Hidden Gem TCG Show Vol. 7 lands at the DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport in East Elmhurst, Queens on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Now in its seventh edition, this collector-run show has built a loyal following by keeping general admission free, packing the ballroom with more than 100 vendor tables, and running giveaways all day long. It is squarely a trading card game show, and if Pokemon and One Piece are your focus, it is one of the best-value Saturdays on the Queens calendar.
On the floor, Pokemon dominates: modern special illustration rares and alt arts, Japanese promos and boxes, vintage WOTC holos, graded PSA and CGC slabs, and bulk bins for set builders. One Piece has a heavy presence with leaders, mangas, and sealed cases, and you will also see Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, Lorcana, and Dragon Ball vendors alongside supplies, plush, and figures. A number of tables are run by local shops and collectors who trade actively, so the room functions as much as a trade night as a retail show.
Doors run on two tiers. Early Bird admission is 5 dollars and gets you in at 10:00 AM with an extra entry in the day's giveaway drawings; General Admission is free from 11:00 AM until the show closes at 5:00 PM. Kids and families are welcome, and the free entry makes this one of the easiest shows in the city to bring a group to. Early Bird tickets are sold through the ontreasure.com event page, and it is worth grabbing one if you are chasing anything in high demand.
The DoubleTree is at 104-04 Ditmars Boulevard, directly across from LaGuardia Airport. On-site hotel parking is available for a fee, and street parking in the surrounding blocks is workable on a Saturday if you arrive early. By transit, the Q47 and Q72 buses stop close by, and the M60 SBS connects from the N/W at Astoria Boulevard and from Harlem 125th Street. The hotel has a restaurant and bar on site for a mid-show break.
Who should come: Pokemon and One Piece collectors of every level, competitive players hunting singles before the next set rotation, parents with kids who want an inexpensive weekend outing, and traders who like a dense room where deals move fast. Sports card collectors should note that this is a TCG-first show and plan accordingly.
Tips: arrive for the 10:00 AM Early Bird if you want first pick, bring cash for the best prices, and carry a sleeved trade binder because trading between attendees is a big part of the day. Loop the whole room before spending big, since popular cards turn up at multiple tables. For vendor information, giveaway updates, and future dates, follow @hiddengem on Instagram or visit the ontreasure.com listing.