We can only apologise for the delay in posting this post. Sadly some of the members of our small team have been in hospital this past week unexpectedly. But hopefully it is still in time for you to have a browse at what militaria shows are on this weekend (9/12/22). As always, please do get out there and support your local fair and do it as safely as possible with all the new winter bugs and illnesses going around!
With only 2 weekends left before Christmas, this weekend’s and next weekend’s militaria shows are excellent last-minute opportunities to pick up some unique presents for the militaria enthusiast or reenactor in your life. So without further delay, here are the militaria shows that are happening this weekend (9/12/22) around the world.
Canada – Toronto Military Show (Etobicoke)
The Toronto Military Show is split across 2 venues throughout the year (Oshawa and Etobicoke) so please check carefully which event is on at any given time. We have the 2 venues listed as being 2 different event locations.
At each event you will find over 100 stalls offering a wide selection of military collectables from daggers and bayonets through to uniforms, badges buttons and medals. A great all around morning out for any collector.
For more information
Website – CLICK HERE
To see their other fair – CLICK HERE
Canada – Ancaster/Hamilton Gun & Militaria Show
The Ancaster/Hamilton Gun & Militaria Show is held multiple items a year at the Ancaster Fairgrounds. Organised by the Hamilton Militaria Collectors Society. Please note that all federal and local firearms laws must be obeyed.
For more information
Website – CLICK HERE
US, PA – Fort Indiantown Gap Insignia Swapmeet
The Fort Indiantown Gap Insignia Swapmeet is a badge and insignia fair with a great mix of military patches available. For more information on the event, please contact Mr. Charles B. Oellig, Museum Director at 717-861-2402 at the museum on Mondays & Fridays between 10:30 and 4:00 pm. Please leave message on the answering machine or Mr. Dave Sakmar 717-926,6345, Mr. Art Kegerreis 570-691-4185, or SGT Damian J. M. Smith 570-239-7898
US, TX – HGCA Gun & Military Show
The HGCA Gun & Military Show (Houston) is a Texas militaria collectors fair organised by the Houston Gun Collectors Association. Featuring a large selection of items from Indian artefacts through to modern military vehicle parts, you will always find a great selection of items.
As always, all local, state and federal laws must be followed.
For more information
Website – CLICK HERE
Facebook – CLICK HERE
US, FL – Fort Myers Antique Gun, Knife, Civil War & Militaria Show
The Fort Myers Antique Gun, Knife, Civil War & Militaria Show is a large indoor event attracting sellers from across the globe. Held in Florida, it has a fantastic selection of items and traders on show. The show is extensively advertised and always a sell out crowd. Cash paid for antique weapons and military items by most traders. Entry is $8 per adult and opening times are 9am – 5pm on the Saturday and 9am – 1pm on the Sunday.
For more information
Website – CLICK HERE
US, VA – Williamsburg Military Antiques Collectors Club Swap Meet
Williamsburg Military Antiques Collectors Club Swap Meet is a monthly recurring event on the third Thursday of each month.
For more information
Email – wbgmac@gmail.com
Call or text (706) 575-0600
UK – Chatham Militaria Fair
Chatham Militaria Fair is a UK show recurring on the second Sunday of every month at Chatham Historic Dockyards (with some occasional exceptions). The event is held on Slip No.5 of the historic dockyard at Chatham and is currently the only undercover monthly fair solely for militaria sale in the UK. There’s 36.000 square feet of space for dealers, meaning the show often brings a large selection. Thanks to being under cover, the show is never cancelled due to wind or rain. However, with it being on the docks, it does get cold so definitely pack a warm coat!
Traders can enter from 5:30am and the public from 7am with the show closing at 2pm.
For traders this is a great show, no need to book a table. Just show up in your vehicle between 5:30 and 7am, pay £60 as you enter and off you go!
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UK – Durham Medal & Militaria Fair
The Durham Medal & Militaria Fair takes place around every 2 months at Bowborn Community Centre in County Durham and is organised by The Medal Centre. With over 40 dealers on average offering a wide selection of medals, military, helmets, uniforms, documents, WW1/WW2 and much much more. There’s few areas of militaria not covered.
Most dealers in attendance have a speciality of their own who would be more than happy to make offers and value items you may have. The doors are open 8:30am – 1pm and entry is £2 per person.
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UK – Wolverley Militaria Fair
The Wolverley Militaria Fair is a self-proclaimed “proper old-school militaria fair”. A local fair, the Wolverley Militaria Fair is very truly old school. A small local venue with regular collectors and dealers who love to enjoy the famous Wolverley bacon butty.
Held in the local memorial hall each month; however, there is a summer break in July and August. Stalls are listed at an affordable price of £15 to make it easy for a collector to go along and sell off a few pieces.
Near to Kidderminster, this is a fairly central show for anyone in western England or Wales to get to.
Admission fee
Adults £2 – Children under 16 free.
For more information
Facebook – Click Here
UK – Kempton Vintage & Classic Arms Fair
First held only back in 2017, the Kempton Vintage & Classic Arms Fair has had a fantastic growth. Expecting around 200 visitors, on the day almost 600 turned up in the first half an hour! Most continue to return show after show. At a fantastic venue, the Kempton Racecourse, the show has gone from strength to strength. Showing flintlocks, percussion weapons, swords, militaria and much more across 120+ tables, you will be spoilt for choice.
Due to the location, there’s ample parking, hotels, catering, ATM machine, security and even a local railway station. The facilities overall are fantastic. On the day you will find lots of hot / cold food & drinks available from opening time.
Gates open from 9:30am – 2:30pm.
Entry fee – £5 per person
Website for more information – kemptonclassicarmsfair.co.uk
France – Bourse Militaire
In France, there are countless carboot sales every weekend and some of these are specifically for militaria. There is one such fair this weekend in Anse which is not far from Lyon.
Belgium – Kortrijk Militaria
Kortrijk Militaria is organised by Gent Militaria and Dipro Events in Belgium, the same people who organise the Antwerp Militaria Show, also in Belgium.
This show is quite large, with 4,000 square metres of space and over 150 stalls. The venue is easily accessible by public transport and there is a hotel on site, as well as ample parking. Opening times are 10am until 4pm but you can gain access at 9am with a VIP ticket.
At Militaria Today we have compiled the world’s most extensive militaria fairs and events list. We strive to be as accurate as we can. However, all events are subject to change, so we recommend checking with the event organisers before travelling, in case of any last-minute changes. We cover a worldwide market, so it can be hard to keep up with last-minute amendments.
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