The Card Syndicate Trade Show comes to the Onion Creek Club in South Austin on October 17 and 18, 2026, with about 75 vendor tables of sports cards, Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, and collectibles across a two-day weekend. Billed by its organizers as Austin's next big hobby weekend, the Syndicate show pairs a country-club venue with a full-weekend format, giving collectors a more upscale alternative to the hotel ballroom shows that dominate the local calendar.
The floor covers both sides of the hobby. Sports card dealers bring NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL inventory with a Spurs, Mavericks, Longhorns, and Cowboys lean, from base rookies to graded slabs, autographs, and numbered parallels. Trading card game vendors stock Pokemon singles, vintage holos, graded cards, and sealed product alongside Magic: The Gathering, One Piece Card Game, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Disney Lorcana. Expect Funko Pops, memorabilia, and general collectibles at several tables, and a family-friendly atmosphere throughout.
Hours for the weekend had not been published at the time of listing; most two-day Austin shows run roughly 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday. Confirm on the organizer's channels before attending. Saturday morning is when the best showcase cards move, and Sunday afternoon is when dealers negotiate most freely.
Admission runs from ten to twenty-five dollars depending on the ticket tier, with kids under ten admitted free with a paying adult. The upper tier typically includes VIP early entry. Tickets are expected to be sold online and at the door.
The Onion Creek Club is located at 2510 Onion Creek Parkway, Austin, TX 78747, in the Onion Creek neighborhood off Interstate 35 in far South Austin, about fifteen minutes from downtown. Parking at the club is free, and the clubhouse has a restaurant and bar on site. Restaurants along South I-35 and Slaughter Lane are minutes away.
This show suits serious sports card and Pokemon collectors who want a two-day floor, families thanks to free kids' entry, and traders who appreciate a comfortable venue. First-timers will find the country-club setting welcoming and easy to navigate.
To make the most of the weekend, buy tickets in advance, arrive at Saturday's open, bring cash for the sharpest deals, and carry a want list and trade binder. Lap the full floor before buying, use Sunday for follow-up deals, and bring cards to sell.
For confirmed hours, tickets, and vendor tables, follow The Card Syndicate on Instagram or check the show listing on CardShowFinder. Details are still being finalized for this first Austin edition, so verify before traveling.
Because the Syndicate is a newer promoter on the Austin scene, expect a strong showing from the local dealers who work the Home Town and Bat City circuits, plus traveling vendors testing the market. That mix usually means competitive pricing as new vendors try to win over the local crowd.