Card Conservation Convention 2026

The first-ever convention dedicated to trading card conservation, restoration, and grading education is coming to Las Vegas!
Join us on June 19, 2026 for a full day of expert panels, hands-on workshops, networking, and an exclusive Trade Night session. This event is held the day before Collect-a-con weekend (not affiliated with this event) at the LVCC.
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SCHEDULE
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Expert Panel Sessions
Three presentations covering:
- Card restoration techniques (cleaning, buying strategies, heat press methods, secret weapon tools, minor repairs)
- Grading demystified (what graders look for, common myths, maximizing value)
- SPECIAL GUEST (will be annoced after early bird ticketing ends and ticket prices go up)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch & Networking
Included with your ticket! Connect with fellow collectors and speakers.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Hands-On Workshop
- Live Restoration Demo — Watch experts demonstrate professional techniques on real cards

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Q&A From Audience
- Grading Clinic — Bring your questions (or your cards) and get expert advice

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Giovanni's Outro
- Magnum Opus — A presentation to bring it altogether for what the future holds for card restoration artistans.

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Trade Night & Socialize
Open trading session! Bring your binders, want lists, and best deals. Get first access to trades before Collect-a-con opens the next day. Cash bar will be open for drinks. Music, giveaways, and suprises.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
All panel sessions & workshops
Lunch (dietary options available)
All-day beverages (coffee, tea, water, soda)
Access to Trade Night
Networking with industry experts & collectors
Special gift
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WHY ATTEND?
Learn from the best — Industry experts, grading experts, and top restoration creators
Network with your community — Meet fellow collectors and dealers face-to-face
Early trading advantage — Make deals before Collect-a-con opens
First-of-its-kind — Be part of the inaugural event shaping the future of card conservation
Fun — We are going to have a BLAST!
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LOCATION
WestGate which is VERY close to the Las Vegas Convention Center — perfect for Collect-a-con attendees (June 20-21)

Book your room at the west gate or one of the many surrounding properties near the LVCC. Downtown Las Vegas is a good option for budget seekers but you will need to uber.
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TICKET TIERS
- Super Early Bird: $149 (limited to 25 tickets)

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- VIP: $399 (limited to 15 tickets — includes swag bag, Giovanni Autographed Cleaning Kit, reserved seating, meet-and-greet)

Add-Ons Available:
- Swag Bag: $49 (Event T-Shirt, Stickers, Exclusive CCC26 Card Sleeves)
- Restoration Starter Kit: $99 (Giovanni's Card Cleaning Kit)

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QUESTIONS?
Email: [email protected]

STAY CONNECTED

• Discord: https://discord.com/invite/Psek8vHSN2
• Website: https://cardconservation.com/wiki/CCC_2026
• IG/YT/TikTok: @PokeMasterCenter
• Podcast: Cardboard Alchemists
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  Year 1 is intentionally small and focused. If we do this right, this is the start of something much bigger. See you in Vegas!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, 3000 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, United States

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