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.
