National Hockey Card Day 2026: Biggest Packs Ever!

On April 5th, Upper Deck is gearing up for the 17th anniversary of National Hockey Card Day on April 11th, 2026.

This year's event brings even bigger packs loaded with top rookies, veterans, legends, and first-time inserts from the professional women's hockey league.

Fans worldwide can grab these special packs, now expanding to more spots like China and Australia alongside Europe, Canada and the United States.

Expect surprises such as victory rookies, autographs, and mascot cards to make the unboxing hype real.

Upper Deck's senior manager Paul Engwin calls it a stand-out year, highlighting PWHL stars like Taylor Hies and Marie-Philip Polin.

Meanwhile, Dave and Adam's Card World in Buffalo is turning it into a three-day bash with deals and events, timed perfectly with the Sabers' playoff.

Push, and their manhand spot joins in too, packs spotlight rookies like Matthew Schaeffer and Ivan Demidov, superstars including Conor McDavid and Alex Ovechkin, plus legends on ice with Wayne.

Gretzky and Mario Lemieux score a free Demidov rookie moments card on a $10 Upper Deck buy, while supplies last, and Canadian spots offer nine card sheets.

Wherever you're collecting, from big cities to far-flung spots, this day hooks newbies and vets alike into trading and building those dream sets.

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