Custom Designed Displays & Exhibit Rentals at National Sports Collectors Convention
Your premier, full-service exhibit partner, providing custom trade show booths and LED video wall exhibit rentals for The National, handling everything from design to dismantle.
July-August
About the National Sports Collectors Convention
National Sports Collectors Convention (The National) is the largest annual gathering of sports memorabilia and trading card collectors, dealers, and industry professionals in the world. The five-day event convenes trading card dealers, sports memorabilia collectors, authenticators and graders, auction house representatives, sports manufacturer representatives, athletes for autograph signings, and trading card hobby media from across the United States, Canada, and select international collector markets. The exhibitor base concentrates on trading cards across baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer; vintage and modern sports memorabilia; autographed jerseys, equipment, and photographs; grading and authentication services; auction houses; trading card supplies and storage; and Topps, Panini, Upper Deck, and other manufacturer exhibits. For sports collectibles brands, the National is the year’s largest concentrated global hobby buyer audience.
What to Expect
Celebrity Athlete Autograph Signings
The autograph lineup typically exceeds 100 current and former athletes across major sports, the largest concentrated celebrity signing event in the trading card hobby.
500,000 Sq Ft of Continuous Trading Card Floor
The venue hosts 500,000 sq ft of continuous floor space featuring 600+ of the country's most prolific trading card and sports memorabilia dealers.
Major Manufacturer and Grading Service Exhibits
Topps, Panini, Upper Deck, PSA, BGS, SGC, and other major trading card manufacturers and grading services maintain large exhibits, the primary face-to-face industry and collector convening.
Trade Show Display Inspiration
The Venue: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Set in Rosemont at the edge of the O’Hare International Airport corridor, this purpose-built convention complex serves as one of the Midwest’s busiest event venues. The adjacent Rosemont entertainment district, Allstate Arena, and direct CTA Blue Line rail access frame the venue’s distinctive airport-corridor character.
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Why Choose Muller Expo for National Sports Collectors Convention
Master the complexities of the National Sports Collectors Convention with a dedicated Chicago exhibit partner. We leverage deep venue expertise to deliver high-impact custom booths without the stress.
Legacy of Exhibit Success
Müller Expo has created custom-designed exhibits at The National since its early years. Our team understands the unique demands of Collectibles & Pop Culture exhibitors and the show's distinctive layout.
Local Chicago Team
Our dedicated Chicago team knows Donald E. Stephens Convention Center inside and out, from labour requirements to loading dock protocols. We handle every detail so you can focus on meeting buyers.
Local Warehouse & Storage
Our Chicago-area warehouse stores your exhibit materials year-round, eliminating costly cross-country shipping. Local access means faster setup and lower logistics costs.
Venue Relationships
After hundreds of installations at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, we've built strong partnerships with venue management, preferred contractors, and local suppliers for priority service.
Global logistics and on-site crews
Material handling, drayage, customs clearance, and venue compliance are coordinated in-house. Müller Expo crews install and dismantle the booth; exhibitor staff arrive at a finished space and leave when the show closes.
Turnkey Peace of Mind
From initial design through post-show breakdown, we manage everything. One point of contact, one invoice, zero surprises. Your success at The National is our priority.
Our Gallery
Turnkey Custom Exhibit Services at the National Sports Collectors Convention
Everything you need for a flawless trade show, handled by one dedicated team.
Custom Booth Design
Our designers create stunning, on-brand booth environments tailored to your product category and expo location. From 10X10 inline booths to double-deck displays, we bring your vision to life with designs optimized for The National’s floor plan.
LED Video Wall Display Rentals
Command attention with high-impact LED video wall displays featuring BeMatrix LEDskin, Aluvision, and Recience panels in 1.5mm and 1.9mm resolutions. Perfect for product demos, brand storytelling, and immersive experiences that stand out among The National exhibitors.
Booth Rentals & Purchase
Choose from our extensive rental inventory or invest in a custom-built booth. Rental programs include storage, refurbishment, and reconfiguration options, ideal for Collectibles & Pop Culture brands exhibiting annually at The National and other shows.
Graphics & Content Production
Large-format graphics, backlit displays, and video content designed specifically for trade show environments. High-resolution printing, professional installation, and content support included.
Installation & Dismantle
Our experienced Chicago crews handle complete setup and teardown at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. We coordinate with show management, manage labor, and ensure your booth is picture-perfect before doors open.
Show Services & Logistics
We manage freight, drayage, electrical, internet, and all show service orders. Our team handles advanced warehouse coordination, material handling, and on-site supervision throughout The National.
Exhibit Solutions That Drive Results at the National Sports Collectors Convention
Your booth is your biggest marketing asset at The National. Make it count with Chicago trade show booths designed to attract buyers and generate ROI. Müller Expo is the custom booth builder in Chicago that delivers exhibits built for performance. Our custom trade show booths in Chicago put your products front and center, while our trade show booth rentals in Chicago give you premium quality with budget flexibility. Need visual impact? Our LED video wall displays in Chicago create unforgettable experiences that set you apart from your competitors. As the trusted booth builder in Chicago for Collectibles & Pop Culture brands, we offer complete Chicago trade show display services, including trade show display rentals in Chicago, custom fabrication, graphics, and turnkey installation at The National.
LED Video Wall Booth Rentals for Trade Shows & Events
Elevate your trade show or event with Müller Expo’s premium LED video wall booth rentals. We offer hundreds of high-resolution LED video wall tiles that can be configured as standalone displays or seamlessly integrated into custom trade show booths and sponsor exhibits.
Our turnkey LED video wall display solutions are designed for conferences, expos, and live events—delivering maximum visibility, impact, and flexibility. Modular, scalable, and brand-driven, our LED video wall booths adapt to events of any size, from single shows to multi-city tours.
With Müller Expo, you gain a trusted partner providing professional LED video wall booth rentals and integrated booth solutions that create memorable, high-impact experiences.
National Sports Collectors Convention Exhibit FAQ’s
We start with a strategic consultation to align your booth footprint with your brand goals. Our design team then creates detailed 3D renderings and mood boards for your approval. This collaborative phase allows for unlimited revisions, ensuring the final structure is a perfect reflection of your brand before we move to fabrication.
Renting offers maximum flexibility and lower upfront costs, making it ideal for brands that want a “custom” look without the long-term storage and maintenance fees. Purchasing is recommended for organizations with a consistent, fixed footprint attending four or more shows annually. We can provide a side-by-side cost analysis to help you determine which model maximizes your ROI.
Our turnkey solution is a true “concept-to-dismantle” service. It includes initial 3D design, custom fabrication, high-quality graphics production, freight coordination, and on-site labor for installation and dismantling. We handle the venue logistics and technical details so your team can walk onto the show floor and immediately focus on lead generation.
Absolutely. We specialize in seamless LED integration using premium tiles (1.5mm and 1.9mm pixel pitch) from brands like BeMatrix and Aluvision. Whether you need a small focal point or a massive digital backdrop, our rentals include professional setup and technical support to ensure your digital content looks flawless on the show floor.
For fully custom builds and complex LED installations, we recommend a lead time of 8 to 12 weeks. This ensures adequate time for design approvals and secures your spot in our production schedule. For more standard rental configurations, we can often execute on a tighter timeline of 2 to 4 weeks, depending on current inventory and local crew availability.
Your Next National Sports Collectors Convention Display Starts Here
Müller Expo handles everything from concept to dismantling, enabling your team to focus on connecting with your audience and generating results on the show floor. Whether you are designing a 10X10 booth or a large-format LED video wall exhibit, our team brings more than 25 years of trade show expertise to every endeavor. Share your objectives with us, and together we can create something remarkable.
Müller Expo provides trade show display rentals across the Midwest and globally, serving exhibitors in Detroit, Indianapolis, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Minneapolis, Kansas City, St. Louis, and Omaha. Our exhibits range from 10X10 and 10X20 to 20X20, 20X30, and larger custom configurations, including fully integrated LED video wall booth rentals.