Why Gun Shows Are Great

Hotels:


Holiday Inn
4335 Chantilly Shopping Center
Chantilly, VA 20151
$109 for King or Double
703.815.6060


MainStay Suites Sterling

21123 Whitfield Place

Sterling VA 20165

$94 per night

BOOKING LINK

571.353.1851


Courtyard by Marriott Dulles Town Center

45500 Majestic Drive

Dulles VA 20166

​$161 per night

571.434.6400​​​​

2026 and 2027 Annual Passes

$180 2026 / 2027 Annual Pass (9 Shows)

Plus one show in 2028 for people who have already purchased 9 shows, full refund or $20 one show refund,

which ever your prefer.

$140 2027 Annual Pass (7 Shows)

SKIP THE LINE

"THE PROBLEM IS WHETHER THE AMERICAN PEOPLE HAVE LOYALTY ENOUGH, HONOR ENOUGH,

PATRIOTISM ENOUGH,

TO LIVE UP TO THEIR OWN CONSTITUTION."
FREDERICK DOUGLAS

MILITARY - Bring your work orders to purchase a firearm!

We can make copies at the show office at

the front of the show if you need them.  

Gun Dealer will need to keep a copy.

​ATF POLICY FOR OUT-OF-STATE GUN SHOWS 07-08-2017.pdf

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.

Cash or credit at the door!

DO NOT BRING LOADED GUNS 

​INTO THE BUILDING

Tables:

1,200 Eight Foot Tables

Aisle $160.00  |  Wall $165.00 

Electricity $110.00​

Exhibitor Set-Up:​

Thursday 2:00PM - 8:00PM

Friday     8:00AM - 1:00 PM  

Saturday 8:00AM - 9:00AM

Sunday   9:00 AM - 10:00AM 

1,200 Tables

Admission:

Friday Pass: $15.00  |  3 Day Pass: $25.00  |  Adults: $19.00
Teens (12-17): $10.00  |  Children under 12: FREE
Children: Under 12 years age:  FREE with Supervising Adult
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​CASH OR CREDIT CARDS AT THE DOOR
FREE PARKING
Join the NRA at the show - get FREE admission and
a discount on membership, a hat and a magazine subscription

Join VCDL at the show - get in FREE

Public Hours:​

Friday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NEW LOCATION:

​DTC Expo Center

Dulles Town Center Mall

21050 Dulles Town Circle

Sterling VA 20166

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About the Nation's Gun Show:

Here at The Nation's Gun Show, we are dedicated to you and all your different needs. Items that can be found at the Nation's Gun Show include, but are not limited to: guns, modern guns, antique firearms, knives, ammo, militaria, accessories, shotguns, rifles, shotguns, holsters and swords.

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STERLING, VA - 1,200 Tables

​​​​​NEXT SHOW:  DECEMBER 4, 5 & 6, 2026​

CANCELED - OCT. 30, 31 & NOV. 1, 2026 - CANCELED!

the nation's gun show

Firearms Purchasing Requirement

  • Instant background check - only takes a few minutes on average
  • Competitive prices!
  • Show Office to help you find what you need
  • Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff and exhibitors
  • Our gun shows have a zero tolerance policy for loaded guns in the building allowing you and your fellow visitors to handle all the guns in a safe environment.
  • Only our security and law enforcement with proper identification can carry a loaded gun in the building
  • Access to safety training courses
  • Free personal consultations to find the best fit for you
  • Experts to explain firearm's function, use, and other details
  • Variety - Over 1 mile of guns, accessories, ammo, knives, surplus, military antiques, collectible firearms, and much more
  • Guns at your fingertips - You can pick up the firearm, feel the weight, check the grip, work the action, trigger pull, etc.
  • You can grab-and-go or spend the entire weekend at the show to increase your firearm knowledge.
  • Check concealability, get fitted with holster with the level of concealment you desire.
  • Get everything you need for your firearms or weapon in one place, ammo, safes, training, etc.
  • Discounts when you bundle- even between some different vendors

ANNUAL PASSES

Order online or call the office at 540.951.1344 or 540.951.2344


Annual Pass will be at show for pick-up or mailed if ordered 10 days before the show.


You can also buy at the show.  We can mail or bring to the next show.

Bring a friend!  Purchase a 2026 / 2027 or 2027 Nation’s Gun Show Annual Pass BEFORE December 31, 2026 and receive 2 FREE PASSES good for one show! 

Acts as a 3-day pass for 9 shows!  (2 shows in 2026 and 7 shows in 2027)  A yearly savings of $45 on admission price.

A yearly savings of $35 on admission price for 2027 Annual Pass (7 shows)!    

DTC EXPO CENTER

Dulles Town Center

21050 Dulles Town Circle

​Sterling VA 20166

No Loaded Guns Accept for Law Enforcement with Proper Identification

Exhibitor Rules

1) Any open flame requires a permit from the Fire Marshal!
2) Any food sampling requires a food permit!
3) Any food sold MUST be Pre-Approved!
4) Any food sold MUST reach an agreement with concession about a required fee.

EXHIBITOR iNFORMATION

SHOW DATES​

Oct. 30, 31 & Nov. 1, 2026 - CANCELED!​

​DUE TO UNFORSEEN

BUILDING PERMIT DELAYS

​​November 20, 21 & 22, 2026 - RESCHEDULED!

​December 4, 5 & 6, 2026


2027

January 8, 9 & 10, 2027

February 12, 13 & 14, 2027

April 9, 10 & 11,  2027

June 11, 12 & 13, 2027

August 20, 21 & 22, 2027

October 1, 2 & 3, 2027

December 3, 4 & 5, 2027​