CardVault Opened New Retail Locations Across America
The sports collectibles retailer added its 18th and 19th storefronts to its national footprint this September.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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CardVault, a sports trading card retailer backed by NFL legend Tom Brady, has expanded its presence with two new locations this month. The company opened its 18th store in Los Angeles on Sept. 16, with a 19th location scheduled to open in Indianapolis on Sept. 27.
Why it matters
The retail expansion marks a significant scaling of the company since Tom Brady invested in the brand last year. These new storefronts aim to broaden access to physical card trading and professional authentication services for collectors across the country.
The Los Angeles opening at Westfield Century City marks the third CardVault location in California. The expansion brings the company's total footprint to 19 stores nationwide, following the initial acquisition of an ownership stake by Tom Brady in February 2025.
The players
Tom Brady
A former professional football player who won seven Super Bowl championships during his career.
CardVault
A retail organization specializing in the sale and authentication of professional sports trading cards.
The details
At these retail hubs, customers can buy, sell, and trade sports cards while submitting items for professional grading services. Each location also features an integrated vault designed to showcase authenticated and autographed sports memorabilia for visitors.
Timeline
Tom Brady acquired an ownership stake in CardVault in February 2025.
CardVault opened its 18th store in Los Angeles on Sept. 16, 2026.
The 19th CardVault location will open in Indianapolis on Sept. 27, 2026.
Market Landscape
The expansion reflects the broader commercialization of the hobby industry, as physical storefronts increasingly complement online marketplaces. This move positions CardVault to capture more market share by bridging the gap between digital trading culture and traditional in-person retail experiences.
Local collectors in Los Angeles and Indianapolis now have direct access to professional grading services and physical trade counters. These stores allow customers to browse authenticated memorabilia in person, providing a localized alternative to shipping high-value items for appraisal.
The takeaway
The growth of dedicated hobby retail shows that physical interaction remains a key pillar for collectors of high-value sports memorabilia. Fans can utilize these new hubs to verify the authenticity of their collections through established professional channels.
What happens next
The 19th CardVault location is scheduled to hold its grand opening in downtown Indianapolis on September 27, 2026.
Further reading
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