💡 The Start of a Dream

The Maximum Card Show didn’t begin with business plans or big budgets—it began with a dream shared between a father and his son. Max and his dad spent countless evenings talking about cards, community, and the kind of place they wished existed. A place where collectors of all ages could walk in and instantly feel at home. A place filled with excitement, kindness, and the simple joy of sharing something you love.

Max didn’t just want to host a card show. He wanted to build a space where strangers became friends, where kids traded their first cards with trembling excitement, and where seasoned collectors shared stories that lit up their eyes. That dream—rooted in love, passion, and family—became the heartbeat of the Maximum Card Show.

💪 The Road Wasn’t Easy

The journey wasn’t smooth. Max heard “no” more times than he could count. Venues hesitated. Vendors weren’t sure. Some people doubted whether a young dreamer could pull off something this big. But every time Max felt discouraged, his dad reminded him why they started. They believed in the community they loved—and they believed in each other.

Together, they kept pushing. They refined the vision, reached out to collectors, and poured their hearts into every detail. And then, finally, the breakthrough came: a venue at the Hilton Garden Inn in Bellevue, Washington. It wasn’t just a location—it felt like the first real step toward something magical.

🚀 The First Show Was a Hit

When the doors opened on that first show, Max stood at the entrance with his dad by his side. What they saw took their breath away. Smiling faces. Kids tugging their parents inside. Collectors greeting each other like old friends. The room buzzed with laughter, trades, and pure joy.

Vendor tables sold out. Tickets vanished. And in that moment, Max realized something powerful: their dream wasn’t just alive—it was bigger than they ever imagined.

📆 September 13: Bigger and Bolder

The next show on September 13 felt like a celebration. The crowd was huge, the energy was electric, and the community showed up with even more love than before. There were bumps, sure—but every challenge only proved how much people cared. The Maximum Card Show wasn’t a one-time spark. It was becoming a tradition.

📆 November 22: The Big Leap

By November, the show had grown into something extraordinary. With over 115 tables at the Seattle Marriott Bellevue, the room felt like a world of its own—full of stories, smiles, and connections. Vendors were happier. Collectors had more space to explore. And Max felt a quiet pride knowing how far they’d come.

🎄 December 27: A Holiday Miracle

Just after Christmas, the show felt like a gift wrapped in magic. People traveled from Hawaii, New York, Portland, and beyond—drawn by the warmth and excitement of the Maximum Card Show. Vendors were glowing. Kids were beaming. It felt like Santa himself had sprinkled a little extra joy over the event.

Max even got interviewed, and seeing his passion recognized made the moment unforgettable. As the day wrapped up, it was clear: the new year wasn’t just going to be good—it was going to be epic.

🌟 This Is Just the Beginning

The Maximum Card Show is more than an event. It’s a family. A community. A movement built on passion, connection, and the belief that collecting isn’t just about cards—it’s about people.

Max and his team are dreaming bigger than ever: more cities, more tables, more memories that last a lifetime. And with every show, they carry forward the same heart that started it all—a father, a son, and a dream they refused to let go.

And now, they’d love for you to be part of the journey.