The OC Card Show brings its one-day free admission format to the Ambassador Event Center in Irvine, offering 100+ vendor tables of sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, and collectibles in the heart of Orange County. Free admission makes this one of the most accessible card shows in Southern California — no tickets required, just show up and shop.
The Ambassador Event Center on Alton Parkway is a well-known Southern California event venue with ample parking and easy freeway access from both the 5 and 405 freeways, making it convenient for collectors arriving from across the LA metro area, the Inland Empire, and coastal Orange County.
Vendors at this show bring a strong selection of sports cards — particularly baseball, basketball, and football singles — alongside a healthy representation of Pokémon sealed product, singles binders, and graded slabs. It's also one of the better Irvine-area shows for finding TCG singles across competitive formats.
Show hours are 10AM–4PM. With free entry, this is a great option for families, casual collectors, and those new to the hobby who want to explore the card show experience without the commitment of a larger event admission fee. Bring cash for the best deal opportunities — many vendors offer walk-up discounts for cash buyers.
The OC Card Show Irvine is part of a regular series that rotates through Orange County venues throughout the year, making it a dependable fixture on the Southern California card show calendar.