East County Mega Card Show

East County MEGA Card Show @ BNS Brewing & Distilling

FREE Entry • FREE Giveaways • San Diego’s Wildest Winter Card Event

Friday, January 30, 2026

5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

BNS Brewing & Distilling Co.

10960 Wheatlands Ave, Santee, CA 92071

FREE ENTRY | All Ages Welcome

The East County MEGA Card Show is taking over BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. in Santee for one massive winter night of trading cards, craft beer, live music, exclusive drinks, and nonstop giveaways. This is one of the largest free trading card events in San Diego County and the biggest East County card show of 2026.

Hosted by Cards & Collectors × BallinZC × Luky TCG (@luky_tcg), this event brings together collectors, families, vendors, and hobby fans for a high-energy community experience unlike any traditional card show.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS & GIVEAWAYS

MAJOR FREE GIVEAWAYS

- FREE GIVEAWAY SIGNED LOUISVILLE SLUGGER (WORTH $100)

- Sealed Pokémon product giveaways

- Booster boxes, Elite Trainer Boxes (ETBs), sealed packs & slabs

Winners are announced live, keeping the excitement high from start to finish.

FREE TRADING CARD PACKS WITH EVERY PURCHASE

Every food or beverage purchase comes with a FREE trading card pack.

Buy a drink → get a pack

Grab food → get a pack

No limits — keep buying, keep ripping (while supplies last)

This makes the East County MEGA Card Show one of the most rewarding free card events in Southern California.

40+ VENDORS | BUY • SELL • TRADE

Explore a massive lineup of 40+ curated vendors featuring:

- Pokémon TCG (vintage, modern, sealed, slabs, grails)

- Sports cards (NBA, NFL, MLB, UFC)

- Magic: The Gathering

- One Piece & Lorcana

- Raw singles, graded cards, binders, chase cards & collectibles

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or brand new to the hobby, this show offers something for everyone.

EXCLUSIVE POKÉMON-THEMED DRINKS

BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. and ECCS collaborated on a Pokémon-inspired cocktail menu, available only during the event. These custom drinks are exclusive to the MEGA Show and pair perfectly with the live music and vendor floor.

PARTY ATMOSPHERE

This isn’t a quiet convention hall. Expect:

- Indoor vendor hall + outdoor hangout space

- Fire pits, outdoor games, and tons of seating

- A high-energy brewery vibe that turns a card show into a full experience

FAMILY-FRIENDLY & COMMUNITY-FOCUSED

- All ages welcome

- Kid-friendly and dog-friendly

- Large indoor & outdoor layout

- Easy parking and open space for trading

Bring friends, family, binders, and your appetite.

LOCATION DETAILS

BNS Brewing & Distilling Co.

10960 Wheatlands Ave, Santee, CA 92071

bnsbrewinganddistilling.com

Spacious brewery • Free parking • Indoor & outdoor event areas

HOSTED BY

Cards & Collectors × BallinZC × Luky TCG

Follow event updates, giveaways, and announcements:

@ballinzc | @luky_tcg | cardsandcollectors.com

VENDOR INFORMATION

Vendor tables are limited and filling fast.

Email: ryan@cardsandcollectors.com

Phone: (619) 734-6771

WHY YOU CAN’T MISS THIS EVENT

- FREE entry

- FREE signed Louisville Slugger giveaway

- FREE packs with every food or drink purchase

- Sealed product giveaways all night

- 40+ vendors

- Live music + craft beer

- One of the biggest free card shows in San Diego

January 30, 2026 • East County MEGA Card Show • BNS Brewing, Santee

Bring your binders. Grab a drink. Rip free packs.

This is how San Diego does card shows in 2026.