April 18, 2026
2nd Annual NC SPORTS CON
COMMUNITY SPORTS CONVENTION
Wendell, NC Community Center
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SPORTS CARDS & MEMORABILIA
Sports cards, Pokemon and unique items from top dealers.
MASCOT FUN
INTERACTIVE GAMES & EVENTS
Perfect for sports enthusiasts, families, and community members of all ages.
MEET & GREETS
ATHLETES & HOMETOWN HEROS
Specific Athlete(s) TBD
Autographs
Specific Athlete(s) TBD
RETAIL & VENDORS
Vendors Wanted
Get your booth and promote your services, sell merchandise, product demos, recruit for your local team to the community.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with us for this amazing event and get your business in front of the Wendell sports community.
Athletes Wanted
If you’re a current or former renowned athlete or a recognized figure in the local sports community, we invite you to be a part of our event’s “Who’s Who” of NC sports. As a special guest, you will receive complimentary VIP access, including exclusive amenities and privileges throughout the event.
NEWS & UPDATES
NC Sports Con is now accepting vendor and sponsor submissions for our 2026 event
We’re thrilled to announce that NC Sports Con is now accepting vendor and sponsor submissions for our 2026 event! For Vendors Sports cards/memorabilia, apparel, health, wellness, tech, local makers welcome Booth tier pricing, based on size, premium locations, power...
NC Sports Con Returns April 18, 2026 — Bigger Than Ever with More Sports, More Cards, and More Athletes.
After an incredible debut, NC Sports Con is officially back for 2026 — and this time, we’re going even bigger. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 18, 2026, as NC Sports Con returns to Wendell, NC with more sports, more trading cards, and more athletes than ever...
NC Sports Con Announces: Inside College Recruiting Panel
NC Sports Con is proud to present an exclusive panel discussion that brings together some of the most accomplished voices in the world of collegiate athletics. This special event is designed to inspire, inform, and ignite the dreams of the next generation of athletes....
Calling All Tar Heel Fans: UNC Legends & Rising Stars to Headline NC Sports Con
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UNC Legend Phil Ford to attend NC Sports Con with Exclusive Meet-and-Greet Session
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Vendor Registration Now Open for the NC Sports Convention
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NC Sports Con Announces Official Kick-Off Party in Conjunction with the Pace Yourself Wendell 5K
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