The Kentucky Card Show rolls into Oleika Temple in Lexington on Sunday, October 4, 2026, and it is one of the most dependable monthly stops for card collectors in the Bluegrass. Louisville collectors willing to make the roughly eighty-mile drive east on I-64 will find a long-running, no-frills show where the focus stays on cards, conversation, and fair deals.
Oleika Temple hosts a mix of sports card dealers and trading card vendors. Tables typically hold baseball, basketball, football, and hockey cards ranging from affordable commons to graded rookies, along with Pokémon singles and sealed product, Magic: The Gathering cards, and miscellaneous memorabilia. Because the show is a Sunday morning event, it pairs well with a weekend trip: you can spend Saturday exploring Lexington's horse country or Keeneland's fall meet and spend Sunday morning on the card hunt.
Hours are listed as 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Admission is listed as free in the directories we checked, but organizers can change policies, so look for updates before leaving home. Parking is generally available around the temple grounds. The venue is an older-style hall with a comfortable layout that makes it easy to loop through every table without feeling rushed.
Who will enjoy this show? Fans of the Kentucky Wildcats looking for local-interest cards, baseball and football collectors on the hunt for team sets, and Pokémon parents shopping for their kids will all find something to buy. Beginners benefit from the show's moderate size, since it is simple to ask questions without battling a crowd. Dealers interested in a table can contact the organizers to inquire about availability and pricing.
Practical tips make a big difference. Show up early, because the most desirable cards tend to go within the first hour. Carry cash in smaller bills, and consider a small binder or top-loader pack for protecting your finds. Bring a printed or digital want list, and set a budget before you start so you do not overspend on impulse. If you are selling, organize your cards by sport and player, and be willing to hear a few offers before you commit. Dealers appreciate collectors who know what their cards are worth, so check recent sold listings before haggling.
Lexington offers many ways to extend the trip. Downtown has restaurants and breweries, the Kentucky Horse Park is a short drive away, and the city's fall calendar is packed with football and racing. Plan to arrive in time to enjoy a late breakfast before the show opens, or stay for lunch afterward.
The Kentucky Card Show also appears on November 1, 2026, and the Oleika Temple venue hosts the Kentucky Collectors Fest on December 6, so there is a chance to make this a regular stop. Each date brings a slightly different mix of vendors, so even repeat visitors can find new inventory.
VERIFY: Table count, exact street address, and admission price were not confirmed from a primary source. Check the organizer's page before heading out.