Kids Crates and Case Breaks at the 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention

July 28, 2026

Written by: Kara Gates

Every collector has a beginning. Maybe it was a favorite player pulled from a pack after school. Maybe it was opening a box with family or making that first trade with a friend. However the journey starts, those early moments often become the memories that last the longest.

That’s exactly what Panini Kids Crates are all about.

As we return to the 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention, Kids Crates once again give young collectors their own special experience at the biggest week in the hobby. Designed for collectors ages 14 and under, each crate is packed with exciting Panini products and exclusive surprises, creating the perfect opportunity for the next generation of hobbyists to discover the thrill. Panini has continued to make youth collecting a priority at The National through Kids Crates and dedicated activities, helping introduce more families and young fans to the hobby.

Whether it’s a child’s very first rip or the latest addition to a growing collection, every crate has the potential to begin a new hobby story. So, if you’re planning to visit Panini America during the National, be sure to keep an eye out for the return of Kids Crates. The next great collection — and the next generation of collectors — might just begin with one box.

Panini further has the youngsters covered with a total of eight Kids Case Breaks at the 2026 National. The full schedule for the Kids Case Breaks is as follows:

Thursday, July 29