Trainers Trade Hall takes over the Cedric Rucker University Center at the University of Mary Washington on Saturday, July 11, 2026, for a TCG-focused day of buying, selling, trading, and play in Fredericksburg, midway between Washington, DC and Richmond. Hosted by Comet Punch Collectibles, this trading-card-game showcase is built for Pokemon and TCG fans who want a dedicated room full of singles, sealed product, and fellow collectors rather than a sports-first card show.
With around 70 vendor tables, the floor is stocked deep with trading card games. Pokemon leads the way, spanning vintage WOTC sets through the newest Scarlet & Violet releases — singles for set and deck building, sealed booster boxes and elite trainer boxes, graded slabs in locked cases, and vintage chase cards. Alongside Pokemon, expect One Piece TCG, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Disney Lorcana, and Dragon Ball, plus every accessory you could need: penny sleeves, top loaders, binders, deck boxes, and playmats. Many tables also carry anime merch, figures, plushies, and Funko Pops, so there is plenty for families and casual browsers to explore alongside the serious deck builders and grading-focused collectors. The university hall setting gives the event a bright, spacious, welcoming feel.
This is a single-day event running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with $5 admission at the door — an easy value for a dedicated TCG room of this size. The format is friendly to players and collectors alike, and the relaxed, community-driven vibe leaves plenty of room for trading, talking shop, and meeting other collectors from the DC-to-Richmond corridor.
The Cedric Rucker University Center is located at 1601 College Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, on the UMW campus just off Route 1 and convenient to I-95 roughly halfway between DC and Richmond. Campus parking is available, and the location makes it a reasonable drive for collectors from Northern Virginia, the DC suburbs, and the greater Fredericksburg area, with plenty of nearby dining in historic downtown Fredericksburg for a break.
Who should attend? This event is ideal for Pokemon and TCG players, deck builders, set collectors, families with kids, and anyone who wants to buy, sell, and trade trading card games in a focused, no-distractions room. The approachable format and friendly dealers make it a great option for newer collectors, since vendors have time to talk through grading, condition, and pricing, while the depth of singles keeps serious players and graders busy.
To get the most out of your visit, arrive near the 9:00 AM open for first crack at fresh inventory and the best deals before the popular tables thin out. Bring a sorted want list and a trade binder so you can move quickly across roughly 70 tables, and carry cash for smooth transactions with vendors, with Venmo or Zelle as a backup. Pack penny sleeves, top loaders, and a slab case to protect your pickups, and bring your decks if you want to trade or play between shopping.
For show details, table availability, and updates, search for Comet Punch Collectibles and Trainers Trade Hall on social media, or check the DMV Card Show Calendar at mid-atlanticshow.com for confirmed dates and any changes.