RazMania Midwest Festival is set to bring together thousands of sports and trading card enthusiasts from across the Midwest to Metro Detroit on August 29-30, 2026. The two-day event, held at the UWM Sports Complex in Pontiac, Michigan, will feature over 50 professional athletes, hundreds of vendor booths, and a wide array of interactive experiences, making it one of the region’s premier sports and TCG collectibles festivals.
Attendees will have the opportunity to buy, sell, and trade sports cards, Pokémon, comics, memorabilia, and other collectibles, while also meeting athletes from the Detroit Lions and University of Michigan football, including Jameson Williams, Jake Bates, Jack Fox, Brock Wright, Hogan Hatten, Jordan Marshall, and many others. The event also includes autograph signings, photo opportunities, and interactive fan experiences such as a 40-yard dash, half-court shot, and field goal kicks.
Jason Raznick, founder of RazMania, emphasized the festival’s goal of uniting the entire collecting community. “Whether you’re a lifelong collector, a sports fan, a Pokémon enthusiast or someone attending their first card show, we want everyone to experience the excitement of discovering incredible collectibles, meeting athletes and connecting with others who share the same passion,” he said.
Beyond the commercial and entertainment aspects, RazMania is partnering with local youth organizations to give back to the community. In collaboration with Pontiac United and the Boys & Girls Club of Troy, the festival will host hundreds of local youth for a day of meeting athletes and exploring the hobby. Jeff Evans, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Troy, expressed enthusiasm: “Our kids are looking forward to getting autographs and meeting some of their local sports heroes.” Traciee Hirsch, founder and CEO of Pontiac United, added, “Opportunities like this allow our youth to experience something new, dream beyond their current surroundings, and see possibilities for their futures that they may not have imagined before.”
With thousands of attendees expected, the festival also presents significant marketing opportunities for vendors and sponsors. Vendor spaces and sponsorship packages are still available for businesses looking to reach a highly engaged collecting audience. Event details and registration can be found at RazManiaFest.com.
RazMania was founded by Jason Raznick, Patrick Lane, and Elliot Lane to create a destination where collectors, dealers, athletes, and fans can connect. The festival’s growth reflects the increasing popularity of sports card and TCG collecting, which has seen a resurgence in recent years. By combining athlete appearances with a robust vendor marketplace and community outreach, RazMania aims to inspire the next generation of collectors and strengthen the hobby community in the Midwest.
