Connect. Collect. Trade.

About the Expo

Trade’em Up Expo brings collectors, gamers, artists, vendors, and families together for an unforgettable tabletop weekend.

About the Expo

Our Event

About Trade'Em Up Expo

Trade'Em Up Expo is more than a convention—it's a community built for collectors, gamers, creators, and fans who share a passion for anime and tabletop culture.

Founded with the vision of creating the ultimate destination for anime, trading cards, tabletop games, collectibles, cosplay, and hobby enthusiasts, Trade'Em Up Expo brings together hundreds of vendors, artists, creators, tournament organizers, and thousands of attendees for an unforgettable three-day experience.

Whether you're searching for rare collectibles, competing in tournaments, discovering your next favorite game, meeting fellow hobbyists, chatting about your favorite anime, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, Trade'Em Up Expo is designed to celebrate every corner of the pop culture community.

What You'll Find

  • 350+ Vendors featuring trading cards, collectibles, games, toys, anime merchandise, comics, accessories, and more.
  • TCG, Beyblade, and Fighting Game tournaments for players of every skill level.
  • Gunpla workshops, demonstrations, and interactive experiences.
  • Exclusive merchandise, collectibles, and special event promotions.
  • Cosplay encouraged throughout the weekend with a welcoming environment for fans of every fandom.
  • Live DJs, entertainment, community activities, and experiences for attendees of all ages.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple:

Connect. Collect. Trade. Play.

We believe the hobby is about more than buying and selling—it's about building friendships, sharing knowledge, creating memories, and strengthening the communities that make these hobbies so special.

Trade'Em Up Expo was created to provide a professional, inclusive, and exciting event where vendors can grow their businesses, creators can showcase their work, players can compete, and fans can immerse themselves in everything they love.

The destination

American Dream Mall

Experience the expo at one of the region’s most exciting entertainment destinations.

Date
October 2–4
Hours
VIP entry 10:00 AM · General entry 11:00 AM
Location
1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
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Expo venue American Dream