The SD Card Show returns to the DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley for an August weekend, with Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23, 2026 seeded here as a representative occurrence in the show's recurring rotation. Run by the sdcollectibles.com team, the SD Card Show has earned its reputation as one of the most dependable weekend shows in San Diego, and the late-summer editions reliably draw a deep mix of sports and TCG vendors. Confirm the exact August date and any sports/TCG split on the organizer's site before you go.
The room covers the whole hobby. Sports collectors will work through MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, UFC, boxing, soccer, and racing cards across every era — modern Topps Chrome and Bowman Chrome prospects, Panini Prizm, Select, Mosaic, Donruss Optic, and high-end inserts, plus vintage Topps, Bowman, Fleer, and Upper Deck. With football product arriving in late summer, expect fresh rookie and prospect inventory. Trading card games are well represented too, with Pokemon singles and sealed product across the Scarlet & Violet era, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, and Dragon Ball Z. Add graded PSA, BGS, SGC, and CGC slabs in locked cases, sealed wax, autographs and memorabilia, dollar boxes for diggers, and supply vendors stocked with top loaders, magnetics, sleeves, and storage.
Show hours typically run 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on both Saturday and Sunday, giving you two full days to work the floor. Admission is budget-friendly — recent SD Card Show editions have offered free or low-cost general admission with an optional early-access ticket for first crack at fresh inventory; confirm current pricing and any early-buyer window on the organizer's page. Children are welcome with a parent, making it an easy family weekend.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Mission Valley sits at 7450 Hazard Center Drive, right off Interstate 8 and SR-163 and steps from the Hazard Center Trolley stop — one of the most central, transit-friendly spots in the county. There is ample parking, the ballroom is fully air-conditioned, and Hazard Center's restaurants and coffee are a short walk away when you need a breather.
Who should attend? This is a well-rounded weekend show that works for nearly everyone — set builders and vintage hunters, modern rookie chasers, TCG collectors, grading-minded buyers comparing slabs in person, families, and dealers looking to restock or move inventory. Its central location and two-day format make it easy to plan around, and the recurring schedule means you will see familiar vendors month to month.
To make the most of it, arrive at the 10:00 AM open — or grab early access if offered — since the best vintage and sharpest-priced rookies move fast on Saturday morning. Bring cash for the quickest deals, with Venmo and Zelle as backups, and carry a sorted want list with target prices plus a loupe for inspecting condition. Pack a slab case and extra top loaders for your pickups, and bring a binder if you like to trade. For confirmed dates, hours, ticket links, and vendor lists, visit sdcollectibles.com, follow the SD Card Show on Instagram, or email sdcardshow@gmail.com.