Topps Collector Destination at the 2026 NFL Draft

Everything You Need to Know

The Topps Collector Destination at the 2026 NFL Draft brings fans and collectors together in Pittsburgh for a fully immersive Hobby experience. From free packs to player appearances, this event connects football culture with trading card collecting in real time.

Topps Draft Event Quick Guide:
What to Expect | Event Hours | Player Appearances | Hobby Shops on Site | Collector Celebration Day |

What to Expect on Site

The Topps Collector Destination is designed as a multi-layered experience:

• Interactive activations with hands-on collecting moments
• Hobby shop marketplace featuring dealers from across the U.S.
• Live programming with athletes and hobby personalities
• Pack giveaways tied to Topps Chrome Football

Event Hours

The Topps Collector Destination will be open across all three days of the NFL Draft:

• Thursday, April 23: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET
• Friday, April 24: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET
• Saturday, April 25: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET

Each day carries its own pace, with a full schedule of programming and access to every activation throughout the space.

Player Appearances

NFL greats will appear throughout the weekend, bringing personal storytelling and history into the collector experience, and giving fans the chance to connect directly with the game.

Thursday, April 23

• Hines Ward, 12:30–1:30 p.m. ET
• Jerome Bettis, 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET
• Terry Bradshaw, 6:00–7:00 p.m. ET

Friday, April 24

• Kyle Brandt, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
• James Conner, 1:30–2:30 p.m. ET
• Mark Ingram, 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET
• Ryan Shazier, 4:00–5:00 p.m. ET

Saturday, April 25

• James Harrison, 10:15–11:15 a.m. ET
• Joey Porter Sr., 10:15–11:15 a.m. ET
• Joey Porter Jr., 10:15-11:15 a.m. ET
• Heath Miller, 12:00-12:30 p.m. ET
• Damar Hamlin, 12:30-1:00 p.m. ET

Hobby Shops Joining the Fun

Eight hobby shops from across the country will be on site, each representing an NFL Division and bringing sealed wax along with single cards from all four teams in their division. From premium cards to dollar-box gems, these shops are here to help collectors at every level find something worth taking home.

• Neighborhood Card Shop (NFC West)
• Wheelhouse (NFC East)
• Real Sportscards (NFC North)
• Indy Card Exchange (AFC South
• Dave & Adams Card World (AFC East)
• Steel City Collectibles (AFC North)
• CardVault (AFC West)
• CardsHQ (NFC South)

Don’t Miss: Topps Collector Celebration Day, 4/25

Saturday features Topps Collector Celebration Day, a FREE, family-friendly event designed for fans of all ages.*

It’s the peak of the weekend, bringing together collectors, casual fans, and the broader football community in one shared space.

*Bringing Cards? Please enter from the the South or West Premium Credential Entries between 9 AM and 1 PM

A Return to Football Collecting

The 2026 NFL Draft marks a meaningful moment for Topps, as it reestablishes its presence in football cards. The Topps Collector Destination represents a central meeting point where tradition meets the modern Hobby.

From opening packs to meeting legends, the experience captures what makes The Hobby special: connection, discovery, and community.

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