Location: Fat Rack's BBQ... two blocks East of the Irma Inn.

A great time to spend with old friends & meet some new friends. 

Open to anyone & everyone... proof: we even allow Sharp's Collector's to attend!

https://www.fatracksbbq.com/

UPDATE:  46 Days till BYOB BBQ!

Mike

Bert H. said
Safe travels to all who make the drive to Cody!  
It is a 15+ hour drive for me to get from western Washington to Cody... 2-days on the road each direction and 54 - 55 gallons of No. 2 diesel fuel!  My old Dodge has been making that same trek since June 2005!
Bert
  

I'm coming a day early so I can come to dinner on Wednesday night.  1,100 miles and don't know how much I will use but my twin turbo V6 with a 36 gal tank gets good mileage on regular gas if I stay off the turbos. 

It is a 15+ hour drive for me to get from western Washington to Cody... 2-days on the road each direction and 54 - 55 gallons of No. 2 diesel fuel!  My old Dodge has been making that same trek since June 2005!

Bert

See you there.

Chuck said
Heather, you are very welcome.
I'm just home from Greeley and I am already planning out my next road trip, which happens to be to Cody.
  

We are packing up.  We have a lot of stuff to bring.  I am worried about fires and tornadoes.  We'll have to look at what route to take when we get closer to leaving.  

I'm just home from Greeley and I am already planning out my next road trip, which happens to be to Cody.

Chuck said
Heather, please update the Thursday date. 
  

Hi Chuck,

Thanks for picking up on that.  I’ve revised the date.  

If you are still in the process of making your plans to attend the 2026 Cody Show or you will be attending the show, below is information for table holders and attendees. The show is currently sold out.

Accommodations

We have secured a Group Accommodation Agreement with Blair Hotels, which is offering reduced rates at its three Cody properties. Rates do not include the 11% tax. Please call the hotel directly and mention that you are a Winchester Arms Collectors Association member when making reservations.

• Holiday Inn Cody at Buffalo Bill Village — 307-587-5555
  $214 flat rate (1–4 persons per room)
• Comfort Inn at Buffalo Bill Village Resort — 307-587-5556
  $199 flat rate (1–4 persons per room)
• Buffalo Bill Village — 307-587-5544
  $149 flat rate for 1-bedroom cabin (1–4 persons)
  $169 flat rate for 2-bedroom cabin (2–8 persons)

A Western Rose Motel also welcomes WACA members during the 2026 Cody Show.  Rates:

• Single Queen — $139
• Double Queen/King — $149

Reservations may be made online through Cody Wyoming Hotels | A Western Rose Motel or by calling 307-587-4258. Please note the property is closed between October 1 and May 15.

Additional accommodations can be found through the Cody Chamber of Commerce website. Other lodging options are also available through Airbnb and Vrbo.

Camping

There are a variety of campgrounds in the Cody area. The Chamber of Commerce is an excellent resource, and a simple internet search will provide additional campground information.

Please note: Overnight camping in the parking lot of the Riley Arena is strongly discouraged. The Cody Police Department regularly patrols the parking lot and may ticket overnight campers.

Buffalo Bill Center of the West

We are extremely grateful for our partnership with the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. During the weekend of the show, WACA members will receive free admission to the museum with a valid membership card. There is plenty to see and experience at the museum so we encourage you to take the time to enjoy all that it has to offer.

The Show

The Cody Show is the premier event of the year for our association and features some of the finest Winchester firearms and Winchester-related items in the world. The show includes 330 tables dedicated to buying, selling, and trading.

On Sunday, the rifle raffle winners will be announced for two short rifles: Models 1873 and 1892.  Raffle ticket purchases are available through the WACA Office or at the show. $40 for 20 tickets, $20 for 10 tickets, or $3.00 each.

Show Badges

Name badges are made prior to the show and placed in the registration packets.  Registration packets contain name specific badges and it speeds the process if we can complete those in advance.  If you have changes to your badges or have not provided names, please call the WACA Office.

Two Exhibitor badges are included for 1st table; 1 additional badge given for each additional table, limit of 4 badges total.  ***Two additional badges are available per table holder at $35 per badge.

Display Awards

Educational displays showcase the rich history of Winchester firearms and related collectibles. All displayers are recognized at the Annual Banquet for their hard work and dedication to preserving Winchester history.

Top displayers will compete for the coveted Glenn Hockett Best of Show Award and the George Madis Best Educational Award. Cash prizes will also be awarded to the top three displayers.

Events

The Buffalo Bill Center of the West will host our Annual Members Meeting in the Coe Auditorium on Friday evening. Immediately following the meeting, members and a guest are invited to attend a complimentary meet-and-greet featuring a small fare menu. There is no cost to attend this event.

On Saturday evening, our Annual Banquet will be held at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Guests will enjoy a buffet-style dinner along with a presentation by Hunter Old Elk, Curator of the Indian Plains Museum.  She will be speaking on the topic of Beauty and Function: Plains Indian Rifle Cases and Gun Stock War Clubs.

The evening will also include display awards presentations and a fundraiser raffle. This is always an enjoyable event for attendees. Banquet tickets are $50 each and may be purchased through the WACA Office. Seating is limited and tickets may not be available for purchase at the show.

There is plenty to see and do in and around Cody in addition to attending the show. The 51st Annual Cody Show continues the tradition and legacy that make this event so special. We hope you will join us in Cody for this milestone gathering of Winchester collectors and enthusiasts.

Show Hours

Exhibitors:

Thursday, July 9, 2026:  Setup 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. & Friday 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 

Friday, July 10, 2025 & Saturday, July 11, 2026: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.   Sunday, July 12, 2026:  8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Public:

Thursday, July 9, 2026: Early Bird Entry $35

Friday, July 10 & Saturday, July 11, 2026: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. $8/per person, $20 3-day pass, Children under 12 free,

WACA Members with membership card receive free entry on Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Questions can be directed to Vinny Martin, Show Manager & WACA President at 508-922-9267 or the WACA Office at 406-285-3722.

TXGunNut said
 I'll work on Jeremy, he's a good admin so he's stingy with PTO, even his own! 
 
  

Truth!

There better be another dinner planned between Thursday and Sunday! (not counting the WACA dinner)

Haven't stated working on my itinerary but will certainly try to work it in. I'll work on Jeremy, he's a good admin so he's stingy with PTO, even his own! Great time last year. 

Mike

When:  Wednesday (July 8th) at 6:00pm

Where:  Fat Racks BBQ (same place as last year).  Two blocks east of the Erma Hotel.

What:  BYOB (Buy Your Own BBQ) 

Come enjoy a relaxed time with friends before the craziness starts at the show on Thursday morning.  

Looking forward to seeing everyone there.