# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: RidgeCards presents:

The Heart of Illinois Sportscard & Collectible Expo!

April 10th and 11th, 2026, at the Interstate Center in Bloomington, IL. 

This major regional event features 200 vendor tables and offers a comprehensive experience for collectors of sports cards, TCG, Comics, Toys, and memorabilia. 

Event Schedule & Location
Dates: Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11, 2026.

Times:
Friday: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Venue: Interstate Center, 1106 Interstate Dr., Bloomington, IL 61705. 

Tickets & Admission
Daily Admission: $3.00.
2-Day VIP Pass: $5.00. 

Co-Hosts: Dynamic Grading Authority, 2 Guys SportsCards, Collectible Corner, and Twin City Collectibles. 

What to Expect
Inventory: The expo will host 200 8-foot vendor tables filled with sports cards (raw and graded), Pokémon and other TCG, autographed memorabilia, comic books, Funko Pops, and supplies.

Services: Dynamic Grading Authority (DGA) will be on-site both days to accept card submissions for grading.

Free Trade Night: A community trade night will be held on Friday after the show from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Lil Beaver Brewery.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/normal/the-heart-of-illinois-sportscard-and-collectibles-expo/200029835732120
- **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, sports, pokemon
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 106

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Normal
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Interstate Center
- **lat**: 40.492635168665
- **long**: -89.045777320862
- **full address**: Interstate Center, 1106 Interstate Dr,Normal, Illinois, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1b15c8c0c818593355daaadbe7a883c6e0854d97f6323edaa653801ce12fb1df-rimg-w1200-h1500-dcffffff-gmir?v=1775287299

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo being held?
  - **A:** The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo takes place on Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Interstate Center, 1106 Interstate Dr,Normal, Illinois, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo?
  - **A:** The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo is organized by RidgeCards.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Heart of Illinois Sportscard and Collectibles Expo is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Normal, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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