The San Jose Card Show continues its monthly streak at the DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose for the May edition — carrying the momentum of a strong spring season into the late May window. With Bowman Baseball now fully in market and the NBA and NHL playoffs dominating the sports calendar, the May San Jose show typically sees some of the year's strongest basketball and hockey card activity alongside the usual depth of baseball and Pokémon inventory.
The DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose at 2050 Gateway Place has earned its reputation as the best monthly card show venue in Silicon Valley through consistent, well-run events month after month. The 120-table setup provides enough vendor diversity to make every visit feel fresh, and the professional hotel ballroom environment reflects the quality of the show's organization.
May is particularly strong for Pokémon collectors — new set releases from The Pokémon Company's spring window hit dealers' inventory levels, and competition for specific singles creates active trading between buyers. TCG competitive players preparing for summer regional championships are also active hunters at this time of year.
Show hours are Saturday–Sunday 10AM–5PM. General admission $10, kids under 12 free with paid adult. The DoubleTree's San Jose Airport location (2050 Gateway Place) provides parking, a hotel restaurant for full-day attendees, and easy access from all major Silicon Valley freeways.
The San Jose Card Show May edition is the third in a strong spring triple-header following the March and April shows. Collectors who attend all three consistently report that the rotating dealer inventory makes each show feel distinct and worth attending — proof that the monthly format works when executed with the consistency the San Jose show team delivers.