The Chantilly Show is a three-day trading card event at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, Virginia, running Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18, 2026. As a multi-day show in a purpose-built expo hall, it is among the largest card events on the Northern Virginia calendar, and it offers collectors a chance to spend an entire weekend browsing sports cards and memorabilia near Dulles Airport.
The show centers on sports cards, and a large expo hall lets vendors spread out with a wide selection of baseball, basketball, football, and hockey cards, from vintage stars and graded slabs to modern rookies, autographs, and sealed boxes. With three days of trading, dealers tend to bring deeper inventory and restock between sessions, which means the tables you see on Friday may look different by Sunday. Exact vendor counts have not been published (VERIFY).
Hours are 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM each day, a late-afternoon-to-evening schedule that works well for people who cannot attend during the morning. Friday admission is $15. On Saturday and Sunday, tickets are $15 online or $20 at the door. Children 10 and under are free with a paid adult. Active-duty military and veterans receive half off admission with proof of service, available at the door only for the cardholder. Admission accepts cash and credit.
The Dulles Expo Center is in Chantilly, off the Route 28 and Route 50 corridors near Dulles International Airport. Large expo facilities usually have significant surface parking, though parking fees or availability can vary by event, so check before you go. Blowout Cards and TCG Village, two well-known Chantilly hobby shops, are nearby and can add another stop to your trip.
The show is best for serious sports card collectors, investors, dealers seeking a multi-day venue, and families who want a big-event atmosphere. The children's policy and military discount make it more welcoming than some premium shows.
Buy tickets online to save five dollars on weekend admission. Plan your days: Friday for the least crowded aisles, Saturday for peak energy and maximum dealer attendance, Sunday for potential deals. Bring cash, a want list, and a card-safe bag, and keep an eye on grading and authenticity when buying high-value cards. Wear comfortable shoes for the long evening on your feet.
Because the show runs into the evening, consider eating before or after your session; the Chantilly and Centreville areas have plenty of restaurants close to Route 50. If you are a dealer or a serious buyer, remember that multi-day shows can change quickly: an item you saw Friday might be gone Saturday, and a table that was quiet on Friday might have a fresh case of cards on Sunday. Keep photos of items you want to revisit, and set a budget before you enter.
Check the TreasureHunter.show listing for the latest updates on schedules and ticketing.