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Newton Today
By the People, for the People
2nd Annual Washer City Card Convention Returns to Newton
The popular trading card show will raise funds for local charities in its second year.
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The 2nd Annual Washer City Card Convention, a fundraiser for the United Way of Jasper County and the Iowa Foundation, will be held on March 20-21 at the DMACC Newton Conference Center. The two-day vendor show features sports and non-sports trading card enthusiasts selling their wares, with all proceeds going to support children and families in Newton and Jasper County.
Why it matters
The Washer City Card Convention debuted last year as a way to bring together the local trading card community while also raising money for important local charities. The event's move to a larger venue this year signals growing interest and attendance, providing a boost to the United Way and Iowa Foundation's efforts to serve the community.
The details
The Washer City Card Convention will feature vendor tables where sports and non-sports card collectors can buy, sell, and trade their items. Admission and parking are free for attendees. In addition to the vendor booths, the event will also offer celebrity autograph and photo opportunities, with all proceeds going to the United Way of Jasper County and the Iowa Foundation.
- The 2nd Annual Washer City Card Convention will be held on Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21, 2026.
- The inaugural Washer City Card Convention took place in October 2025.
The players
United Way of Jasper County
A nonprofit organization that serves children and families in Newton and Jasper County, Iowa.
Iowa Foundation
A charitable foundation that supports community initiatives in Newton and Jasper County, Iowa.
Jessica Lowe Vokes
The Executive Director of the United Way of Jasper County.
What they’re saying
“A lot of people are really into it. It's just like a craft vendor fair, but people are selling sports and non-sports trading cards.”
— Jessica Lowe Vokes, Executive Director, United Way of Jasper County (kniakrls.com)
What’s next
The organizers of the Washer City Card Convention are expecting strong attendance for the second year of the event, and are already planning for next year's convention.
The takeaway
The Washer City Card Convention has become a popular annual event that brings together the local trading card community while also raising funds for important charitable organizations serving Newton and Jasper County. Its growth signals the enduring appeal of sports and non-sports card collecting as a hobby.
