Events

Card shows and events in Mattoon

Every published date below has a source page an editor checked; none are inferred from a shop category or service flag. Times are Mattoon local.

2 confirmed card shows and TCG events in Mattoon, IL. Next: Dec 4, 2026 — Corn Belt Card Show (Emerald Acres).

Upcoming dates

Dec4
Card show
Corn Belt Card Show (Emerald Acres)
Fri, Dec 4 12:00 PM – Sat, Dec 5 8:00 PM

Jan8
Card show
The Corn Belt Card Show Cross County Mall January 2027
Fri, Jan 8 12:00 PM – Sun, Jan 10 3:00 PM

What to expect and what to bring.

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