February 21st — 22nd 2026
California Custom Knife Show Spring 2026
The Westin South Coast Plaza
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
An incredible display of handmade knives from some of the finest makers in the world. These knife makers will be accompanied by the top purveyors, retailers, suppliers, and craftsman in the Every Day Carry community!
Exhibitors
77Severs
Alpha Knife Suppy
American Edge
American Metal Exchange
Bober Blades
Bomp Knives
Brown Knives
CamoCarbon
CarboTi
Chaves Knives
Conde Armory
Cptn Axel
Dwyer Custom Goods
EBossHoss
EDC Lifestyle
Endless Summer Knives
Farias Knives
Farina Fine Arts
Foster So Cal Knives
Garza Custom Knives
HiTex Gear
Holt Bladeworks
Horl
Jack Alvarez
Jack Wolf Knives
Jim Sornberger
John Gray
JRW Gear
Knife Standards
Koenig Knives
Larrys Knives
Lucas Burnley
MachineWise
Meglio Knives
Mischief
NCC Knives
Nick Lockwood Collections
NOC Knives
Pro-Tech Knives
R1 Preowned
Recon 1
RIP Knives
Sean O'Connell Knives
Shirogorov Knives
Sinan Blades
Sion EDC
Strider Knives
Ti2 Design
Tracker Dan
Unlimited Bladeworkz
USA-Market
Yankee Fist Collectibles
Get your pass
CCKS Passes
Show Schedule
Saturday February 21st, 2026
Exhibitor setup
7:00AM to 9:55AM
Saturday February 21st, 2026
show opens to vip attendees
10:00AM
Saturday February 21st, 2026
Doors open to general admission
12:00PM
Saturday February 21st, 2026
Show concludes for the day
5:00PM
Sunday February 22nd, 2026
Doors open to exhibitors only
9:00AM
Sunday February 22nd, 2026
Show opens to all attendees
10:00AM
Sunday February 22nd, 2026
conclusion of show
2:00PM
Venue
The Westin South Coast Plaza
686 Anton Blvd
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-540-2500
Click the link to reserve your room at our our discounted rate.
Travel
SNA / JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT
3.6 miles from venue
18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana, CA 92707
949-252-5200
More info.
LAX / LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
39.1 miles from venue
1 World Way
Los Angeles, CA 90045
855-463-5252
More info.
FAQ
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes! You can purchase a ticket at the show (CASH ONLY) and a wristband will be provided to you.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets purchased for any R1 Promotions show are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Are kids allowed to attend?
Yes, children under 12 are admitted free with a paid adult. Please keep in mind you must be at least 18 years of age to purchase a knife. This includes entering lotteries. If an individual under 18 is drawn, the drawing cannot be transferred, and the maker must draw another name.
I purchased my tickets online. Will I receive my wristband(s) in the mail?
No. Your email confirmation of your order is all you need. Once you arrive to the show, head over to the registration desk in front of the show ballroom and provide a copy of the order confirmation (either paper or on a mobile device) and a form of ID and your wristband(s) will be given then.
When can I pick up my wristband?
For those that purchased tickets online through our website, wristbands can be picked up starting Friday evening at 9pm until 11:00pm, or on Saturday at 7:00am at the registration desk in front of the show ballroom. Wristbands can also be purchased (CASH ONLY) at these times as well.
What happens if I lose my wristband?
Wristbands are not replaceable under any circumstances. If your wristband is lost, stolen, or damaged beyond recognition, then you must purchase a new wristband to enter the show.
What hotels do you recommend?
We recommend you stay at the hotel that the show is being held at not only for the discounted room block rate, but also the convenience of being close to the show.
I purchased multiple tickets. Do I need individual names on each ticket?
You do NOT need individual names on each ticket. As long as you have a paid ticket for each person attending, you can provide a copy of the ticket purchase order in exchange for a wristband(s) onsite at the registration desk in front of the show’s ballroom. The wristband will allow you in and out access throughout the duration of the show.
Do you offer Law Enforcement / Military / First Responders discounts on tickets?
We offer a discount for our general admission ticket only. Please contact info@r1promotions.com to request a discount code for Law Enforcement / Military / First Responders.
Am I allowed to bring a knife into the show?
You may bring one knife in as an EDC as long as that knife is concealed. You may bring other knives into the show for the exclusive purpose of showing them to an Exhibitor. These knives must be carried in a bag and kept under your supervision. R1 Promotions is not responsible for any lost/stolen knives and gear.
What is brown bagging?
If an individual attending any R1 Promotions shows is caught selling product and is not a paid Exhibitor, he/she will be immediately removed from the show and will be permanently banned from attending. This includes the general hotel area (including parking lots) where the shows are being held.
Can I bring a firearm to the show?
Firearms are prohibited at all R1 Promotions events, including the general hotel area where the shows are being held. Under no circumstances will guns be allowed on premises regardless if you have a CCW permit.
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