Address
Inside The Central Park Antique Mall, 701 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
Hours
| Mon | 11:00–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11:00–17:00 |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | 11:00–17:00 |
| Fri | 11:00–17:00 |
| Sat | 11:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 11:00–17:00 |
Contact
Phone: (661) 431-2248
What to expect at Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles
Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles earns a steady 4.7★ rating across 32 reviews — a healthy indicator of a shop that takes its community seriously. Expect clean tables, accurate inventory, and staff who know the meta well enough to recommend the right product for your playstyle.
The shop focuses primarily on Pokémon Trading Card Game, which translates into deeper inventory per-set, stronger event support, and a community of dedicated players rather than a diluted multi-game crowd.
This shop runs Pokémon League — the official casual-to-competitive onramp for Pokémon TCG. League Play is weekly, open to all ages, and earns you promo cards just for showing up. It's the ideal first visit for families introducing kids to the Pokémon TCG.
Games at this shop
Below are the trading card games we've identified as supported at this shop, each with context about how that game plays and what to look for when you visit.
Pokémon Trading Card Game (Pokémon TCG)
Pokémon Trading Card Game, launched in 1996 by The Pokémon Company, is the most widely-recognized TCG brand on Earth. Local game stores host weekly Pokémon League play — casual games with play-for-fun prizes and a Junior-division-friendly atmosphere. Prerelease tournaments arrive a week before every new expansion. The competitive circuit runs League Challenges, League Cups, Regional Championships, and culminates in the Pokémon World Championships each summer.
Families bring kids to Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles for Pokémon League — the most welcoming TCG event for new players of any age.
Pokémon plays faster than Magic — games typically finish in 10-20 minutes, making it the friendliest entry point for kids and casual players.
Event support here: League Challenges and League Cups.
What to look for in this shop if you play Pokémon TCG:
- Pokémon League earns you free promo cards just for showing up — always worth the visit.
- Singles prices vary wildly between stores; compare before buying staples.
- If you have kids, ask about Junior-division separate tables during prereleases.
Local context
With 32 public reviews, Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles is the kind of shop that survives on its locals. Expect fewer strangers, more first-name staff interactions, and a slower pace than tournament-heavy venues.
Located at Inside The Central Park Antique Mall, this is a plaza-based LGS — typically ample parking, family-friendly foot traffic, and easier accessibility for players driving in from neighboring towns.
The shop maintains evening hours — advantageous for after-work players wanting to run 8pm Commander pods or late Friday Night Magic events without rushing from the office.
Focused coverage on Pokémon TCG suggests Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles has chosen depth over breadth. Specialist shops often stock harder-to-find singles for their chosen games and support competitive-level events rather than casual-only leagues.
Plan a visit with confidence — the community vetting here is strong. Bring a deck, ask about upcoming events, and expect to leave having met at least one person you might play with again.
Frequently asked questions
Current hours are: Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours may change on holidays or around major TCG release weekends. We recommend calling ahead for same-day visits.
You can reach the shop by phone at (661) 431-2248. For questions about event schedules, inventory availability, or grading services, a quick call usually gets the most accurate answer.
Yes — Pokémon Trading Card Game is one of the TCGs supported at this shop. You can expect sealed product (booster boxes, elite trainer boxes, starter decks), singles for deck-building, and typically event nights dedicated to Pokémon TCG. Call ahead to confirm current inventory.
Yes. Pokémon League runs weekly here — typically a two-hour window where players of all ages come to battle, trade, and earn League promo cards. League is the official casual Pokémon TCG event; no signup fee, all ages welcome.
Trading-card shops offer two payout paths: immediate cash or shop credit with a premium multiplier. Check Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles's current buylist pricing page (if published online) or ask during your visit — meta-staples fluctuate weekly, so timing matters on resale.
PSA and CGC both allow bulk-submission partnerships with retail shops. If Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles participates, you can skip the mail-in paperwork entirely — drop cards off, pay the fee, and pick up graded slabs 6-12 weeks later.
Most card shops dedicate 40-60% of floor space to play tables. Chase's Pokémon Fan Club & Collectibles likely follows this pattern. Call ahead if you're planning a multi-person event — large groups sometimes need advance reservations.
Card shops are generally welcoming to players of all ages. Pokémon League sessions specifically target younger players, and prerelease weekends often include Junior-division brackets.
Parking in Bakersfield varies by neighborhood. Strip-mall locations usually include free adjacent lots; downtown and urban-core shops may require street parking or a paid garage. Refer to the map on this page for precise address and nearby options.
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Data about this shop is aggregated from public sources (Google Places, Wizards Play Network, Pokémon Play!, and our own verification). Hours, inventory, and event schedules can change; we recommend calling ahead before traveling. Shop owners: claim this listing to update information.