Card shops in Providence
22 local game stores in Providence, RI. Each shop page includes hours, address, games supported, FAQs, and what to expect on your visit.
Card shop scene in Providence
Providence supports 22 local game stores — enough density that serious competitive players can rotate between shops for FNM, Pokémon League, and Commander night. Check each shop's event schedule to build a weekly play rotation that fits your schedule.
Game coverage in Providence skews toward MTG (20 shops), Pokémon TCG (19 shops), Yu-Gi-Oh! (15 shops). Most local shops carry the three majors — Magic, Pokémon, and Yu-Gi-Oh — with emerging games like Disney Lorcana and One Piece TCG appearing on an as-demand basis. If a specific game matters to you, call ahead to confirm current stock.
None of the Providence shops in our directory have verified WPN (Magic) or Pokémon League sanctioning yet. That doesn't mean they don't run tournaments — it means we haven't confirmed official-event status. Call the shop directly to check for weekly sanctioned events.
Community reviews for Providence shops average 4.67★ — a strong indicator that the city's TCG retail quality is above baseline. Player experience reports consistently well-maintained stores, engaged staff, and current inventory.
Highest-rated shop in Providence: Mana Core - Providence at 5★ across 1 reviews. See the full list below, sorted by rating.
Buying and selling in Providence: Most Providence LGS shops accept buylist appointments (bring cards, get cash or store credit). Store credit typically pays ~30% more than cash. For grading drop-off (PSA, CGC, BGS), ask individual shops about bulk-submission programs — some shops reduce per-card fees by 30-50% by batching submissions with other customers.
All 22 card shops in Providence
Mana Core - Providence
ArchonMTG
Heartleaf Books
Level99 Providence
The Bubbler VR
The Crypt
Weird Providence
High Ground Comics
Back to the Future
Symposium Books
Nostalgia Antiques And Collectibles Store
Free Play Bar Arcade
Books On the Square
Paper Nautilus
Henry Bear's Park
Blick Art Materials
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East Bay Comics
Newbury Comics
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GameStop
POP MART
Frequently asked questions about Providence card shops
22 card shops are currently in our directory for Providence, Rhode Island. We aggregate from Google Places, Wizards Play Network, and Pokémon Play! APIs. Shop owners can claim listings to add hours, events, and photos.
Rankings depend on what you value — competitive tournament scene, casual Commander community, rare singles availability, or kid-friendly atmosphere. By public ratings, Mana Core - Providence leads with 5★ across 1 reviews. Browse the full shop list below to pick based on your play style.
We haven't yet confirmed WPN-sanctioned Magic events in Providence. Check individual shop pages for event schedules.
No Providence shops in our directory currently have verified Pokémon League status. This doesn't rule out Pokémon TCG events — shops may run casual-league nights without the official sanction. Call directly to check.
Most Providence LGS shops accept buylist appointments. Bring your collection in, staff appraises, and you leave with either cash (typically 30-50% of market value) or store credit (typically 50-70% of market value). Large collections warrant a scheduled appraisal — call ahead to avoid long waits.
Most general-purpose LGS in Providence stock the three majors — Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, and Yu-Gi-Oh! — plus a rotating selection of emerging TCGs based on local demand. Disney Lorcana and One Piece TCG have grown into widespread pickups since 2023–2024. Check individual shop pages for verified game coverage.
Some shops partner with PSA, CGC, or BGS to batch-submit grading on behalf of customers. The per-card fee through a shop is typically 30-50% lower than direct individual submission. Availability varies; ask each shop directly.