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VeeFriends Hits The Road For 2026 Summer Events & TCG Tournaments | Locations, Dates, & How To Attend
Cardboard Summer is officially in full swing, and VeeFriends is hitting the road. The next several months are loaded with VeeFriends events, tournaments, and community energy.
This is your official rundown of where to find the VeeFriends team this summer and fall, including two more stops on the road to the 2026 VeeFriends TCG Championship, where the top 64 competitors on the official VeeFriends leaderboard will battle it out in NYC this October.
Whether you’re a longtime collector, a TCG competitor chasing championship points, or someone discovering VeeFriends for the first time, there’s a stop on this lineup for you. Let’s get into the calendar.
Card City Expo — Fredericksburg, VA
VeeFriends is heading to Card City Expo in Fredericksburg, VA!
Join us at one of the DMV’s biggest TCG & collectibles weekends featuring 600+ vendor tables, creators, giveaways, live experiences, and more. Stop by to shop VeeFriends products, connect with the community, and celebrate all things collectibles.
Where: Fredericksburg Convention Center (Fredricksburg, VA)
When: May 30th — May 31st
Where to buy Tickets: CardCityExpo.com (children 8 and under are FREE!)
Got Sole NYC — New York, NY
VeeFriends is heading to Got Sole NYC!
Join us for one of the biggest collectibles & sneaker events in New York City featuring top vendors, trading cards, vintage, streetwear, and culture all under one roof. Stop by the VeeFriends booth for products, giveaways, and community vibes throughout the day.
GaryVee will be making a special appearance in the afternoon!
Where: Pier 36 — NYC
When: June 20th from 12pm — 6pm
Where to buy tickets: https://www.gotsole.com/newyork
Fanatics Fest — New York, NY
VeeFriends is returning to Fanatics Fest NYC for another huge year.
With Cardboard Summer in full swing, we’re bringing the full VeeFriends energy to NYC including 2026 Topps Chrome VeeFriends, community moments, giveaways, and more across one of the biggest weekends in sports culture and the hobby.
Come hang with the VeeFriends team as fans, collectors, creators, athletes, and brands all collide under one roof.
Where: Javits Center When:: July 16th — July 19th, 2026Where to buy tickets: tickets.fanaticsevents.com
Use the code VEEFRIENDS10 to receive a discount!
San Diego Comic-Con — San Diego, CA
While VeeFriends won’t have an official booth at San Diego Comic-Con this year, members of the VeeFriends team will be floating around San Diego all weekend long.
Keep up with VeeFriends socials throughout the weekend for potential surprise-and-delight moments, plus a special PSA x VeeFriends Comic Book Collaboration at the PSA Booth at SDCC.
Where: San Diego Convention CenterWhen: July 23rd — July 26th
And while we’re in town, the road to the Championship makes its next stop…
VeeFriends TCG Qualifier #2 — San Diego Comic-Con
The second of three official 2026 VeeFriends TCG qualifiers goes down during SDCC weekend, and it’s open to the public. Compete for championship points, exclusive prizes, and a chance to qualify for the 2026 VeeFriends TCG Championship in New York this October.
1st Place Prize Package:
$1,000 store credit at VeeFriends ShopA one-of-a-kind custom framed artwork, hand-drawn by VeeFriends Executive Creative Director D.J. Coffman (1/1)A VeeFriends Custom T-Shirt (1/1)
Event Details:
When: Saturday, July 25th, 2026Where: San Diego, CaliforniaTime: 4:00 PM — 9:00 PM PT (Check-in begins at 2:30 PM PT)Registration Deadline: Friday, July 24th @ 11:59 PM PTInterest Form: https://veefriends.com/forms/tcg-interest
Note: The VeeFriends TCG Play Network is currently getting an update. Use the form (linked above) to express your interest in upcoming VeeFriends TCG tournaments — we’ll follow up with you directly once registration goes live.
The National Sports Collectors Convention — Rosemont, IL
VeeFriends is heading back to The National Sports Collectors Convention for another massive year in the hobby.
As one of the biggest moments in collectibles culture, The National continues to bring together the entire hobby community. VeeFriends is excited to be part of it once again with featured products, giveaways, and community experiences throughout the week. Expect big energy, exciting moments, and a major VeeFriends presence all weekend long.
Where: Donald E. Stephens Convention CenterWhen: July 29th — August 2ndWhere to buy tickets: nsccshow.com/tickets
And while we’re in town, the road to the Championship makes its next stop…
VeeFriends TCG Qualifier #3 — The National
The third and final qualifier of the 2026 season takes place during The National in Rosemont, IL. This is your last shot at locking in points before the Championship field is set.
1st Place Prize Package:
$1,000 store credit at VeeFriends ShopA one-of-a-kind custom framed artwork, hand-drawn by VeeFriends Creative Producer Jim Rugg (1/1)A VeeFriends Custom T-Shirt (1/1)
Event Details:
When: Friday, July 31st, 2026Location: Rosemont, IllinoisTime: 5:00 PM — 11:00 PM CT (Check-in begins at 3:00 PM CT)Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 30th @ 11:59 PM CTInterest Form: https://veefriends.com/forms/tcg-interest
Note: The VeeFriends TCG Play Network is currently getting an update. Use the form (linked above) to express your interest in upcoming VeeFriends TCG tournaments — we’ll follow up with you directly once registration goes live.
New York Comic Con — New York, NY
Yes, VeeFriends is returning to New York Comic Con.
We’re excited to continue building and expanding the VeeFriends comic universe with even more comics, more artists, more storytelling, and more community moments throughout the weekend. From Artist Alley energy to exciting collaborations and surprises, we can’t wait to keep exploring what’s next for the VeeFriends universe alongside one of the biggest pop culture communities in the world.
Where: Javits CenterWhen: October 8th — October 11th, 2026Where to buy tickets: newyorkcomiccon.com (sale begins June 24th at 12:00 PM ET)
2026 VeeFriends TCG Championship
The road ends in New York City. After two more qualifiers and months of points chasing, the 2026 VeeFriends TCG Championship crowns this season’s champion in NYC this October.
Event Details:
When: Saturday, October 10th, 2026Where: New York, New YorkTime: 4:00 PM — 11:00 PM ET (Check-in begins at 2:00 PM ET)How To Qualify: Top 64 in points on the official VeeFriends leaderboard
VeeFriends will introduce a last chance entry / application system for empty spots (more information to follow closer to the Championship)
Stay tuned as the Championship prize details will be announced soon!
2026 VeeFriends TCG Tournament Updates & Reminders
Reminder: Leaderboard points will only be earned at the four VeeFriends-hosted tournaments.
Points Structure for 2026 (tracked through the VeeFriends Play Network):
Participation Point: 1 pointMatch Wins: 2 points each
Tournament Structure:
Swiss Rounds: 5 Rounds of Swiss (Best-of-3 Matches)Top Cut: After Swiss, the Top 16 players advance to a Single Elimination Top Cut (Best-of-3 Matches)Final Showdown: The Top 2 players compete in the Championship Match to determine the qualifier tournament winner (Best-of-3 Matches)
How To Play In 2026 VeeFriends Official TCG Qualifiers:
TCG qualifiers are open to the public, but competitors must register on the official event pages to participate prior to each individual event deadline.
How To Qualify For The 2026 VeeFriends TCG Championship:
The top 64 in points on the official VeeFriends leaderboard qualify. VeeFriends will introduce a last chance entry / application system for empty spots (more information to follow closer to the Championship).
Official VeeFriends TCG Rules:
Review the most up-to-date Official VeeFriends TCG Events Rulebook on our site.
Questions? Reach out to tcgevents@veefriends.com.
Introducing The VeeFriends Calendar
We’re excited to unveil something new: the official VeeFriends Calendar.
This online calendar, which is now live on the VeeFriends website, is your one-stop hub for everything happening in the VeeFriends universe, including dated listings for:
Announcements — major news and revealsEvents — convention appearances, tournaments, meetups, and live experiencesLaunches — new product drops, releases, and collaborationsClaim Windows — important dates for NFT holders to claim, redeem, or unlock
Whether you’re tracking the next Cardboard Summer stop, mapping out your TCG qualifier travel, or making sure you don’t miss a drop or claim window, the calendar is built to keep you in the loop and ahead of the moment.
Every summer event in this announcement, and plenty more to come, will live on the VeeFriends Calendar. Bookmark it, check back often, and use it to plan your VeeFriends year.
Check out the VeeFriends Calendar here: veefriends.com/calendar
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