NTX Universe is the NTX series' biggest swing of the year — a three-day card and collectibles mega-show coming to Dallas October 16–18, 2026. Where the regular NTX weekends fill NTX Arena in Lewisville, NTX Universe scales the whole concept up into a destination convention, combining the sports-card depth, the booming TCG floor, and the pop-culture energy of the DFW hobby scene into one massive event. If you want a true card convention experience without leaving North Texas, this is the fall date to circle. (At seed time the specific Dallas venue was still being finalized — confirm the location on txcardshows.com before you go.)
The floor spans the entire hobby. On the sports side, expect MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, UFC, boxing, soccer, and golf cards across every era — modern Topps Chrome and Bowman Chrome prospects, Panini Prizm, Select, Mosaic, Donruss Optic, and National Treasures, plus vintage Topps, Bowman, Fleer, and Upper Deck. Trading card games get a huge dedicated presence: Pokémon singles and sealed product, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, and Dragon Ball Z, from budget bulk to premium sealed cases. Add graded PSA, BGS, SGC, and CGC slabs in locked showcases, sealed wax, autographed and game-used memorabilia, comics, Funko Pops, and supplies. A multi-day show of this scale typically also programs guest appearances, breakers, giveaways, and dedicated trading areas.
Hours run across three days — Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18 — so plan which day or days fit your schedule; expect roughly 10:00 AM openings with extended Friday and Saturday hours and an earlier Sunday close. Confirm exact times, ticket tiers, and any early-access or VIP options on txcardshows.com, where advance tickets are typically discounted versus the door. Children are welcome with a parent, making it an easy family destination.
Because the Dallas venue was being finalized at seed time, check txcardshows.com for the confirmed location, parking, and accessibility details before you travel. Shows of this size are usually held at large convention centers or arena spaces with on-site or nearby parking and full climate control. Plan for a busy weekend with strong out-of-town dealer turnout, since a three-day format draws sellers from across the region.
Who should attend? NTX Universe is built for the dedicated and the curious alike — sports collectors and TCG players first and foremost, but also set builders, vintage hunters, grading-minded buyers, families, and anyone who enjoys the buzz of a multi-day convention. The bigger floor and longer hours reward serious attendees who want to work every aisle, while affordable admission keeps it accessible for casual fans and kids.
To get the most out of it, buy tickets in advance, decide early whether an early-access or VIP option is worth it for the chase cards you want, and arrive at opening for the freshest inventory and shortest lines. Bring cash for the quickest deals, a sorted want list with target prices, a loupe for inspecting cards, and sleeves, top loaders, and a slab case for your pulls. A trade binder is handy too. For confirmed dates, venue, hours, and tickets, visit txcardshows.com and follow NTX Card Show on Instagram and Facebook.