A great conversation popped up recently in the CardSota Facebook group about what it really takes to launch a new card show. The thread inspired me to put together a guide for anyone considering taking that leap. Minnesota’s card show scene is thriving – weekends are packed with events. But …
The Card Farmers officially upgraded their shop to a brand‑new downtown Marshall location on May 1st. The move—just a few blocks from their previous home—adds 2,100 square feet of space and unlocks a wider, more diverse hobby experience for collectors across southwest Minnesota. Owner Lucas Christoffer said the team couldn’t …
The hobby has been in a remarkably healthy place for a long time. New shops continue to open across the state, and most weekends give us half a dozen shows to choose from. But tucked between the big convention‑center events and the busy mall circuits are shows with a different …
TCG collectors in the southern metro have a fresh new destination. The Mana Dojo, now open on the first floor of the Burnsville Mall, has officially joined Minnesota’s growing hobby scene. After a soft opening this past Sunday, the shop is preparing for its Grand Opening on Friday, March 6. …
The Maplewood Mall Sports Card Show has long been one of the Twin Cities’ most reliable hobby anchors, and this latest edition was a reminder of why it continues to thrive. It’s a multi‑day event held three times per year (end of February, mid‑October, and right before Christmas) and it’s …
Rochester’s flagship card show is about to take a massive step forward. Over the weekend, the team behind the Med City shows announced that beginning next month, they are officially moving their events to Graham Arena at the Olmsted County Fairgrounds—a shift that will more than double its footprint and …
Circle Pines is about to get a brand‑new home for TCG collectors and players. Complete Collectibles, a family‑run shop created by Justin and Kayla Sederski, is officially opening its doors at 10:00 AM this Saturday, February 14th. This comes after months of preparation and steady upgrades behind the scenes. While …
Our local hobby community woke up to tough news this morning. Viral Card Games in Fridley was broken into around 4:40 AM, and the thieves made off with a targeted selection of valuable graded cards. The shop shared security footage on their Facebook page, and the video makes one thing …
A new hobby destination is about to open its doors in Princeton. DuBois Station is celebrating its grand opening this Friday (1/30) and Saturday (1/31), bringing a fresh mix of trading cards, collectibles, and creative goods to the Princeton Mall. Located in Suite 5B, the shop will launch with Pokémon …
Princeton has a growing hub for collectors, and it’s not your typical card shop. Rum River Relics, owned by longtime online seller Ryan Holman, blends the charm of an antique mall with the energy of a modern collectibles store—creating one of the most unique hobby stops in central Minnesota. Holman …
