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| Monday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 5 PM |
About The Hobby Corner
The Hobby Corner is a card shop located in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hobby Corner has operated since 1976 inside the Iowa City Marketplace, carrying Pokémon and other trading card games alongside Gunpla, RPGs, model kits and RC cars. Its game room hosts a weekly schedule that includes board game night and BattleTech, plus open gaming from a game library. Online orders can be picked up in store or shipped. Google reviewers most often mention board games, puzzles and RC cars, along with model trains. The Hobby Corner is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.6 stars from 261 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, sports card rookies, local card shops like The Hobby Corner in Iowa City are the heart of the Iowa hobby community. Visit The Hobby Corner online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Hobby Corner at a glance
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 5:30 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 5 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Jayedax Trading Post in Iowa City, 1.5 mi away.
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The Hobby Corner reviews
Is The Hobby Corner well reviewed?
The Hobby Corner has a 4.6-star average from 261 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Hobby Corner
Where is The Hobby Corner located?
The Hobby Corner is located in Iowa City, Iowa at 1606 Sycamore St, Iowa City, IA 52240.
What should I expect at The Hobby Corner?
The Hobby Corner is a local card shop in Iowa City, Iowa. 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 The Hobby Corner open?
The Hobby Corner's listed hours are: Monday 10 AM to 7 PM; Tuesday 10 AM to 7 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 7 PM; Thursday 10 AM to 7 PM; Friday 10 AM to 7 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 5:30 PM; Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near The Hobby Corner?
The closest are Jayedax Trading Post in Iowa City (1.5 mi), Critical Hit Games in Iowa City (1.6 mi), Bartertown Toys and Collectibles in Iowa City (1.8 mi).
Card Shops near The Hobby Corner
The closest other card shops to The Hobby Corner, by distance:
Jayedax Trading Post
Critical Hit Games
Bartertown Toys and Collectibles
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