Colorado Gun Collectors Annual Gun Show (CGCA)

Name: Colorado Gun Collectors Annual Gun Show (CGCA)
Start: 2027-05-15
End: 2027-05-16
Location: Island Grove Event Center

Event overview

Overview

The 61st Annual Colorado Gun Collectors Association Gun Show will take place on May 15-16, 2027, at the Island Grove Event Center in Greeley, Colorado.

This premier event showcases a wide array of firearms from various historical periods, attracting collectors and enthusiasts from across the nation.

TL;DR

161st Annual Colorado Gun Collectors Show.
2Dates: May 15-16, 2027.
3Location: Island Grove Event Center, Greeley, Colorado.
4Public admission: $15 for both days.
5VIP early-in pass available for $90.

Why visit

Visitors can explore a vast collection of firearms, engage with knowledgeable exhibitors, and participate in a vibrant community of collectors. Location: Island Grove Event Center, Greeley, Colorado.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of collectors and enthusiasts, providing an excellent opportunity to showcase their products and connect with potential buyers. The event is a key platform for networking within the firearms community. The Colorado Gun Collectors Show is a significant event for firearm enthusiasts, providing a platform for collectors to showcase their items and for buyers to find unique pieces. It fosters community among collectors.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Firearm collectors and enthusiasts

Antique firearm aficionados

Modern sporting rifle enthusiasts

Historical reenactors

Gun safety advocates

Local and national firearm dealers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Firearm manufacturers

Antique firearm dealers

Gun accessory suppliers

Collectible arms dealers

Firearm safety organizations

Historical artifact collectors

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Antique firearms from various historical periods

Modern collectible firearms

Firearm accessories and memorabilia

Cowboy and American Indian artifacts

Quality western art related to firearms

Historical military firearms

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Island Grove Event Center

421 N. 15th Ave., Greeley, Colorado 80631

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

Saturday,9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday,9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Public Admission
Good for both days.
$15.00

Who runs the show

Organisers

Colorado Gun Collectors Association

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How the last edition performed

Previous edition

This edition

2027

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The 61st Annual Colorado Gun Collectors Association Gun Show will take place on May 15-16, 2027, at the Island Grove Event Center in Greeley, Colorado. This premier event showcases a wide array of firearms from various historical periods, attracting collectors and enthusiasts from across the nation. The Colorado Gun Collectors Show is a significant event for firearm enthusiasts, providing a platform for collectors to showcase their items and for buyers to find.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Firearm collectors and enthusiasts, Antique firearm aficionados, Modern sporting rifle enthusiasts, Historical reenactors. 61st Annual Colorado Gun Collectors Show. Dates: May 15-16, 2027. Location: Island Grove Event Center, Greeley, Colorado. Public admission: $15 for both days. Colorado Gun Collectors Annual Gun Show (CGCA) attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Greeley, Northern Colorado (Front Range), United States

Why it matters

The Colorado Gun Collectors Association annual show is a long-running, association-run collector event that turns the Island Grove Event Center into the region's principal table-based marketplace for antique, vintage and modern firearms, militaria, period accessories and reference material. It matters to collectors, dealers and historians across Colorado and the neighbouring Rocky Mountain and Plains states because it concentrates buy/sell/trade activity, appraisal expertise and provenance knowledge in one hall over a single May weekend - a different proposition from large national trade shows such as SHOT Show, which serve manufacturers and retail buyers rather than collectors.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Collector-grade supply stays tight

Documentation drives pricing

Broader militaria and accessory mix

Cross-state regulatory friction

Regional shows consolidating

Peer collector and firearms show circuit

Table and booth bookings for peer collector shows typically open 3-6 months ahead and prime tables sell out early; national trade shows (SHOT Show) require earlier exhibitor commitments, generally 6-9 months out.

The CGCA annual show sits within a US circuit of large collector and dealer shows that draw overlapping table-holders, collectors and militaria dealers. Where CGCA is the Rocky Mountain region's association-run collector event, the peer set spans high-volume arms shows, national trade events and travelling gun shows.

January

SHOT Show - national industry trade event; the calendar anchor for manufacturers and retail buyers.

March-April

Peak spring window for large regional collector and arms shows, including Wanenmacher's Tulsa.

May

CGCA Colorado Springs/Greeley annual show and other Rocky Mountain regional collector events.

September-November

Autumn collector season; travelling gun-show circuits and association shows return to western cities.

Peer circuit compiled from listing context and publicly listed organiser/association websites; confirm dates, venue and table availability directly with each organiser.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · USD

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

DEN

Denver International Airport

Primary international and domestic gateway for the show, with the widest fare and rental-car choice. Route via E-470/I-76 or US-85 north to Greeley.

~62 mi / 100 km to Island Grove Event Center

to venue

60-80 min off-peak; allow up to 2 hr in Friday afternoon or Sunday evening traffic

by car

FNL

Northern Colorado Regional Airport

Closest airport but with very limited commercial service - check whether a connecting carrier is operating before booking. Useful for private/general aviation arrivals.

~25 mi / 40 km (Loveland, CO)

to venue

30-40 min

by car

CYS

Cheyenne Regional Airport

Alternative small-hub option north of the venue with a few connecting services; generally higher fares than DEN.

~70 mi / 112 km (Cheyenne, WY)

to venue

70-85 min

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

Budget

West/Central Greeley along the US-34 (8th Ave) and 23rd Ave corridors - 10-15 min drive to Island Grove Event Center

USD 60–95 / night

Typical May weekend rates per night before tax; limited-service properties, book early as show weekends tighten local supply.

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Mid-range

Central Greeley near US-34 and 8th Ave - 5-12 min drive to the venue

USD 110–170 / night

Includes breakfast and parking at most properties; the best balance of proximity and price for a two-night show stay.

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Premium

Downtown Greeley (Lincoln Park) and the 8th Ave corridor - ~2-3 mi / 10 min drive to the venue

USD 150–230 / night

Full-service options close to downtown restaurants and bars, useful for dealer networking in the evening.

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Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

Shared shuttle

Estimated costUSD 45-65 one-way per person (shared shuttle estimate)

Best forDEN Jeppesen Terminal -> Greeley hotels and Island Grove area

Reservation-based shared-ride services run scheduled DEN-to-northern-Colorado departures; book ahead for show weekend.

Taxi / rideshare

Estimated costUSD 95-150 one-way (rideshare/taxi estimate)

Best forDEN -> Island Grove Event Center, Greeley

Best for two or more travellers with luggage; rideshare pickup at DEN is on Level 5 of the terminal.

Rental car

Estimated costUSD 45-90 per day plus fuel and any tolls

Best forDEN consolidated rental car centre -> Greeley via E-470/I-76 or US-85

Most flexible option given Greeley's dispersed hotels; confirm whether the rental includes unlimited mileage and toll transponder.

Rideshare within Greeley

Estimated costUSD 8-15 per trip (rideshare estimate)

Best forGreeley hotels -> Island Grove Event Center

Ride-hailing coverage in Greeley is thinner than in Denver - allow extra wait time at show close.

Local bus (Greeley-Evans Transit)

Estimated costUSD 1.25-2.00 single fare (typical local fare estimate)

Best forGreeley city routes serving central Greeley and the 8th Ave corridor

Low-cost but limited weekend frequency and indirect coverage of the Island Grove area; check current timetables before relying on it.

On-site parking

Estimated costUSD 0-10 per day (venue parking, estimate)

Best forIsland Grove Event Center parking areas

Large on-site lot typical of the Island Grove fairgrounds campus; arrive before 09:30 on opening day for close-in spaces.

taxi

Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forDenver International Airport (DEN) to Island Grove Event Center

taxi

Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forNorthern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) to Island Grove Event Center

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Weather

May in Greeley is late spring: mild, dry afternoons with typical highs of 68-76 F (20-24 C) and cool nights of 42-48 F (6-9 C), alongside roughly 2.5 in (65 mm) of rain spread over about 9-10 wet days. Brief, fast-moving afternoon thunderstorms are common on the Colorado Front Range, so pack a light waterproof layer and expect strong sun and gusty wind around midday.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Tipping

15-20% at table-service restaurants is standard and expected in the United States; 1-2 USD per bag for hotel porters and a few dollars per day for housekeeping.

Dress and show etiquette

Casual or business-casual is entirely normal at a collector show; comfortable shoes matter for concrete exhibit halls. Ask before handling any firearm on a dealer table - most require permission and many display items are tied or cabled.

Firearms and travel

Colorado transfer and transport rules differ from other states, and airlines require firearms to be declared, unloaded and in a locked hard case at check-in. Review TSA and carrier policies plus organiser display/transfer rules before buying or travelling with any item.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: DEN

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Greeley; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Visa

Most international visitors need a US visitor visa (B-1 business or B-2 tourism) or, for Visa Waiver Program nationalities (UK, most EU states, Australia, Japan and others), an approved ESTA before boarding. Canadian citizens generally need only a valid passport for short visits; Mexican citizens normally need a visa or Border Crossing Card. Standard MRV fee is USD 185 with consular appointment waits that commonly run several weeks to several months, so apply 3+ months ahead; ESTA costs USD 21 and is usually approved within minutes but must be filed at least 72 hours before travel. Carry a printed copy of the show invitation or organiser details for the border interview.

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Denver International Airport (DEN): 60-80 min off-peak; allow up to 2 hr in Friday afternoon or Sunday evening traffic; Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL): 30-40 min; Cheyenne Regional Airport (CYS): 70-85 min. Allow road or rail time to Island Grove Event Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Island Grove Event Center: West/Central Greeley along the US-34 (8th Ave) and 23rd Ave corridors - 10-15 min drive to Island Grove Event Center: Motel 6 Greeley, Super 8 by Wyndham Greeley; Central Greeley near US-34 and 8th Ave - 5-12 min drive to the venue: Comfort Inn & Suites Greeley, Hampton Inn & Suites Greeley; Downtown Greeley (Lincoln Park) and the 8th Ave corridor - ~2-3 mi / 10 min drive to the venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Greeley at Lincoln Park, Courtyard by Marr

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Greeley; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Island Grove Event Center.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Island Grove Event Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: May 2027

Temperature: Typical May range in Greeley: 45-75 F (7-24 C) - cool mornings near 45 F, mild afternoons peaking around 70-76 F, and sharply cooler evenings.

Seasonality: Late-spring Front Range pattern: about 2.5 in (65 mm) of rain across roughly 9-10 wet days in May, mostly as brief afternoon thunderstorms rather than all-day rain; snow is rare by mid-May but a late cold front can still bring wind and a sharp temperature drop.

Packing: May in Greeley is late spring: mild, dry afternoons with typical highs of 68-76 F (20-24 C) and cool nights of 42-48 F (6-9 C), alongside roughly 2.5 in (65 mm) of rain spread over about 9-10 wet days. Brief, fast-moving afternoon thunderstorms are common on the Colorado Front Range, so pack a light

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Saturday, 15 May 2027 (opening day)

Opening day gives the fullest dealer line-up and the first look at newly consigned collections, with the busiest single-day crowd and the most complete inventory on the tables from 09:30 onward. Sunday is quieter with more room to negotiate but thinner stock, so treat Sunday morning as a return trip for shortlisted pieces rather than a first visit. The published programme carries no ticketed conference sessions in the listing context, so planning should centre on show-floor density rather than a session timetable.

Confirm passport validity and any US visa or ESTA requirement if travelling from outside the United States. — Domestic US visitors need only a government photo ID; international visitors should verify entry rules early.

Book flights to Denver International Airport (DEN) and arrange onward transport to Greeley. — DEN is the main gateway; confirm airport transfer options before booking.

Reserve a hotel in Greeley for the show weekend. — Book early for the May 15 to 16, 2027 show dates to secure close-in rooms.

Complete any advance pass purchase or registration through cgca.com. — Check the organiser site for online admission and early-in options.

Download the show floor plan and review the exhibitor and display layout. — The show features over 800 tables, so plan your route around priority stands.

Shortlist collectors, dealers, and displays you want to visit and pre-arrange meetings. — Contact dealers in advance if you are seeking specific collectible or antique pieces.

Review the show schedule and plan your days. — Public hours are Saturday 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday 9 am to 3 pm.

Plan local transport and parking around Island Grove Event Center, Greeley. — Confirm parking access and arrival timing for the venue.

Prepare a packing list for two days on your feet. — Check Greeley May conditions before travel and bring comfortable footwear.

Organize any firearm transport, purchase, or shipping paperwork you need. — Comply with federal, Colorado, and venue rules for any items bought or carried.

Confirm your admission plan and budget. — Public admission is $15 at the door good for both days; an early-in VIP pass is $90.

Arrive in Greeley, collect your pass or badge, and pick up a show map for opening day. — Arrive early on day one for smooth entry and orientation.

Side trips

Fort Collins old town

Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park

Networking spots

Dealer tables, main exhibit hall

The core B2B and collector-to-dealer conversation happens at the tables; introductions are normal and expected at a collector show.

Entry lobby and concession concourse

Natural meeting point between halls for badge pickup, follow-up meetings and exchanging contacts with dealers and association members.

Downtown Greeley (9th-10th Avenue / Lincoln Park)

Restaurants and hotel bars where out-of-town dealers stay; the most likely place for informal evening follow-ups.

Budget

Costs & budget

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visitor_ticket

visitor · Public Admission

USD 15 / per person

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Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status	As of
visitor_ticket	visitor	Public Admission	USD 15 / per person	official

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

You can attend within a weekend, are travelling for specific collections or appraisals, and either live in the Rocky Mountain region or can absorb a short-haul US flight plus one to two hotel nights.

Best for

Collectors, historians, appraisers and enthusiasts attending to buy, sell, trade or appraise antique, vintage and modern firearms, militaria and reference material.

Min. budget

$450.00

Timeline

Book hotel 4-6 weeks out for a May weekend; tickets are available at the door; allow 3+ months if a US visa is required.

Risks

Budget estimate from listing cost signals (USD 15 ticket + 2 mid-range nights + per diem) - confirm live rates.

Travel with firearms across state lines and by air is tightly regulated - verify Colorado rules, TSA and airline policies before the trip.

Prime dealer tables and nearby hotel rooms tighten as the May date approaches.

exhibit

You have sellable inventory or services targeted at Colorado and neighbouring-state collectors, can staff a table for both show days, and can comply with dealer and transfer regulations.

Best for

Licensed dealers, estate/consignment sellers, militaria and accessory vendors, and specialist services (appraisal, restoration, insurance, shipping) that want table or booth exposure to regional collectors.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

Reserve table/booth space 3-6 months ahead; confirm organiser table rules, insurance requirements and firearms-handling/display rules before committing.

Risks

Estimated exhibit floor budget from stand and travel cost signals - confirm booth pricing, table fees and insurance with the CGCA organiser.

Budget estimate from listing cost signals - confirm live rates.

Dealer and federal/state transfer compliance, background-check and record-keeping obligations apply to on-site sales.

Show attendance is regional, so inventory should be matched to Rocky Mountain collector demand rather than national show volumes.

skip

Your product or service does not map to the collector/dealer audience, or your budget and travel model only make sense at larger national events.

Best for

Vendors of mass-market non-collectible goods, general consumer brands and anyone without a firearms, militaria or collector-relevant offer.

Timeline

No lead time - simply de-prioritise in favour of national shows (e.g. SHOT Show or Wanenmacher's Tulsa Arms Show).

Risks

No major risks listed.

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

What are the event hours?

The event hours are Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

What is the admission price?

Public admission is $15 at the door, good for both days.

Is there an early-in pass available?

Yes, an early-in VIP pass is available for $90, starting at 9 am on Friday.

Where is the event located?

The event is located at the Island Grove Event Center, 421 N. 15th Ave., Greeley, Colorado.

How many tables will be at the show?

The show will feature over 800 tables with various displays.

Glossary

Gun Show: An event where firearms and related items are displayed and sold.
VIP Pass: A special admission pass that allows early entry to the event.
Exhibitor: A person or company that displays products at the event.
Admission: The price paid to enter the event.
Display Competition: A contest where exhibitors showcase their best displays for awards.

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