The Central Florida Gun Show
Organized by the Lakeland Rifle & Pistol Club and
held exclusively at the SUN ’n FUN Expo Campus in Lakeland, Florida
The Central Florida Gun Show is a recurring firearms event held multiple times each year. The show brings together licensed dealers, private sellers, and exhibitors in a structured, safety-focused environment and is operated by club volunteers.
Heritage & Growth
The Central Florida Gun Show began in 1968—the same year the Lakeland Rifle & Pistol Club was founded. What started with 100 tables at the Lake Mirror Center has grown into one of the Southeast's most respected shows, now featuring up to 300 tables and approximately 150 vendors. Despite challenging conditions in those early years, dedicated club volunteers kept the tradition alive, building one of the most respected gun shows in the region.
Run entirely by LRPC volunteers, the show reflects our commitment to authenticity, community, and the shooting sports. Our vendors are carefully selected, and we maintain waiting lists of exhibitors wanting to participate - a testament to the show's reputation for quality and integrity.
What Makes Us Different
Focused on the good stuff. Unlike many gun shows that are padded with flea-market fillers, ours stays focused on firearms and related equipment: 300 tables—modern, used, historic, collectible. The kind of variety people actually come to see.
Vendors chosen on purpose. With a waiting list for our shows, we can be selective. Exhibitors are screened for quality, knowledge, and the kind of inventory that keeps this show worth the trip.
Built and run by the Club. For 58 years, members of the Lakeland Rifle & Pistol Club have handled the operations, vendor selection, and floor management themselves. That’s how our show keeps its reputation for professionalism and consistency.
Smooth, comfortable experience. Everything is inside one climate-controlled hall—no walking between buildings, no outdoor shifts, no hidden sections. FREE parking and organized entry keep things moving; the opening rush settles quickly. Once you’re in, you’re seeing the whole show.
When the people running the show are part of the community, it shows in the details.
Visit Us
Whether you're a collector, enthusiast, or just want to see what's available, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere and a wide selection at the Central Florida Gun Show.
Always the 3rd weekend in January, May, and September, at the SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus.
For Attendees Bringing Firearms Into the Show
All attendees are welcome to bring firearms for appraisal, sale, or trade, subject to specific requirements and restrictions. Please click Learn More for more information.
For Vendors
Interested in having tables at our show?