Bradenton Area Collectorfest 2026 is happening Sunday, March 1st from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 600 US-41 in Palmetto, Florida. This one-day show features over 7,000 square feet of toys, games, comics, die-cast, and collectibles. Early bird tickets are $15 for entry from 9:00 AM to noon, and afternoon tickets are $10 for entry after noon. Kids under 12 get free Hot Wheels or Pokémon cards. Parking is free.
The show covers vintage and modern toys across every major line. Star Wars, Hot Toys, GI Joe, Marvel and DC characters, Lego, Hot Wheels, Funko, Godzilla, Transformers, and Ghostbusters are all represented. Girls’ toys include Barbie, Strawberry Shortcake, Care Bears, and American Girl Dolls. Whether you’re collecting one specific line or just browsing, the variety here covers multiple generations of toys.
Retro gaming vendors bring vintage and modern Atari, Nintendo, Sony PlayStation, and Sega Genesis games. Comic vendors have graded and raw books available. Artists who fit the show’s vibe are also set up, adding original artwork and commissions to the mix.
The early bird ticket at $15 gets you in at 9:00 AM when doors open. That’s your best shot at finding the rare pieces before other collectors grab them. Afternoon tickets at $10 let you in after noon, which works if you’re just browsing or looking for deals later in the day when vendors might be more willing to negotiate.
Kids under 12 get free Hot Wheels or Pokémon cards, which is a solid incentive for families. Bringing kids to toy shows lets them see what collecting looks like and maybe start their own collections. Free parking at the venue means you’re not paying extra just to show up.
The location at 600 US-41 in Palmetto is easy to reach from Bradenton, Sarasota, and Tampa. US-41 is a major route through the area, so getting there is straightforward. Parking is free and handled by the hotel.
Florida Toy Shows & Expos runs these events regularly, and they know how to set up a good mix of vendors. You’re getting dealers who specialize in specific toy lines, general vintage toy vendors, and sellers with modern releases. That variety keeps the show interesting whether you’re hunting one thing or just seeing what’s out there.
One day shows have a different energy than multi-day conventions. Everyone knows they’ve got limited time, so vendors are set up and ready, and collectors move through tables efficiently. Seven hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM gives you enough time to work through everything without feeling rushed.
Tickets are available through Eventeny. Early bird entry from 9:00 AM to noon is $15 plus fees. Afternoon entry after noon is $10 plus fees. All tickets are non-refundable, so make sure you’re committed before buying.
Collectorfest is Sunday, March 1st, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 600 US-41 in Palmetto. Free parking, kids get free Hot Wheels or Pokémon cards, and over 7,000 square feet of collectibles to browse.
Beam Me Up Scotty
Born and raised in the city of Miami. Lifelong pro wrestling fan. Been deep in the 'zine scene since ’84, interviewing locals, Hardcore, Punk, and Metal bands. Spent 26 years in the comic book biz and still obsessed with all things pop culture—Mego, Micronauts, Shogun Warriors, Die-Cast Metal Super Robots, you name it. I can go on about comic books and bad movies all day.
