This show is ideal for Pokemon players and collectors first and foremost, but it is also a great pick for adult collectors who want a more relaxed alternative to convention-center chaos: grab a beer, flip through binders, talk cards with vendors who are not rushed, and enjoy live show energy without entry lines. First-timers will find club members welcoming and happy to explain grading, pricing, and trading etiquette.
For the best experience, arrive close to 11:00 AM for first pick of display cases, bring cash since smaller vendors may not run card readers, and keep a want list on your phone. If you are trading Pokemon cards, sort your binder by set and put your best cards up front. Follow the CA Pokemon Club on Instagram and check the Eventbrite listing for vendor announcements, ticket info, and any schedule updates before making the drive.