For music lovers, vinyl collectors, and nostalgia seekers, there’s no event quite like the Austin Record Convention—the largest recorded music sale in the United States. On May 3rd and 4th, this massive marketplace returns, bringing together over 300 dealers from across the U.S. and Europe inside 40,000 square feet of floor space at the Palmer Events Center.

Whether you’re searching for rare 78s from the 1930s, classic LPs, vintage 45s, or even the elusive 8-track tape, chances are you’ll find it here. With over a million records, CDs, cassettes, posters, and music memorabilia, the Austin Record Convention is more than an event—it’s a full-blown musical treasure hunt.

🎟 General Admission ($5) opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday, giving attendees two full days to dig through stacks of music history.

🎟 Early Shopper Admission ($30) grants exclusive access after dealer load-in on Friday, as well as 8:00 AM entry on Saturday and 9:00 AM entry on Sunday, giving hardcore collectors a jump-start on the rare finds.

📍 Location: Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
🚗 Parking: Available at the Palmer Center / Long Center Parking Garage ($10 fee)

If you have LPs, 45s, or 78s to sell but can’t make it to the convention, Austin Record Convention organizers may come to you. Contact them to explore options for off-site purchases and save yourself the hassle of hauling heavy boxes of vinyl.

🔗 Tickets & Dealer Info: Austin Record Convention Website