The Rocky Mountain Card Convention takes over the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center on Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19, 2026, for the largest and most ambitious trading card convention ever held in Colorado. Drawing vendors from across the United States, this two-day convention is a celebration of the global trading card hobby with a uniquely Rocky Mountain focus that highlights the Denver metro area's role as a growing destination for serious collectors and dealers.
The convention floor features over 200 vendor tables covering every category of the modern collecting hobby. Sports card dealers bring comprehensive inventories of MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, UFC, boxing, and soccer cards from Topps, Panini, Upper Deck, and Leaf, with vintage cards from the 1950s through the 1990s alongside modern premium products like Topps Transcendent, Panini National Treasures, and Flawless. Graded card specialists feature PSA, BGS, SGC, and CGC slabs at every price point, with onsite grading submission services available from at least one major grading company throughout the weekend. Pokemon vendors stock raw singles from base set through Scarlet and Violet, sealed product including hard-to-find Japanese imports, special illustration rares, and graded Charizards. Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece TCG, Disney Lorcana, Dragon Ball Z, Flesh and Blood, and other TCG titles have dedicated representation. Comic books spanning Golden Age through modern keys, Funko Pops, vintage toys, anime merchandise, and signed memorabilia round out the convention experience. A featured guest lineup includes former Broncos, Nuggets, Rockies, and Avalanche players signing autographs throughout the weekend.
The Rocky Mountain Card Convention runs Saturday, July 18 from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sunday, July 19 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. General admission is $20 per day for adults or $30 for a weekend pass. VIP early entry tickets are $50 and include 9:00 AM Saturday access plus an exclusive convention promo card and tote bag while supplies last. Children under 12 are admitted free with a paying adult. Autograph tickets for featured guests are sold separately. Advance tickets are recommended and available at rockymountaincardcon.com.
The Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center at 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard is just minutes from Denver International Airport and offers a world-class event venue with massive exhibition halls, excellent climate control, on-site hotel rooms, multiple restaurants, and abundant self-parking. Out-of-town attendees can stay on property for a full weekend collecting getaway.
This convention is designed for every type of collector, from first-time attendees discovering the hobby to serious investors making major purchases. Families especially enjoy the wide variety of vendors, autograph opportunities, and the welcoming atmosphere, while serious collectors appreciate the depth of premium inventory available across the floor.
For the best experience, plan to attend both days to fully explore the massive vendor floor, arrive at opening for the widest selection, bring cash and a detailed want list, and wear comfortable shoes. Stay on property to maximize your weekend, and follow the Rocky Mountain Card Convention on social media for guest announcements, vendor previews, and weekend giveaways. Visit rockymountaincardcon.com for full details and tickets.