Three More Years in Chicago: Dates Through 2029
The Great American Coin & Collectibles Show will return to the Chicago area for three consecutive years, giving collectors and dealers a long-term destination for one of the hobby’s growing national events.
Organizers have announced dates for the 2027, 2028, and 2029 Great American Coin & Collectibles Shows (GACC). All three events will take place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, near Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport.
The announcement follows positive feedback from the October 2026 show. Moreover, organizers say the extended Rosemont schedule will allow them to introduce new programs and improve the experience for collectors, dealers, and coin clubs.
Great American Coin Show Dates for 2027–2029
The newly announced schedule includes:
- 2027: October 27–30 (Public: October 28–30)
- 2028: October 25–28 (Public: October 26–28)
- 2029: October 3–6 (Public: October 4–6)
Each event will begin on Wednesday with dealer setup and dealer-only trading. The general public can attend Thursday through Saturday.
Larry Shepherd, president of Shepherd Expos Management, produces the shows in cooperation with Amos Media and Coin World.
Rosemont Becomes a Long-Term Home for the GACC Show
The decision to schedule three more Rosemont events reflects organizers’ confidence in the Chicago-area location.
Shepherd reports that dealers and collectors responded enthusiastically to the October 2026 show. In addition, many dealers have already committed to future events.
The multi-year schedule also gives organizers more time to develop new programs. According to Shepherd, these initiatives will focus on strengthening relationships among dealers, collectors, clubs, and other participants.
Location remains another important advantage.
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center sits near O’Hare International Airport. Major highways and public transportation also provide convenient access. Furthermore, several nearby hotels offer accommodations within a short distance of the convention center.
Organizers are now negotiating discounted hotel rates for future shows. They will announce participating properties, room prices, and reservation details through the GACC website.
Building on a Growing National Coin Show
The Great American Coin & Collectibles Show launched in 2024 with a goal of bringing fresh ideas to the traditional numismatic convention.
Since then, organizers have emphasized dealer-to-dealer trading, collector access, and opportunities to examine coins and other collectibles in person.
The Rosemont events bring together dealers and collectors interested in U.S. coins, world coins, paper money, precious metals, and other collectibles.
More importantly, the three-year schedule creates opportunities for additional programming and closer cooperation with participating coin clubs and industry organizations.
For collectors, the advance notice also makes it easier to plan travel, coordinate purchases, and attend future national events.
Heritage Auctions Returns as Official Auctioneer
Heritage Auctions will serve as the Official Auctioneer of the Great American Coin & Collectibles Show.
Additional co-sponsors include Coin World, Legend Numismatics, and West Coast Coins.
Together, these organizations support the show’s efforts to attract dealers and collectors from the Midwest and across the country.
Location and Additional Information
All three shows will take place at:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
5555 N. River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Organizers will release additional information about hotel accommodations, admission, and future show programs as arrangements progress.
For updates, visit www.GACC.show.
Dealers and collectors can also contact event manager Larry Shepherd at 719-464-8801 or email [email protected].
