Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
June 20, 2026 – June 21, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center — 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
20,000+ estimated attendees
The nation's largest trading card, anime, and pop culture convention, featuring 1,000+ vendor tables with sports cards, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, comics, Funko POPs, vintage toys, and celebrity appearances. The Las Vegas edition at the Las Vegas Convention Center draws collectors and fans from across the Southwest for two days of buying, selling, and trading.
Dates
June 20, 2026 – June 21, 2026
Venue
Las Vegas Convention Center
Address
3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Est. Attendance
20,000+
Type
convention
Guest List
Free Nightclub Entry
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About Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
What Is Collect-A-Con Las Vegas?
Collect-A-Con Las Vegas 2026 arrives at the Las Vegas Convention Center on June 20 and 21 — two days of the nation's largest trading card, anime, and pop culture collecting convention. The Las Vegas edition draws an estimated 20,000 collectors and fans to the LVCC for the Southwest's definitive buying, selling, and trading experience across sports cards, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Funko POPs, vintage toys, comics, and celebrity memorabilia. Over 1,000 vendor tables fill the convention center floor with inventory from raw vintage rookies to modern graded PSA slabs, sealed packs from multiple TCG formats, and exclusive show-only products that do not appear in online marketplaces. Collect-A-Con operates a general admission ticket model (typically $10 to $20 per day), with premium VIP early access passes that allow entry 1 to 2 hours before the general crowd opens — essential for competitive buyers targeting rare inventory. June in Las Vegas means summer has arrived — temperatures reach 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, but the Las Vegas Convention Center is fully air-conditioned throughout. The convention timing aligns with the heart of the Las Vegas pool party season: Encore Beach Club, Marquee Dayclub, Ayu Dayclub, and the newly opened Omnia Dayclub at Caesars Palace are all at full operating capacity in mid-June with headliner DJ programming on both convention days.
From the Attendee Guide
Badge Pickup & Show Hours
Badge Pickup
Collect-A-Con Las Vegas 2026 processes entry tickets at the Las Vegas Convention Center main entrance. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at the Collect-A-Con website or at the door; advance purchase is strongly recommended for VIP early access passes, which allow entry 1 to 2 hours before general admission opens and sell out well before the show. At the convention center entrance, ticket scanning is fast for advance purchase holders — have your QR code ready on your phone. General admission doors open at the published start time, and lines build quickly as the morning crowd arrives. The LVCC is a large venue — check the official Collect-A-Con floor map for the specific hall assignment before arriving, as the convention center hosts multiple events simultaneously and clear hall signage is critical for first-timers. The Las Vegas Monorail Convention Center Station provides direct access from multiple Strip hotels with service beginning before show open time on both days.
Show Floor Hours
Quick Tips for First-Timers
- VIP early access is essential if you are coming to buy. The best inventory at the most competitive prices is gone within the first 30 to 60 minutes of vendor doors opening. If you have a specific card, set, or collectible you are targeting, VIP access is the difference between finding it and watching it sell before general admission opens. Purchase VIP passes well in advance through the Collect-A-Con website.
- Bring cash. Many smaller dealers at Collect-A-Con prefer cash transactions for smaller purchases; card readers are common but not universal across 1,000+ vendor tables. Having $200 to $400 in cash gives you flexibility and often enables direct negotiation for bulk purchases. ATMs inside the LVCC are limited and can run out of cash during high-volume convention days.
- June in Las Vegas is full summer — 100 to 105 degrees outside. The LVCC is air-conditioned, but the walk from the parking garage or the monorail station can be warm. Wear light clothing, bring a reusable water bottle, and hydrate throughout the day. The LVCC has water refill stations throughout the convention floor.
- The Las Vegas Monorail Convention Center station makes the LVCC accessible from multiple Strip hotels without a car or rideshare. A day pass ($13) is more economical than individual rides if you plan to use the monorail multiple times across both days. Trains run every 4 to 12 minutes during peak hours, with service to Harrah's / LINQ, Bally's / Paris, MGM Grand, and other stations.
Getting There
How to Get to Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
Parking
The LVCC has large surface lots and a parking garage surrounding the complex. Expect to pay $15–25 per day during major shows. Lots fill up fast — arrive before 9 AM or consider rideshare instead.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Uber and Lyft have a designated pickup and dropoff area on Convention Center Drive. Surge pricing is common during morning arrivals and evening departures — stagger your schedule to avoid the rush.
Public Transit / Monorail
The Las Vegas Monorail has a dedicated Convention Center station with direct service to Strip hotels from MGM Grand to the Sahara. A single ride is $5 and a full-day pass is $13. During peak convention hours the monorail is often faster than driving.
Walking from the Strip
The north end of the Las Vegas Strip is about a 15-minute walk from the LVCC. The monorail makes it easy to reach central and south Strip hotels in under 10 minutes.
Vegas After Hours
Nightlife During Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
When 20,000 convention attendees descend on Las Vegas for Collect-A-Con Las Vegas, the nightlife scene shifts into a higher gear. The Strip's biggest clubs extend their lineups, book marquee DJs, and host industry-specific after-parties to capture the surge. Expect longer peak hours, busier dance floors, and an electric atmosphere that feeds off the energy of the convention crowd. Whether your group is celebrating a successful day of meetings or just looking to unwind, you will find every style of nightlife within minutes of your hotel.
Convention weeks create a unique dynamic in Vegas. The typical weekend tourist crowd blends with professionals who are in town on expense accounts and looking to make the most of their evenings. Bottle service tables sell out faster than usual, especially at venues like XS, OMNIA, and Marquee. If VIP seating is on your radar, booking early is strongly recommended. For everyone else, the guest list is the smartest move — it guarantees free entry and lets you skip the general-admission line that grows significantly during major convention weeks.
The best part of going out during Collect-A-Con Las Vegas is the social element. You will run into colleagues, competitors, and new contacts on the dance floor. Some of the most productive conversations at any convention happen after midnight over cocktails, not on the show floor. Strip clubs like Sapphire and Crazy Horse III are also extremely popular with convention groups — free guest list from your hotel and no cover through our guest list make it an easy choice for groups of any size.
After the Show
Collect-A-Con Las Vegas After Dark — Nightlife Picks
Collect-A-Con Las Vegas lands mid-June — the pool party season is fully active and the Las Vegas nightclub calendar is at its summer peak. The convention closes at 5 PM on Saturday (June 20) and 4 PM on Sunday (June 21), leaving the full evening free on both days. Saturday night is the prime nightclub and pool party night of the trip. The collecting hobby community spans a broad age range, but the active 21+ convention attendees at Collect-A-Con Las Vegas have strong crossover with card gaming, anime, and pop culture communities — groups with significant overlap in electronic music and club culture. Encore Beach Club's Saturday programming in June features consistent summer headliner bookings, and the LVCC and EBC are connected by the Las Vegas Monorail, making a post-convention pool party transition straightforward without rideshare. For Sunday, the 4 PM close gives an extended evening in Las Vegas before Monday departures.
Encore Beach Club
Pool Party
June is peak EBC season. Encore Beach Club is a 10-minute monorail ride from the LVCC — the easiest possible transition from convention floor to pool party. Saturday afternoon programming runs until 5 or 6 PM. Register for free guest list through NoCoverVegas.
XS Nightclub
Nightclub
Wynn Las Vegas's flagship nightclub features its strongest summer headliner bookings in June. XS is the premier nightclub experience in Las Vegas — consistently booked headliner DJ talent in a setting that matches the adult Collect-A-Con demographic well.
Omnia Dayclub
Pool Party (New 2026)
The brand-new Omnia Dayclub at Caesars Palace opens in May 2026. Collect-A-Con attendees will be among the first to experience this new 46,000 sq ft dayclub. June programming includes summer headliner residencies. Free guest list through NoCoverVegas.
Marquee Nightclub
Nightclub
The Cosmopolitan's dual-room nightclub with EDM and hip-hop options. Marquee in June has strong summer bookings and serves groups with varied music preferences across a long Saturday night.
Hakkasan Nightclub
Nightclub
MGM Grand's multi-level mega-club runs consistent summer headliner programming in June. Hakkasan is accessible via the Las Vegas Monorail for attendees staying on the south or central Strip.
Zouk Nightclub
Nightclub
Resorts World's underground electronic music club — the best option for Collect-A-Con attendees interested in the deeper end of electronic music. The Resorts World campus is a short walk from the LVCC or one monorail stop from the Convention Center station.
Skip the Cover Charge
How to Get Free Entry During Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
Cover charges at Las Vegas nightclubs typically run $30 to $75 per person during convention weeks, and lines can stretch past an hour. Here is how to skip both.
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Sign Up for the Guest List
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page with your name, phone number, group size, and hotel. It takes less than thirty seconds.
- 2
Get Your Confirmation
You will receive a text message confirming your spot on the guest list along with details about your free guest list entry from your hotel.
- 3
Show Up and Walk In
Your car arrives at the scheduled time. When you reach the venue, give the host your name — you bypass the general-admission line and enter with no cover charge. That is it. No catch, no minimum spend required.
Make the Most of Your Trip
Insider Tips for Collect-A-Con Las Vegas Attendees
Balance Your Schedule
Convention days are long and draining. If you plan to go out at night, map out which sessions and booths are must-sees so you can leave the show floor by late afternoon. A short break at your hotel between the convention and dinner makes a massive difference in your energy level for the evening ahead.
Pick the Right Nights
The first night of Collect-A-Con Las Vegas is usually the wildest — everyone has just arrived and the excitement is high. The final night tends to be more relaxed as attendees pack and prepare for early flights. For the best club lineups, Friday and Saturday nights always deliver regardless of the convention calendar.
Recovery Game Plan
Hydration is everything in the desert. Keep a water bottle on you during the convention and match every cocktail with a glass of water at night. Order room service breakfast or grab a quick bite at your hotel before heading to the venue — skipping breakfast after a late night is a recipe for a miserable afternoon on the show floor.
Book as a Group
Heading out with colleagues or clients? Larger groups get better treatment at every venue in Las Vegas. When you sign up for the guest list, include your full group count so we can arrange a ride that fits everyone and ensure your party walks in together. Groups of six or more can often request reserved seating at no extra cost.
Pool Parties During Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
Convention sessions typically wrap by 5 PM. That leaves the perfect window for a pool party before dinner. Las Vegas dayclubs operate March through October with free guest list entry — a popular choice for networking or blowing off steam after a full day of sessions and exhibits.
After the Show
Top Nightclubs During Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
XS Nightclub
Wynn Las Vegas
OMNIA Nightclub
Caesars Palace
Hakkasan
MGM Grand
Marquee Nightclub
The Cosmopolitan
TAO Nightclub
The Venetian
Zouk Nightclub
Resorts World
Gentlemen's Clubs
Strip Clubs During Collect-A-Con Las Vegas
Las Vegas strip clubs are a popular after-hours option during convention week. Most offer free guest list entry and complimentary transportation from your hotel — no cover, no minimums.
Sapphire Las Vegas
Crazy Horse 3
Treasures
Hustler Club
Spearmint Rhino
Peppermint Hippo
Kings of Hustler
Palomino Club
Little Darlings
Deja Vu Showgirls
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Collect-A-Con Las Vegas — FAQ
When and where is Collect-A-Con Las Vegas 2026?
Collect-A-Con Las Vegas 2026 takes place Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Show hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday. The Las Vegas Convention Center is accessible via the Las Vegas Monorail from multiple Strip hotels using the Convention Center station. VIP early access passes provide entry 1 to 2 hours before general admission opens — purchase in advance online at collectaconusa.com.
Is Collect-A-Con Las Vegas free to attend?
Collect-A-Con operates a paid ticket model, typically in the $10 to $20 range per day for general admission. VIP early access passes are priced higher and sell out in advance. Confirm ticket prices for the 2026 Las Vegas edition at the official Collect-A-Con website (collectaconusa.com) before traveling. Children may receive discounted or free admission under a certain age — verify the current children's admission policy online. Parking at the LVCC is $15 to $25 per day if driving; the Las Vegas Monorail from Strip hotels is the no-parking-cost alternative.
What collectibles can I find at Collect-A-Con Las Vegas?
Collect-A-Con Las Vegas draws over 1,000 vendor tables with inventory spanning: raw and graded sports cards (basketball, football, baseball, hockey) including vintage rookies and modern parallels; Pokémon cards in raw, sealed, and PSA-graded formats; Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece TCG, and other trading card games; Funko POPs; comic books and original art; vintage toys and action figures; celebrity autographs and signed memorabilia; anime merchandise; and show-exclusive inventory from featured vendors. The scale of the show creates competitive pricing as dealers compete with adjacent booths for buyer attention — a strong environment for negotiating deals on high-end inventory.
Are there pool parties during Collect-A-Con Las Vegas weekend?
Yes — mid-June is the peak of Las Vegas pool party season. All major dayclubs are operating at full capacity with headliner DJ programming: Encore Beach Club at Wynn, Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan, Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World, and the brand-new Omnia Dayclub at Caesars Palace. Pool parties run from 11 AM to approximately 5 to 6 PM. The convention closes at 5 PM on Saturday and 4 PM on Sunday, making the transition from show floor to pool party feasible on both days — particularly on Sunday, when the early close gives more afternoon time. Pool party guest list registration is available through NoCoverVegas.
How hot is Las Vegas in June during Collect-A-Con?
Las Vegas in mid-June is full summer — daytime highs of 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit are typical, with evening temperatures dropping to the mid to high 80s after sunset. The Las Vegas Convention Center is fully air-conditioned throughout the show floor, so the event experience itself is comfortable. The heat primarily affects travel between your hotel and the LVCC, outdoor walking on the Strip during the day, and pool party conditions in the peak early-afternoon hours. Carrying a reusable water bottle, staying hydrated, and moderating alcohol intake during outdoor daytime activities are the key precautions for Las Vegas in June.
Can I go to nightclubs during Collect-A-Con Las Vegas?
Absolutely. Las Vegas nightclubs operate year-round and convention weeks are some of their busiest periods. Most venues open at 10:30 PM and run until 4 AM. Sign up for a free guest list to skip cover charges and long general-admission lines.
Is there free transportation to nightclubs during Collect-A-Con Las Vegas?
Yes. When you sign up through our guest list, you receive a free guest list entry from your hotel to the venue. The guest list is completely free with no obligation to purchase anything at the club.
What is the best night to go out during Collect-A-Con Las Vegas?
The first and second nights of the convention tend to have the biggest crowds and the most energy. Many attendees save the final night for a quieter dinner instead. Friday and Saturday nights always have the strongest DJ lineups regardless of the convention schedule.
How should I dress for Las Vegas nightclubs?
Nightclubs on the Strip enforce a dress code. Men should wear collared shirts or stylish button-downs with dress shoes — no athletic wear, shorts, or sandals. Women have more flexibility but upscale attire is expected. If you are coming straight from the convention, plan to change at your hotel first.
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