The Franklin Sports Card Show makes its second fall appearance at the Johnson County Shrine Club on Saturday, November 21, 2026, landing on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. That timing matters: it is one of the last free Saturday shows on the south side of the Indianapolis metro before the holiday rush, and it is a smart time to pick up gifts for the sports fans in your family without paying holiday premiums online.
The emphasis stays on sports cards. Football is naturally front and center in late November, with Colts singles, rookie cards from the current NFL class and plenty of veteran stars. Basketball tables should be busy too, since the Pacers season is in full swing and Indiana high school and college hoops are starting up. Baseball sellers bring vintage Topps and Bowman runs, Reds and Cubs inventory and graded rookie cards, and you can expect modern Prizm, Optic, Topps Chrome and Bowman Chrome singles and parallels. Look for graded PSA, BGS and SGC slabs in the cases, a scattering of autographed memorabilia, and a table or two of Pokemon for younger collectors.
Doors open at 10:00 AM and the show runs until 3:00 PM Eastern. Admission and parking are both free, and kids are welcome.
The Johnson County Shrine Club sits at 751 West King Street, Franklin, IN 46131, a short drive west of I-65 exit 90. It is about fifteen minutes from Greenwood and Whiteland and about thirty-five minutes from downtown Indianapolis. The single-level hall has its own lot outside the entrance, which is convenient if you are bringing boxes of cards to sell or trade. On a cold November morning, you can park close and avoid a long walk.
Who should come? Gift shoppers looking for affordable, meaningful presents; football collectors building team or player runs; set builders chasing the last few cards; and anyone with a collection to sell before year end. Small shows like this often surface fresh inventory from local collections, which is a big draw for experienced collectors. Families will appreciate the free admission and the relaxed pace.
Tips for a good visit: arrive at 10:00 AM for the best selection. Bring cash in small bills, since many small-show dealers prefer it and will round down for cash. If you are buying gifts, set a per-person budget and ask a dealer to assemble a small lot, such as a graded rookie plus a few team singles. Carry top loaders and a sturdy box, and check recent sold prices for anything over fifty dollars. After the show, downtown Franklin's courthouse square has local restaurants and shops for a post-show lunch.
For information or table availability, contact organizer John Morgan at 317-775-5761 or through the show's Facebook group. The event is listed on the Trading Card Database calendar.