Each year the National hosts many exciting activities and events.  Here are some of them for 2008

• 29th National VIP Party- This special Kick-Off of the 29th National is the annual VIP Party from 3:30-5:00pm, Wednesday July 30^th and will be held exclusively for VIP ticketholders. In addition to receiving your week-long credentials and cram-packed gift package, there will be free autograph opportunities on Wednesday with NFL Hall of Famer, Jackie Smith and All-Star and former Cubs great Milt Pappas.
• 29th National Sneak Peek- The National will hold its Grand Opening, for all consumers, on Wednesday night July 30, 5-9 PM for a special Sneak Preview of the world's most famous sports collectibles show. Included will be free autographs from Cubs Hall of Famer Ferguson Jenkins, NFL Hall of Famers Roger Wehrli (Cardinals) and Jackie Smith (Cardinals & Cowboys) as well as Cub star Milt Pappas. Also, the first 3000 Attendees at the Sneak Peek will receive a specially created eTopps Promo Card of Babe Ruth. This card, created in the format of the turn of the century Allen & Ginter’s cards is sure to be a very high demand souvenir of the 29^th National. In addition to the Ruth card, the first 3000 attendees will receive a special 29^th National Coupon Book loaded with valuable offers good throughout the week. The Show Floor will be open and admission is free for all VIP Admission attendees. One day Admission Tickets (good for any day of the National including Wednesday’s Sneak Peek) may be purchased at $15.00 each in advance through this web site or $18 at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center.
• TriStar Productions National Autograph Pavilion - The Autograph Pavilion will be hosted by TriStar Productions and will showcase celebrities and athletes over the five-day period of the consumers' show July 30-August 2, 2008. To see the complete list of celebrities signing at the Autograph Pavilion, CLICK HERE
• Kids Free Week at the 29th National - All youngsters 12 and under will be admitted at no charge all 5 days of the National, courtesy of NFLRUSH.com. There will be special giveaways and other activities for Kid's Free attendees! During the week there will be special performances for kids by various entertainers. A Kids Trading Table will be set up to allow youngsters to trade their cards for superstar cards.As an added bonus NFL Players will provide several former players for free autographs.
• Family Day at the 29^thNational - Sunday, August 3, has been designated as Daily Herald Family Day at the 29^th National Sports Collectors Convention. One $25 admission charge will allow a family (up to 6 people) to attend the closing day of the National. During the day there will be special performances for kids by various entertainers 11am - 2pm. A Kids Trading Table will be set up to allow youngsters to trade their cards for superstar cards. And a final National Special "FREE" raffle, where we will giveaway special sports collectibles from2pm - 3pm.