LC3 — Legendary Card Collector Con returns to the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg for a high-energy two-day convention on Saturday and Sunday, September 5 and 6, 2026, bringing one of Chicagoland's most exciting hybrid trading card and pop culture events back to the northwest suburbs. Produced by DozaCollectiblez, LC3 has carved out a unique identity in the Chicago show calendar by combining a curated TCG and sports card vendor floor with anime culture, cosplay, content creator meetups, and Labor Day weekend energy.
The LC3 vendor floor is built around modern trading card games with strong sports card and pop culture support. Pokemon dealers bring raw singles spanning every generation from the original 1999 base set through the current Scarlet and Violet expansions, sealed booster packs, elite trainer boxes, premium collection sets, Japanese exclusive products, and graded slabs from PSA, BGS, and CGC. One Piece TCG vendors are a major presence — LC3 has built a reputation as one of the strongest One Piece show experiences in the Midwest, with deep singles inventories, sealed product, Japanese imports, and competitive play activations. Magic: The Gathering tables stock Commander staples, Modern and Legacy singles, and sealed draft and set boxes. Yu-Gi-Oh!, Disney Lorcana, Dragon Ball Z Fusion World, and Flesh and Blood are well represented. Sports card dealers bring MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL inventory with Chicago Cubs, White Sox, Bulls, Bears, and Blackhawks representation alongside national stars. Anime merchandise, manga, vintage video games, retro toys, Funko Pops, comics, and signed memorabilia round out the floor. Cosplay activations, content creator meetups, and on-floor entertainment add energy throughout both days.
LC3 runs Saturday, September 5 from morning through evening and Sunday, September 6 from morning through mid-afternoon. General admission, VIP early access, and weekend pass options are available through the Eventeny event page. VIP tickets typically include Saturday morning early entry, an exclusive convention credential, and access to limited-edition product drops and brand partner activations. Children are welcome and discounted admission for kids with paying adults is standard.
The Hyatt Regency Schaumburg at 1800 East Golf Road sits directly off I-90 with quick access from I-290 and Route 53, making it convenient for collectors from across Chicagoland, the city, and southern Wisconsin. The venue offers complimentary on-site parking, a comfortable climate-controlled ballroom space with strong overhead lighting, and full hotel amenities including dining options for the weekend. The Labor Day weekend timing is ideal — the long weekend gives out-of-town collectors flexibility to make a full Chicagoland trip with the show as the centerpiece.
This show is ideal for One Piece TCG players hunting tournament and chase singles, Pokemon collectors browsing a curated vendor lineup, anime and pop culture fans combining hobby browsing with culture activations, families looking for a high-energy weekend hobby experience, and content creators looking for community meetups and on-floor energy.
For the best experience, purchase VIP early access tickets in advance, arrive Saturday at opening for the freshest inventory and quietest aisles, bring cash and a focused want list, plan to attend both days, and follow DozaCollectiblez on Instagram for vendor announcements, special guest reveals, and event day updates.