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| Monday | 2:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 2:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 2:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 2:00 – 10:00 PM |
About Rio Grande Realms
Rio Grande Realms is a card shop located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Rio Grande Realms is a family-owned shop in Rio Rancho's Lariat Square that pairs a bookstore with a trading card game space. Shelves cover new fantasy, romance, manga and special editions, a pre-owned section and local authors, while the card side supports casual play and collecting. Regular events include Casual Commander, Warhammer Wednesday and a book club. Google reviewers most often mention the book selection, friendly staff, atmosphere and Magic: The Gathering. Rio Grande Realms is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.9 stars from 32 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for vintage wax and modern singles, sports card rookies, PSA- and BGS-graded slabs, local card shops like Rio Grande Realms in Rio Rancho are the heart of the New Mexico hobby community. Visit Rio Grande Realms online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Rio Grande Realms at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 3 rated card shops in Rio Rancho by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM) · Open Sundays (2:00 – 10:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Sams Pokemon Shop in Rio Rancho, 0.7 mi away.
- Carries: Pokémon, Sports cards, Trading cards.
- Find Rio Grande Realms on Instagram, TikTok.
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Rio Grande Realms reviews
Is Rio Grande Realms well reviewed?
Rio Grande Realms has a 4.9-star average from 32 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 3 rated card shops in Rio Rancho once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 3 rated card shops in Rio Rancho is 4.6 stars, so Rio Grande Realms is above the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Rio Grande Realms
Where is Rio Grande Realms located?
Rio Grande Realms is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico at 2345 Southern Blvd SE B 3, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.
What should I expect at Rio Grande Realms?
Rio Grande Realms is a local card shop in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. 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 Rio Grande Realms open?
Rio Grande Realms's listed hours are: Monday 2:00 – 10:00 PM; Tuesday 2:00 – 10:00 PM; Wednesday 2:00 – 10:00 PM; Thursday 2:00 – 10:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 2:00 – 10:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near Rio Grande Realms?
The closest are Sams Pokemon Shop in Rio Rancho (0.7 mi), Duke City Games - Rio Rancho in Rio Rancho (0.7 mi), Decked Trading Cards in Rio Rancho (1.2 mi).
Card Shops near Rio Grande Realms
The closest other card shops to Rio Grande Realms, by distance:
Sams Pokemon Shop
Duke City Games - Rio Rancho
Decked Trading Cards
Inferno's House Of Cards
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