The Weekly Rotation
Oahu’s real advantage is the recurring calendar. You don’t have to wait a month for a big show — there’s a trade night almost every week, and most are free to attend. If you’re new to the hobby, these are the best way to plug in without committing to a vendor table or driving across the island.
The Marquee Events
These are the big shows — the ones that fill hotel blocks, pull mainland vendors, and sell out vendor tables months in advance. If you’re planning a trip around a card show, these are what you circle on the calendar.
Hawaii PopCon
The biggest show in the state. Annual pop-culture convention at the Hawaii Convention Center that anchors card vendors alongside comics, anime, toys, and collectibles. Not purely a card show, but every serious Hawaii collector knows to go — the floor is massive and the foot traffic is unmatched. Happens every January.
Aloha Card Show
Oahu’s anchor annual card convention. Organized by Aloha Card Shop, with the flagship edition at Blaisdell Center (September) and a second annual edition at Windward Mall (July). Among the largest vendor counts of any single card-focused show in the state.
Paradise Card Show
One of the most recognizable names in Hawaii’s TCG scene. Organized by Javin and sponsored by shops like ToyLynx and culture brands like GetNutz, Paradise runs multiple shows per year with large vendor floors and strong keiki programming. The March 2026 show drew more than 1,400 collectors. Read the March 2026 recap →
West Side Card Show
An upcoming addition to the Oahu rotation, organized by Paul Santos on the west side of the island. Details being finalized — watch the main calendar and weekly newsletter for the announcement.
Keep It Aloha Card Show
Community-focused show from @kamakarips and Hawaii Collectibles. The first edition drew 40+ vendors to SALT at Kaka’ako. Second edition runs July 4–5, 2026.
6th Collector Megalopolis
Hi Collector’s annual Memorial Day Weekend event at Pearlridge Center. Free entry, covers cards, comics, Funko, Hot Wheels, and more. Runs both Mauka and Wai Makai sides of the mall. May 23–24, 2026.
GetNutz x Paradise Show
A newer collab that’s become one to watch. GetNutz — the ohana brand for the culture in Hawaii — partnered with Paradise for a show that drew 800 attendees on April 19. The next one hits the Croc Center on August 9, 2026. Read the April recap →
Smaller Shows Worth Knowing
Between the marquee events and the weekly rotation, Oahu has a steady stream of smaller one-off shows. Trade nights at pop-up venues, tournament events, community fundraisers, and smaller showcases that fly under the radar but are some of the most fun events to attend.
Recent and upcoming examples: Paradise Trade Night, Pokemon Trade Night at The Boba Room, Space 62 Collectibles Show, Hawaii Comic & Toy Expo x The Card District, Spotlight Card Show, Aiea Basketball Cards & Collectibles Fundraiser, Saint Louis Collectors Expo. Full list on the main calendar.
Where to Go Between Shows
Oahu has 16+ card shops, so even on weeks without a show, you can still get your fix. The two most consistent for TCG and tournaments are ToyLynx (Honolulu, by Costco on Iwilei) and TCG Tavern (Isenberg). Both run events, carry deep inventory, and host the community year-round.
Other notable Oahu shops: Aloha Card Shop, 808 Showcase, Space 62 at Ala Moana, Box Jellyz, Best of the Best, iWinGames, Da Planet, Paula’s Sports Cards, Other Realms, Evolving Realms, From the Heart, Dragon’s Lair, Windward Collectibles, Armchair Adventurer. Full directory with addresses and hours at hawaiicardshows.com/shops.
Getting There
Most Oahu shows are clustered in three pockets:
- Honolulu (Iwilei, Ala Moana, Kaka’ako, Isenberg) — The urban core. Home to ToyLynx, TCG Tavern, Space 62, Paradise’s usual venue at The Republik, and most one-off shows. Easy H-1 access, metered street parking is common.
- Pearlridge — Central Oahu. Hosts the recurring Sports Cards & Collectibles Show (2nd weekend), Uncle Tony’s Trade Night (3rd Friday), and Hi Collector’s Megalopolis. Mall parking is free.
- Windward & elsewhere — Less frequent but notable: Aloha Card Show at Windward Mall, Bayview Night Market at Bayview Golf Course, smaller shows at community halls and pop-up venues.
Pro tip: Most Oahu shows fill vendor tables through organizer Instagram DMs, not public signups. If you want to vend, follow the organizer handle on each show’s detail page and reach out early — tables for major shows go fast.
Stay Updated
The calendar moves fast. New Oahu shows get announced on short notice — sometimes a week or two before the date. Here’s how to stay ahead of it:
- Weekly newsletter — we send a Sunday roundup of every upcoming show across the islands. Sign up on the homepage (free, no spam).
- Main calendar — the rolling 7-day view on the homepage always shows what’s coming next.
- Instagram — follow @hawaiicardshows for real-time event drops and community features.
- RSS feed — subscribe to the RSS feed for machine-readable event updates.
New to the Hawaii TCG scene? The complete guide to Hawaii card shows covers every island, and the FAQ answers the most common questions about vendor signups, admission, and show etiquette.