Our New Home

Independence Field House Independence, Ohio

April 10 – 12, 2026

Fri, April 10th2PM – 7PM
(VIP entry is 12 PM)

Sat, April 11th10AM – 5PM
(VIP entry is 9:30 AM)

Sun, April 12th10AM – 4PM
(VIP entry is 9:30 AM)

The Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention Is Moving – And Getting Better

Same Legendary Show. Bigger Opportunity. Better Location.

In 2026, the Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention is moving from Strongsville to Independence, Ohio – and joining forces with another major Midwest collector event – The Great Lakes Collectors Convention – to create one powerful destination for collectors.

The new location is less than 30 minutes east of Strongsville, Ohio.

New Location

Independence Fieldhouse
6354 Selig Drive, Independence, Ohio

April 10–12, 2026

This is still the Strongsville show you know and trust – just in a more modern, more accessible venue, with significantly more dealers and collectors under one roof.

What’s Changing – And What’s Not

What’s NOT Changing

• The Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention remains the premier vintage sports cards and memorabilia show.
• Same Strongsville management, same standards, same focus on quality.
• The longest-running vintage sports show in the world – established in 1978.
• Vintage-first dealers, rare material, serious collectors.

What IS Changing

• A larger, cleaner, modern facility.
• Much easier access for Cleveland-area collectors.
• More total dealers and collectors in the building.
• One ticket gives you access to Strongsville and The Great Lakes Collectors Convention!

Two Shows. One Destination.

The Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention and the Great Lakes Collectors Convention will operate as distinct spaces within the same facility.

Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention

Vintage Sports Cards and Memorabilia

Great Lakes
Collectors Convention

Modern Cards and TCG Items

• One main entrance!
• One admission!
• Explore both shows at your own pace.

Whether you collect pre-war baseball, vintage football, modern slabs, or trading card games – this is now one of the strongest collector weekends in the Midwest.

Why Independence Is a Better Experience for Collectors

Easier to Get To

Independence is closer to Cleveland and major highways, making it easier for more collectors to attend.

Easier to Stay

Independence has dozens of quality hotels available in the area, making it easier for more collectors to stay. Get your special group hotel rate here. Hurry before it sells out!

A Much Better Venue

• More than twice the size of the previous facility
• Significantly more parking
• Better flow, wider aisles, more space to browse
• Cleaner, brighter, modern environment

More to See in One Visit

With our combined shows, expect more tables, more inventory, and more action throughout the weekend.

Why Longtime Collectors Should Be Excited

If you’ve attended Strongsville before, this move gives you:

• The same trusted vintage dealers
• More fresh material walking in the door
• A better buying environment
• A stronger overall collector crowd

It’s not a replacement – it’s an upgrade.

About the Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention

Established in 1978, the Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention is the longest-running vintage sports card and memorabilia show in the world. Each year, thousands of collectors attend to buy, sell, trade, authenticate, grade, and connect with the top vintage dealers in the hobby.