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Hunting for Pokemon cards? Maybe skip stores and try a card show

By Vincent Acovino,

Ava Berger, Sarah Handel

Published January 2, 2026 at 4:32 PM EST

Pokemon cards are having a moment, making it hard to find them in stores and at fair prices. Collectors say going to a card show is one way to find cards and fair prices.

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