Austin Pokémon & TCG Card Show Oct. 17–18: Tickets, Hours & Venue

Updated October 15, 2026. The Syndicate Trade Show is bringing its first Austin, Texas, trading card and collectibles show to Onion Creek Club on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026. The two-day event is geared toward Pokémon TCG, One Piece, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, sports cards, and other collectors looking to buy, sell, and trade in person.

Here are the official venue details, ticket prices, opening hours, and a practical checklist for anyone planning a visit.

Austin Syndicate Trade Show: dates, hours and location

  • Dates: October 17–18, 2026 (Saturday and Sunday).
  • Venue: Onion Creek Club, 2510 Onion Creek Parkway, Austin, TX 78747.
  • Saturday: General admission 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Sunday: General admission 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • VIP: Early entry begins at 9 a.m. both days, according to the organizer's ticket listing.

The event flyer advertises free parking. Confirm current parking instructions and event hours with the organizer before traveling.

Ticket prices: one day, two days and VIP

  • One-day pass: $10.
  • Two-day pass: $15.
  • Two-day VIP pass: $25, including 9 a.m. early entry both days.
  • Children under 10: Free admission, according to the organizer.

Tickets are described as digital, with no physical ticket shipment. The organizer's event page and ticket listing may show different availability messages, so verify the current ticket status directly rather than assuming a pass is still available. See the official Austin event page and official ticket listing.

Collectors and vendor booths at a previous Syndicate Trade Show
Photo: The Syndicate Trade Show. A previous event shown to illustrate the show-floor experience, not the upcoming Austin venue.

What kinds of cards will be at the Austin show?

The organizer highlights Pokémon, One Piece, sports cards, and collectibles, while the ticket listing also names Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and anime merchandise. Expect opportunities to browse raw singles, graded cards, sealed products, and vendor inventory. The official Austin flyer advertises 75 tables, but the final vendor lineup and inventory can change.

This is a collector-focused marketplace, not a confirmed competitive TCG tournament. No detailed tournament schedule is provided on the Austin event page; check with the organizer before planning around organized play.

What should collectors bring?

  • A trade binder: Sort by game or price range so vendors can review cards quickly.
  • A realistic price reference: Check recent completed sales, not only active asking prices, when evaluating trades.
  • Protective sleeves and a small case: Keep higher-value singles and graded cards secure while moving between tables.
  • A spending limit: Decide in advance how much to allocate to sealed products, singles, and impulse finds.
  • A charged phone: Useful for checking card conditions, prices, and digital tickets.
Trading card activity at a previous family-friendly Syndicate event
Photo: The Syndicate Trade Show. Family-friendly trading-card activity at a past event; not a photograph of the October 2026 Austin show.

Is the Austin show family-friendly?

Yes. The organizer specifically describes its shows as family-friendly, offers free admission for children under 10, and promotes activities for both younger and adult collectors. The Austin flyer also advertises a scavenger hunt. Ask the organizer for current activity times and participation details.

Official event information

For directions, updates, admission terms, and vendor inquiries, visit The Syndicate Trade Show's Austin event page. Ticket and schedule information comes from the organizer's official admission listing. The organizer lists info@syndicatetradeshow.com for questions.

Image attribution: Featured event flyer and both editorial photographs supplied by The Syndicate Trade Show via its official event website. The photographs depict previous Syndicate events; all rights remain with the event organizer or original photographers. Event details may change.

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