CT's Hobbies in Belvidere offers live events/tournaments for Valiance, Dungeons and Dragons, Magic the Gathering, Digimon, Yugioh, Lorcana, and sells hobby items including sports memorabilia and trading cards.
Stopped by with my boyfriend to purchase a new mtg deck. They listened to what I like and offered me the perfect option. 10/10 would recommend.
505 South State Street
Belvidere, IL 61008
United States
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I don’t think CT’s Hobbies is great because of the merchandise or all the products they sell—that stuff is fine, but it's not what makes the place special. What really sets it apart is the people. The staff and the regulars create a genuinely welcoming, supportive atmosphere. There's a sense of community there that you don’t often find in hobby shops. It's the kindness, the conversations, and the way they make everyone feel included that really makes CT’s Hobbies stand out. It’s not just a store—it’s a place where people feel like they belong.
I stopped by CT’s Hobbies yesterday looking for a set of d10 dice, something I hadn’t been able to find anywhere else. I had called ahead, and as soon as I walked in and mentioned it, someone immediately went over to the dice bin and started helping me look. The owner (or whoever was behind the counter) even took the time to apologize for a small miscommunication (which was totally on me - I didn’t mention I needed ten d10s, just that I was looking for d10s). The store was clean, bright, and had a very welcoming atmosphere. While I’m not personally into board or card games, I could definitely see this being a great hangout spot if I was. Friendly staff, good vibes, and they had exactly what I needed when nowhere else did. Highly recommend checking them out!
