2018 Carry Guard Expo Now Selling Tickets

by
posted on August 10, 2018
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
nra-carry-guard-expo-2018.jpg

The National Rifle Association is expanding its effort to provide Americans with the skills and knowledge necessary to defend their lives and their families with the NRA Carry Guard Expo, a three-day experience at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, VA, Sept. 14 to 16, 2018.

The expo will feature a number of seminars and workshops designed to provide personal-defense-minded citizens with personal-protection and concealed-carry tips and tactics, taught by the foremost instructors and defense experts from around the country.

In addition, the Carry Guard Expo will include an exhibit hall that includes more than 150 firearm and accessory companies showing off their most-advanced guns and gear designed for self-defense and concealed carry. In addition, the event will also include a Concealed Carry Fashion Show for men and women, raffles, virtual reality experiences and shooting simulators, and more. A full floor plan of exhibitors at the show can be viewed here

More than 100 seminars will be offered throughout the week, and topics will include Strategies for Home Safety, Drawing from the Holster, How to Interact with Law Enforcement, Vehicle Environment Skills, Justification of Lethal Force, Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events, Gun Control Lies, and more. Seminars are free with the price of admission ($30 for general admission, $20 for NRA Members [and you can join at the door, special discounts apply], $10 for NRA Life Members and NRA Carry Guard members are free).

Fee-based workshops are longer, with topics such as Edged Weapons for Every Day Carry, Dynamics of Personal Defense, Multi-State CCW Permit Course, and Refuse to be a Victim. In addition, MMA legend Frank Mir will be presenting a two-hour training session focusing on entry-level Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fighting. Tickets are available at the NRA Carry Guard Expo website here.

Looking for the perfect product to conceal your firearm during everyday activities? Come to the Concealed Carry Fashion Showfor men and womenon Friday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. and watch exhibitors walk the runway with their concealed-carry clothing, holsters, purses, packs and other accessories. See the variety of concealed-carry products that are at the Expo and how you can incorporate them in a casual or corporate environment. This Friday-evening event should top your list of things to experience at the NRA Carry Guard Expo. Tickets on sale now and can be purchased at the NRA Carry Guard Expo page here.

To learn more about the exciting opportunities offered by the NRA Carry Guard Expo, visit the event website here. Check back regularly to view updates on announcements, training opportunities, and seminars scheduled for the event.

Latest

2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts $45 to $83
2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts $45 to $83

2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts $45 to $83

Whether you’re looking for practical gear or just fun, firearm-related stocking stuffers, we’ve got you covered.

How Fast Can You Run?

Can you get out of trouble when it's time to go?

First Look: Wilson Combat WCP365 2.0

Wilson Combat upgrades an iconic pistol from SIG Sauer.

I Carry: Taurus 66 Combat Revolver in a Galco Holster

In this week's episode of "I Carry," we have a Taurus 66 Combat .357 Magnum revolver in a Galco Summer Comfort holster with a Cold Steel Karve knife.

Tech Wisdom: Get It Straight

My first trip to the range with my new Smith & Wesson Model 640 went from eager anticipation to sheer disappointment. The first five shots downrange at 10 yards went into an acceptable cluster on the right edge of the target.

Bond Arms Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Three decades of quality firearms from Bond Arms.

Interests



Get the best of Shooting Illustrated delivered to your inbox.