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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
About Encounter
Encounter is a card shop located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Encounter is an Allentown comic and game shop where Magic: The Gathering is the most talked-about draw, backed by a play area for card games. The store also handles Yu-Gi-Oh!, back-issue comics, toys and figurines, and a few reviewers mention having cards appraised there. Google reviewers most often mention its Magic: The Gathering play, its play area and its wide range of nerdy merchandise. Encounter is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.5 stars from 432 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed hobby and TCG boxes, autograph and patch cards, local card shops like Encounter in Allentown are the heart of the Pennsylvania hobby community. Visit Encounter online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Encounter at a glance
- Ranked #1 of 5 rated card shops in Allentown by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM) · Open Sundays (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Cloud City Games in Fullerton, 1.9 mi away.
- Carries: Sports cards, Trading cards.
- Find Encounter on Facebook.
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Encounter reviews
Is Encounter well reviewed?
Encounter has a 4.5-star average from 432 Google reviews. That ranks #1 of 5 rated card shops in Allentown once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 5 rated card shops in Allentown is 4.4 stars, so Encounter is about the same as the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Encounter
Where is Encounter located?
Encounter is located in Allentown, Pennsylvania at 811 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA 18109.
What should I expect at Encounter?
Encounter is a local card shop in Allentown, Pennsylvania. 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 Encounter open?
Encounter's listed hours are: Monday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near Encounter?
The closest are Cloud City Games in Fullerton (1.9 mi), Collector's Cove Card Shop in Allentown (2.8 mi), Manga Lane in Bethlehem (3.3 mi).
Card Shops near Encounter
The closest other card shops to Encounter, by distance:
Cloud City Games
Collector's Cove Card Shop
Manga Lane
The Portal Comics and Gaming
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