The Mid-South Collectible Toy Show is scheduled for October 24, 2026 at The Venue at Bartlett Station, giving Memphis-area collectors a fall Saturday built around cards, comics, toys, artists, creators, and mixed collectibles. The organizer notes that this event will feature 100+ vendor tables, free admission, free parking, and an expected crowd of 900+ guests.
The late-October timing gives the show a different feel from the summer dates in the same series. Collectors can use it as a fall reset before the holiday season, a chance to look for gifts, a place to compare cards and collectibles in person, or a local stop for families who want a hobby outing without paying to get through the door.
A Full Day of Cards & Collectibles
The confirmed mix includes Pokémon, sports cards, comic books, artists, creators, and a wide variety of collectibles. Secondary October listings also point to Funko Pops, vintage and modern toys, anime figures, statues, TCG accessories, custom handmade plushies, original artwork, 3D-crafted items, custom trinkets and pens, sewing items, crochet creations, hand-drawn pop-culture sketch cards, laser-engraved wood pieces, stained glass artwork, a hat bar, live podcast activity, and vendors live streaming.
That makes The Mid-South Collectible Toy Show a useful stop for collectors who like a room with more than one lane. A sports cards collector might be searching for football rookies, local team singles, baseball favorites, bargain boxes, slabs, or trade bait heading into the final stretch of the year. A Pokémon collector might be looking for binder cards, playable pieces, sealed product, nostalgic favorites, or display-ready items. The broader collectible mix gives groups room to split up, compare finds, and circle back to the tables that stand out.
With 100+ vendor tables planned, the best approach is probably not to rush the first table that looks interesting. A first lap can help you understand where the card cases, comic boxes, art tables, toy displays, and creator setups are clustered. From there, collectors can spend more time on the tables that match their budget and interests. For anyone buying condition-sensitive cards, in-person browsing is especially helpful because centering, corners, surface wear, signatures, and display quality are easier to judge under real show-floor lighting.
More Than Just a Card Show
Free admission and free parking give the October event a low-friction feel. That matters for casual collectors, parents, and groups because the show can be a quick visit, a full morning search, or a flexible stop before other weekend plans. It also makes the event approachable for people who are curious about collecting but do not yet know whether they prefer cards, comics, toys, art, handmade pieces, or a mix of everything.
The expected 900+ guest turnout suggests the room could be active, especially with a creator and collectibles lineup layered on top of the card tables. A busy local show can be good for conversation: attendees can learn what Memphis-area vendors are carrying, ask about future dates, talk through trades, and get a better sense of where prices sit locally. Those conversations are part of what separates a community show from buying only through listings and photos.
The artist and creator side also gives The Mid-South Collectible Toy Show a strong fall-shopping angle without turning the event into a general craft fair. Collectors who normally focus on cards may still find prints, handmade items, custom work, display pieces, or pop-culture art that fits a collection room. Families may find the variety helpful because not everyone has to be searching for the same box, binder, or figure.
A Show for All Levels of Collectors
Newer collectors can use The Mid-South Collectible Toy Show to learn by seeing items in person. Even a short visit can help someone understand how raw cards compare with slabs, how vendors organize inventory, what questions to ask about condition, and how prices can vary from table to table. For young collectors, the free-entry format makes it easier to browse and learn without pressure.
Casual collectors can treat the October show as a practical hunt for affordable pickups, team cards, character collectibles, comics, handmade pieces, and small gifts before the holiday rush. Serious collectors can take a more targeted approach by arriving early, checking higher-interest cases first, and using the rest of the room to compare similar cards or collectibles before making a decision.
Because the organizer has described a wide collectibles lineup, the event should work best for attendees who are open to discovery. Come with a short want list, but leave room for unexpected finds: a clean Pokémon single, a sports cards bargain, an original art piece, a comic book, a figure, or a handmade collectible that would not have shown up in a narrow online search.
Final Thoughts
The Mid-South Collectible Toy Show is shaping up to be a great day for collectors in Memphis and the surrounding area. If you attend, let the organizer or other attendees know you found the show on Card Show Dex, and stay tuned for more upcoming events across Tennessee.
Find more local hobby dates on the Memphis card show calendar.