The Hobby Card Show 2026 - Exhibitor Application

Description

-VENDORS WANTED - 

Join the Ultimate 2-Day Hobby Event in Fort Lauderdale!

 

Get ready to score big in paradise! The Hobby Card Show is returning to Fort Lauderdale for a two-day event on August 15-16, 2026, and we're inviting all passionate vendors and hobby enthusiasts to join the excitement.

 

This is more than just a card show – it's a collector's dream vacation! 

Be a part of the action!

 

We're looking for: 

• Collectible Toys, both vintage and modern
• Trading cards
• Comic books
• Original Art
• Records
• Movies
• Clothing
• Sneakers
• Anime
• Pop Culture
• Funkos
• Snacks, Candy, Treats
• Special Guests
• Signed Memorabilia

And possibly more!

 

Vendor/Show Hours

• Friday, August 14, 2026

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Vendor Setup

 

• Saturday, August 15, 2026

7:00 am - 10:00 am: Vendor Setup

10:00 am - 11:00 am: VIP Early Access

11:00 am - 5:00 pm: General Admission

5:00 pm: Show is over for the day!

 

• Sunday, August 16, 2026

7:00 am - 10:00 am: Vendor Setup

10:00 am - 11:00 am: VIP Early Access

11:00 am - 5:00 pm: General Admission

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Vendor Move Out

 

Exhibitor Pricing

Our Exhibitor Tables are priced as follows for both days:

8' Table Space:  Inner Row Tables - $275

8' Table Space: Outer Wall Tables - $325

10'x10' Booth Space:  $500

 

EXHIBITOR SPACE DETAILS:

• Vendor set up day: August 14, 2026, 12-6 pm
• Event date: August 15-16, 2026, 10-5 pm 
• Booth Space is 10ft x 10ft
• Table space is 8ft x 5 ft
• Fee includes one 8 ft table with linens
• 3' High drape around each booth
• (1) 8ft Tables (30 in. wide)
• (2) Chairs per space
• (2) Exhibitor Passes included - Extra passes will be available for purchase (link to be sent via email), 2 Max extra passes per space.
• Showcases will be available to rent (link to be sent via email)

 

OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Please read carefully)

Exhibit Space Disclaimer
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING TERMS YOU AGREE TO BY PURCHASING SPACE AT THE HOBBY CARD SHOW/ AR EVENTS, LLC:

1. Booths must remain intact and manned throughout the hours of the convention and may not be dismantled prior to the closing hour of the convention. THE HOBBY CARD SHOW/ AR EVENTS, LLC will not be held responsible for any issues arising from an unmanned booth during show hours. The loading dock will not be open for breakdown prior to the close of the exhibition room. If you break down your space prior to the end of the show, you will be banned from setting up at future shows. Attendees have paid for the ability to shop with Vendors and Exhibitors and expect them to be set up during show hours. By breaking down early, you are doing both the attendees and the show a disservice. Please be advised that there are vendors and artists that we will no longer welcome back due to breaking this rule. The show's management takes this very seriously. It is unfair to attendees, the show, and other vendors to break down early. If you cannot stay until the end of the show, please do not set up and come prepared to stay the entirety of the show days and hours.
2. Exhibitors must comply with all local, state, and federal laws, and will not hold management liable for any breaches, losses, or damage to themselves or their property. All exhibitors agree to hold blameless THE HOBBY CARD SHOW/ AR EVENTS, LLC, THE HOBBY CARD SHOW, and all affiliated companies of THE HOBBY CARD SHOW/ AR EVENTS, LLC staff members and workers against any loss, damage, theft, expenses, claims, or actions arising from any personal or property damage, loss or theft due to said exhibitors participation in any event bearing the name THE HOBBY CARD SHOW. THE HOBBY CARD SHOW agrees to pay for overnight security in the main exhibit hall. Exhibitor is responsible for their own security during show hours.
3. Exhibitor badges are non-transferable. They may not be sold or used as prizes or giveaways. Exhibitor personnel must wear official Show Exhibitor badges at all times during move-in, show days, and move-out. Please do not give Exhibitor Badges to anyone other than your full-time employees, and remove all badges from the building when you leave on your last day there. Badges left behind are often abused by unauthorized personnel, so do not leave them in your booth or discard them on the floor.
4. Exhibitors are responsible for their booth staff. The exhibitor is responsible for all actions of their booth staff or anyone wearing their company's exhibitor badge. Exhibitor booth personnel found to violate policies will be removed and have their badge confiscated. Exhibitor staff misconduct can lead to the removal of the exhibitor from the exhibit floor without a refund. Exhibitors removed in this way will NOT be allowed to return to future shows with THE HOBBY CARD SHOW.
5. All vendors/exhibitors/artists hereby acknowledge that THE HOBBY CARD SHOW is not responsible for and will NOT provide or maintain insurance coverage for vendors/exhibitors' persons or property, and it is the exhibiting party’s sole responsibility to obtain insurance covering loss.
6. THE HOBBY CARD SHOW in no way endorses any artists, vendors, exhibitors’ merchandise, exhibits, views, beliefs, or actions. All artists, vendors, and exhibitors are deemed to be their own business/entity and in no way reflect the views, beliefs, intentions, and/or direction of THE HOBBY CARD SHOW. Artists, vendors, or exhibitors do not represent THE HOBBY CARD SHOW in any way.
7. All merchandise bought or sold at THE HOBBY CARD SHOW is done strictly between artists/vendors/exhibitors and attendees/buyers; THE HOBBY CARD SHOW is not a party to or responsible in any way for any transactions made between said parties.
8. NO SWORD VENDORS OR WEAPONS VENDORS ALLOWED. THIS INCLUDES SWORDS, KNIVES, OTHER SHARP ITEMS, TASERS, LASERS, ETC… ANYTHING THAT IS A WEAPON. Anyone who attempts to sell weapons at the show will be asked to remove the items from their booth. Repeat offenders will be asked to leave the show, with no refund given.
9. NO VAPE, TOBACCO, CBD, OR ANY TYPE OF SMOKING-RELATED SALES ARE ALLOWED. THIS IS AN ALL-AGES COMIC BOOK / ANIME CONVENTION AND WE DO NOT ENCOURAGE SMOKING OF ANY KIND. IF YOU SELL VAPE, TOBACCO, CBD, OR ANY TYPE OF SMOKING ITEMS AT THE EVENT, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE, WITH NO REFUND GIVEN.
10. No Bootleg DVDs, CDs, or other Bootleg audio/video media. Anyone selling unauthorized merchandise that infringes upon copyrights or licensing agreements will be asked to leave the show. Failure to abide by this rule will result in ejection from the event with no refund given, as well as a ban from any future THE HOBBY CARD SHOW.
    1. AI-generated artwork is prohibited from our Exhibition Room for any booth or table type. This applies to ALL merchandise, including, but not limited to, prints, posters, mugs, t-shirts/apparel, towels, etc. Failure to abide by this rule will result in ejection from the event with no refund given, as well as a ban from any future THE HOBBY CARD SHOW event.
    2. Bootleg posters and prints are prohibited. The sale of artwork and poster art copied from an original or pulled from the internet and printed without the express approval of the artist, publisher, or studio is not allowed. Failure to abide by this rule will result in ejection from the event with no refund given, as well as a ban from any future THE HOBBY CARD SHOW.
11. No outside food or beverage vendors are allowed without pre-authorization from the event and the convention center. The Broward County Convention Center has an exclusive on food sales, and any food and beverage vendors will be required to negotiate an agreement with the event and venue prior to booth or space reservation. This applies to Pocky, Ramune, and other snacks as well. Please reach out to our sales team if you are interested in space as a food/beverage vendor.
12. Adult materials must be either behind the table or, if displayed on a table or display rack, bagged or covered so that minors may not open them. Any adult material containing nudity must be covered in accordance with local and state laws. Artists/Exhibitors agree not to sell any adult materials to minors. Violating this rule is cause for immediate dismissal from the show with no refund, and being banned from any future events hosted by the show's management.
13. Exhibitors may not display foul language or other offensive slogans, memes, innuendo, or materials in their space. Political propaganda that others may find offensive is prohibited. No symbols of hate or implied symbols of hate will be tolerated. Failure to comply is grounds for removal from the show without refund.
14. No Live Animals. Exhibitors may not engage in the sale of live animals at the event.
15. Nudity is NOT allowed in the convention center under any circumstances.
16. No Bingo, Lottery-type gaming (or gambling of any sort) is allowed.
17. No Sales Onsite or Promotion for Online or Offsite Sales of any guns, real or replica.
18. State tax is the responsibility of the artist/vendor to collect according to state laws.
19. No exhibit may be higher than 12’ without prior approval by THE HOBBY CARD SHOW. All booth signage should be front-facing only. No exhibit may block or interfere with other exhibits or with the aisle space. Any damage caused to the building or its furnishings by the Artist/Exhibitor/Vendor is the sole responsibility of the Artist/Exhibitor/Vendor.  Signage must be contained within the vendor’s assigned footprint.
    1. No signage may be adhered to convention walls, windows, doors, or fixtures with tape, glue, tacks, nails, or adhesives
    2. All displays must be free-standing and self-supported.
    3. Hanging banners or tall displays above 12 ft requires prior written approval.
20. Vendor-Supplied Tables: Vendors who wish to bring their own tables must notify show management in advance. All personal tables must fit within the assigned footprint of their purchased space:
    1. For table spaces: 8 ft wide x 2.5 ft deep (8’x2.5’) maximum.
    2. For booths: 10 ft x 10 ft maximum.
21. Linens & Professional Appearance: All tables, whether provided by The Hobby Card Show or brought in by the vendor, must be dressed with table linens or coverings for the entire duration of the event. Bare tables or unfinished displays will not be permitted. Vendors are also expected to present appropriate signage or branding at their space to maintain a professional, clean, and cohesive event atmosphere.
22. Vendors may not extend merchandise, signage, or displays beyond their designated footprint. Aisles, exits, and neighboring vendor spaces must remain unobstructed. Failure to comply may result in removal from the show without refund.
23. Any property not removed from the Convention Center that has not been claimed within forty-eight (48) hours following the end of the event will be considered abandoned by the Exhibitor. 
24. Exhibitors hereby give permission to be photographed and recorded for any and all future THE HOBBY CARD SHOW use.
25. No Standard Exhibitor is allowed to sublease its space without prior approval from THE HOBBY CARD SHOW. No National Brands may engage in branding or lead generation activities under the proxy of a Standard Exhibitor. Standard wholesaling practices remain ok.
26. Exhibitors/Artists/Vendors are not permitted to solicit or sell in any part of the convention besides directly in front of their immediate booth/table area.
27. THE HOBBY CARD SHOW reserves the right to change, amend, and add to the rules and regulations of the show at any time. If new rules are added that prevent you from selling your core product, you will be notified and refunded in full.
28. THE HOBBY CARD SHOW reserves the right to immediately terminate any vendor that violates these terms, and upon notice, the vendor must immediately vacate the premises with all their property

 

CANCELLATION TERMS: Should you (the exhibitor) find that you are not able to attend THE HOBBY CARD SHOW and have already paid for your space, the policy is as follows: A refund will be given – minus a $150 cancellation fee per Exhibitor Booth prior to 1/1/26, and $75 per Table Space prior to 1/1/26. Between 1/2/26 and 3/1/26 a refund will be given minus a $250 cancellation fee per Exhibitor Booth and $125 per artist table. After 3/1/26 a refund will be given minus a $350 cancellation fee per Exhibitor Booth and $200 per Table Space.

 

For questions about vendor space, placement, and availability, contact admin@thehobbycardshow.com | Andrew Hoffman

We encourage you to review your schedule carefully before booking.

 

How To Apply?

• See table/section sizes on the floor plan.
• Select the number of tables you would like to purchase and proceed to checkout.
• You will receive an email confirmation with your receipt for the purchase.
• You will receive a 2nd email within 48 hours with your assigned section/table number(s).
• Exhibitor Packets, Credentials, and Badges will be distributed during set-up on the morning of the event.
• More Exhibitor information will follow in the coming months.

 

Vendor spots will fill up fast! 

Secure your prime location today!

Tables are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The sooner you secure your spot, the greater your choice of location within the show floor.

We can't wait to welcome you to Fort Lauderdale's hottest new card show!

Date & Time

Aug 15, 2026 10:00 AM - Aug 16, 2026 5:00 PM

Venue Details

Broward County Convention Center - Grand Ballroom 3rd Floor

1950 Eisenhower Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316

The Hobby Card Show/AR Events, LLC