Pokémon Trade & Build Day — Youth Event

Got a box full of bulk? A deck that needs fixing? A binder you want to trade from? Bring it along.

We’re running a relaxed Pokémon Trade & Build Day for younger players during the summer holidays. This is a chance to trade cards, improve decks, build something new, take part in quizzes and play a few friendly games.

It’s not all about winning. It’s about learning, sharing, helping each other build better decks and having a fun afternoon with other Pokémon players.

The essentials

• Date: Wednesday 19th August 2026
• Time: 12:00 noon to 3:00pm
• Venue: Dice & A Slice Café, Colchester, CO1 2PQ
• Entry: FREE EVENT
• Age focus: Youth event
• Format: Casual Pokémon TCG trading, deck building and friendly play Event number: [TBC]

What’s happening?

This is a casual, friendly session where players can bring their cards, talk decks, trade fairly and get help building or improving their Pokémon TCG decks.

There’ll be plenty going on, including:

• Trading time • Deck building help • Friendly games • Pokémon quizzes • Mini challenges • Prizes throughout the session • Play! Pokémon Prize Packs

What to bring

• Your bulk cards • Your trade binder or spare cards • Any decks you want to improve • Sleeves, dice, counters and markers • Your Player ID if you have one • A good attitude and fair trades

Trade fair, trade smart

We want everyone to have a good time, especially newer and younger players. Trades should be fair, friendly and pressure-free.

If you’re unsure about a trade, ask a judge or organiser before agreeing to it. We’re happy to help.

New players welcome

You don’t need a perfect deck or a huge collection to come along. Bring what you have, and we’ll help you get involved.

Whether you’re building your first proper deck, sorting through bulk, looking for a few missing cards or just want to hang out and play Pokémon, this is the day for you.

Come along, bring your cards, build something brilliant and enjoy an afternoon of Pokémon.