Dallas Card Show

Texas-Sized Sports Card Show in the Heart of DFW

📍 Allen, Texas 🏷️ 400+ dealer tables 🏢 Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center

Show Overview

The Dallas Card Show is one of the largest and most well-known sports card shows in the southern United States. Held regularly in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, this show has become a destination event for collectors across Texas and the surrounding states, featuring hundreds of dealer tables packed with sports cards, Pokemon, trading card games, and memorabilia.

The DFW area has emerged as a major hub for the sports card hobby, driven by the region's massive population, passionate sports fanbase, and a thriving community of collectors and dealers. The Dallas Card Show capitalizes on this energy, offering a show experience that rivals anything on the East Coast.

With shows running multiple times per year, the Dallas Card Show offers consistency for local collectors who want regular access to a large-format show. The events feature a mix of local dealers and traveling vendors, ensuring a diverse selection of inventory from vintage baseball to modern basketball and football.

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Venue & Location Guide

Venue

Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center

777 Watters Creek Blvd, Allen, TX 75013

Parking

The Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center has free on-site parking — an attached garage plus surface lots. The venue sits in the Watters Creek development just off US-75 (Central Expressway) at Bethany Drive, so highway access and rideshare drop-off at the main entrance are easy.

Nearest Airport

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) — about 30 minutes southwest. Dallas Love Field (DAL) — roughly 35 minutes south.

Nearby Hotels

  • Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center (the host venue — stay on-site and walk to the show)
  • Hilton Garden Inn Allen (directly across the street from the venue)
  • Additional hotels (Hyatt Place, Courtyard, Hampton Inn) along US-75 in Allen, minutes away

Nearby Restaurants

  • Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm — walkable open-air dining and shopping right next to the venue
  • On-site dining at the Marriott (full-service restaurant and bar)
  • Casual and chain restaurants along Bethany Drive and US-75 in Allen
  • The Village at Allen and Allen Premium Outlets — more dining a short drive south on US-75

First-Timer Tips

  • 1Texas heat is real — if attending a summer show, stay hydrated and dress light
  • 2The DFW collector community is very active on social media — follow local card groups on Facebook for pre-show deals and vendor lists
  • 3Many DFW shows include Pokemon and TCG sections alongside sports cards — great if you collect both
  • 4Bring a budget and stick to it — the selection at Dallas shows is deep and it is easy to overspend
  • 5Arrive early for the best selection, especially on modern hits and rookie cards
  • 6Some DFW shows feature breakers doing live breaks on-site — a fun experience if you enjoy ripping packs

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are card shows in Dallas?
The Dallas-Fort Worth area hosts card shows almost every weekend. Major large-format shows with 200+ tables run several times per year, while smaller shows happen weekly.
What type of cards are popular at Dallas shows?
Football (Cowboys) and basketball (Mavericks) cards are especially popular at Dallas shows, alongside baseball, Pokemon, and other TCGs.
Is the Dallas Card Show family-friendly?
Yes. Most Dallas card shows are family-friendly events. Many have free admission for kids, and the Pokemon/TCG sections are particularly popular with younger collectors.
What is admission to Dallas card shows?
Admission ranges from free to $10 for most shows. Larger events with more tables may charge $10-15, while many smaller weekly shows are free.

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