Hong Kong has quietly become one of Asia's great card-trading cities, and if you collect the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the second half of 2026 still has plenty in store. The city's marquee spring and summer fairs have already wrapped — but the biggest autumn date is still ahead, with a winter blockbuster and a year-round tournament scene to follow. Here are the Pokémon TCG card shows in Hong Kong you can still attend in 2026, with dates, venues and how to get in.
In This Guide
- Which Pokémon card shows can you still catch in 2026?
- FIRM TCG Card Show (1–2 August)
- Hong Kong Trading Card Show (26–27 September)
- Grade10: Hong Kong's biggest card festival
- Where can you actually play? League Cups & tournaments
- The 2026 Hong Kong card-show calendar
- What should you bring to a card show?
- FAQ
Which Pokémon card shows can you still catch in 2026?
Be honest with your diary first: several of the year's biggest fairs have already been and gone. The March edition of the Hong Kong Trading Card Show, Grade10 Fest Summer in June (a Pokémon 30th-anniversary special) and Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong in late July are all in the rear-view mirror.
The good news is that the next one is almost here — the debut FIRM TCG Card Show lands on 1–2 August — the standout autumn fair is still to come, a winter festival almost always follows, and the competitive scene never really stops. If you missed the summer rush, you have not missed the year. For the wider events picture, keep an eye on our best things to do in Hong Kong this week.
FIRM TCG Card Show (1–2 August)
The very next date is the first-ever FIRM TCG Card Show, at AsiaWorld-Expo on 1–2 August 2026. This debut edition gathers local and international vendors around the big trading-card games — Pokémon, One Piece and Dragon Ball — alongside premium sports cards, all open to buy, sell and trade on the show floor.
It caters to both raw-card enthusiasts and graded-slab collectors, so whether you are hunting a rare Pokémon grail or just filling a set, there is plenty to dig through. The organiser splits the floor into a Zone A aimed at high-end global collectors chasing rare grails and a Zone B for interactive activities and blind boxes — handy if you are bringing family or just dropping in.
FIRM TCG Card Show
Run by Hold Key Group, FIRM is a brand-new show, so treat this first edition as one to explore. Confirm the latest ticketing details through the organiser (linked from the AsiaWorld-Expo event page), and arrive for the early hours if a specific grail is on your list.
Hong Kong Trading Card Show (26–27 September)
After FIRM, the Hong Kong Trading Card Show returns to AsiaWorld-Expo on 26 and 27 September 2026 — the autumn heavyweight to circle next. It is a two-day fair built around rare, vintage and modern cards, with dealers and collectors from across Hong Kong and Asia buying, selling and trading.
Pokémon is a headline category, sharing the floor with sports cards, One Piece and other TCGs across 150-plus booths in recent editions. There is usually a VIP hour before the doors open to the general public — a real advantage if you are chasing the rarest stock before it walks out the door.
Hong Kong Trading Card Show (香港交易卡展覽)
The organiser lists the show at AsiaWorld-Expo, easily reached on the Airport Express. Confirm hours, hall and the latest ticket prices on the official Hong Kong Trading Card Show website before you travel, as details can change. It pairs neatly with a wider day out — see our guide to the best shopping malls in Hong Kong for pre- or post-show browsing.
Grade10: Hong Kong's biggest card festival
If one brand has powered Hong Kong's rise as a card-trading hub, it is Grade10. Now owned by locally listed MemeStrategy (the company behind 9GAG), Grade10 runs the city's largest card shows, drawing 120-plus global exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors, plus grading partners such as PSA and CGC.
Grade10 typically stages both a summer and a winter festival. The summer 2026 edition (its fifth) ran in June with a Pokémon 30th-anniversary theme, and past winter shows have landed in November — the 2025 winter festival was held on 22–23 November at the Hopewell Hotel in Wan Chai. A winter 2026 edition is expected but had not been officially dated at the time of writing, so follow Grade10's own channels for the announcement rather than assuming a date.
Where can you actually play? League Cups & tournaments
Fairs are for buying and trading; if you want to play competitive Pokémon TCG, the action happens year-round at official Play! Pokémon stores. League Challenges and the higher-stakes League Cups run regularly across the city, awarding Championship Points and exclusive prizes to top finishers.
The simplest way to find one is the official Play! Pokémon Event Locator, which lists sanctioned events near you; local hobby shops also post their own tournament schedules. Hong Kong sits within the regional circuit too, so committed players can chase points beyond the city. Bringing younger players? Our round-up of kid-friendly activities in Hong Kong has more ideas for a family day.
The 2026 Hong Kong card-show calendar
Pokémon & trading-card events in Hong Kong, 2026
| Event | Dates | Venue | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Trading Card Show (spring) | 14–15 Mar 2026 | AsiaWorld-Expo | Passed |
| Grade10 Fest Summer (5th edition) | 19–21 Jun 2026 | Hopewell Hotel, Wan Chai | Passed |
| Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong | 24–28 Jul 2026 | HKCEC, Wan Chai | Passed |
| FIRM TCG Card Show (1st edition) | 1–2 Aug 2026 | AsiaWorld-Expo (Hall 11) | Upcoming |
| Hong Kong Trading Card Show (autumn) | 26–27 Sep 2026 | AsiaWorld-Expo | Upcoming |
| Grade10 winter festival | Expected Nov 2026 (TBC) | Usually Hopewell Hotel | Watch for dates |
| Play! Pokémon League Cups | Year-round | Official stores citywide | Ongoing |
*Confirmed dates as published; the Grade10 winter edition was not officially dated at the time of writing. Always check the organiser before you go.
What should you bring to a card show?
A little preparation goes a long way at a busy fair. Carry cash as well as your phone for mobile payments, since not every vendor takes cards, and set a firm budget before you walk in — the atmosphere is designed to tempt you.
Bring penny sleeves and a toploader or binder to protect anything you buy, and if you are selling or trading, come organised. Grading companies such as PSA and CGC often take submissions on site, so it is worth knowing roughly what your cards are worth first. Finally, buy from reputable dealers and learn the basics of spotting fakes — and if the rarest chase cards matter to you, a VIP ticket for early entry can be the difference between landing one and missing out. For more collectible-hunting grounds, browse the city's best markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
First stop: 1–2 August
Set your budget, sort your binder and plan the trip out to AsiaWorld-Expo. The debut FIRM TCG Card Show is the next Pokémon card date on the 2026 calendar, with the Hong Kong Trading Card Show to follow on 26–27 September.