the nation's gun show

Why Gun Shows Are Great

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 2 miles 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

​​​​​​​​​2025 Annual Passes​

NOW ON SALE!

Acts as a 3-day pass for 5 shows!

A yearly savings of $25 on Admission price!

​$80.00​

June 13, 14 & 15, 2025

July 18, 19 & 20, 2025

September 26, 27 & 28, 2025

November 21, 22 & 23, 2025

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CALL 540.951.1344 or 540.951.2344 to order

or purchase at the show!

QUOTE OF THE DAY:
"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

Directions:

From I-81, take Rt. 66 East,, take Exit 53 onto Rt. 28 North, Drive 3 miles. Take Willard Road Exit and turn right. Take the first or second left into Chantilly Shopping Center. Follow the signs to Dulles Expo & Conference Center.

Exhibitor Rules:

EXHIBITOR RULES AND REGULATIONS 122014.pdf

Chantilly Exhibitor Rules

1) No Battery Packs Allowed!
2) Any open flame requires a permit from the Fire Marshall!
3) Any food sampling requires a food permit!
4) Any food sold MUST be Pre-Approved!
5) Any food sold MUST reach an agreement with concession about a required fee.

PLEASE READ ENTIRE LINK BELOW:

EXHIBITOR RULES AND REGULATIONS 122014.pdf

EXHIBITOR iNFORMATION

Dulles Expo Smokeless Powder Memo

DO NOT BRING LOADED GUNS INTO THE BUILDING

Tables:

1,300 Eight Foot Tables

Aisle $150.00  |  Wall $155.00 

Electricity $95.00

WIFI:  FREE - Compliments of Showmasters

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 

Tables:

1,300 Eight Foot Tables

On-Site Hotel:

Holiday Inn

4335 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA 20151
$85.00 King, Double or Single
(703) 815 - 6060

DULLES EXPO CENTER

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
2025 Annual Passes are available!

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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  NEW! 

Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SHOW DATES​

​2025
June 13, 14 & 15, 2025
July 18, 19 & 20, 2025
September 26, 27 & 28, 2025
November 21, 22, & 23, 2025

2026
​January 2, 3 & 4, 2026

Location:

Dulles Expo Center

4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA

 

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.