
Nominee for Best Hobby Shop
Bleecker Trading is the premier New York City card shop and cultural hub with storefronts in the West Village and on the Upper West Side. The shop defines itself as “a home for cards, culture, and community,” merging retail, events, and collector ethos into its core identity.
In 2025, Matt Winkelried, a longtime collector turned operator, acquired Bleecker Trading, ushering in a new era while affirming the continuity of its mission. 
Under Matt's leadership, the shop continues to host Trade Nights, the Bleecker Card Show, collaborate on celebrity drop events, and offer grading drop-off services. Winkelried describes Bleecker as a hospitality business first, aiming to make every visitor - whether a seasoned collector or newcomer - feel at home.

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