The RazMania Midwest Festival is scheduled to take over the UWM Sports Complex in Pontiac, Michigan, on August 29-30, 2026, promising a weekend dedicated to sports, collecting, and community. The event, which organizers expect to draw thousands of attendees from across the Midwest, will feature more than 50 professional athletes, hundreds of vendors, and a wide array of collectibles including sports cards, trading card games (TCG), Pokémon, comics, and memorabilia.
Founded by Jason Raznick, Patrick Lane, and Elliot Lane, RazMania aims to create a destination where collectors, fans, and families can buy, sell, and trade while engaging with their favorite athletes. The festival will host autograph sessions and photo opportunities with athletes such as Jameson Williams, Jake Bates, Jack Fox, Brock Wright, and Hogan Hatten of the Detroit Lions, as well as University of Michigan football players Jordan Marshall, Zack Marshall, Enow Etta, and Avery Gach. Additionally, top college recruits like DeAndre Bidden (5-star, Class of 2028) and Jayden Evans (4-star, Class of 2028) will be present, along with many other professional, college, and high school NIL athletes.
The festival will also feature interactive experiences such as a 40-yard dash, half-court shot, and field goal kicks, designed to engage attendees of all ages. With hundreds of vendor booths, the event provides ample opportunities for buying, selling, and trading, making it a must-visit for collectors of every generation.
RazMania is not just about commerce; it is committed to giving back to the local community. In partnership with Pontiac United and the Boys & Girls Club of Troy, the festival will welcome hundreds of local youth for a day of meeting professional athletes and experiencing the hobby. Jeff Evans, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Troy, expressed excitement about the partnership, noting that the kids are looking forward to getting autographs and meeting their local sports heroes. Traciee Hirsch, Founder and CEO of Pontiac United, thanked RazMania and the Dream Forward Foundation for creating opportunities that allow youth to dream beyond their current surroundings.
The event also offers significant exposure for vendors and sponsors, who can showcase their brands to a highly engaged collecting audience. Vendor spaces and sponsorship opportunities are still available, and interested businesses can find more information on the official website, RazManiaFest.com.
RazMania Midwest Festival is poised to become one of the premier sports and TCG collectibles events in the region, combining the thrill of meet-and-greets with the nostalgia of collecting, all while fostering community connections and inspiring the next generation of fans.
