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| Monday | 4:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 2:00 – 6:00 PM |
About First Player
First Player is a card shop located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. First Player in Calgary's Highfield area is both an online store and a local game store, specializing in Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Pokémon, Riftbound and video games. It ships to addresses across Canada and lists vintage Pokémon and Magic singles online. Google reviewers most often mention the welcoming atmosphere, single TCG cards, the online store and shipping. First Player is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.5 stars from 138 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for autograph and patch cards, rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, local card shops like First Player in Calgary are the heart of the Alberta hobby community. Visit First Player online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
First Player at a glance
First Player reviews
Is First Player well reviewed?
First Player has a 4.5-star average from 138 Google reviews. The average for the 18 rated card shops in Calgary is 4.7 stars, so First Player is below the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about First Player
Where is First Player located?
First Player is located in Calgary, Alberta at 1212 34 Ave SE #120, Calgary, AB T2G 1V7.
What should I expect at First Player?
First Player is a local card shop in Calgary, Alberta. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is First Player open?
First Player's listed hours are: Monday 4:00 – 10:00 PM; Tuesday 4:00 – 10:00 PM; Wednesday 4:00 – 10:00 PM; Thursday 4:00 – 10:00 PM; Friday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Sunday 2:00 – 6:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near First Player?
The closest are Vaulted YYC Crossroads in Calgary (0.5 mi), ThePokeMrkt in Calgary (0.5 mi), Eastridge Sports Cards & Games in Calgary (2.6 mi).
Card Shops near First Player
The closest other card shops to First Player, by distance:
Vaulted YYC Crossroads
ThePokeMrkt
Eastridge Sports Cards & Games
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