Great Southern Gun & Knife Shows
Great Southern Gun & Knife Shows started in 1984 when Ernie and Helen Bean launched the first event. Now managed by Shawn and Elizabeth Bean, these shows have grown into some of the largest firearms and accessories marketplaces in the USA. We have been in business for over 40 years producing high-qu...
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Great Southern Gun & Knife Shows started in 1984 when Ernie and Helen Bean launched the first event. Now managed by Shawn and Elizabeth Bean, these shows have grown into some of the largest firearms and accessories marketplaces in the USA.
We have been in business for over 40 years producing high-quality shows that are consistently well attended by the public. Our hallmark of intensive advertising and our dealer-oriented philosophy makes us one of the top shows in the USA.
Hundreds of vendor tables loaded with: - New and used firearms (buy, sell, trade) - Knives and tactical blades - Ammunition and reloading supplies - Gun parts and components - Holsters and carry gear - Military items and camouflage - Hunting and collector gear
Whether you're a serious collector looking to trade up, a hunter restocking for the season, or a reloader searching for supplies, there's inventory for every need at discounted prices.
Kenner, LA - Pontchartrain Center 4545 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 70065 400 vendor spaces
Westwego, LA - Alario Center 2000 Segnette Blvd, Westwego, LA 70094 400 vendor spaces
Richland, MS - Richland Parks & Rec Center 460 East Harper St, Richland, MS 39218 300 vendor spaces
| Show Hours | Details |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sunday | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Vendor Setup | Friday 12-6 p.m., Saturday 7-9 a.m., Sunday 9:30-10 a.m. |
- •Kenner/Westwego: $11
- •Richland: $10
- •Kids (6-11): $2
- •LEOs in uniform and Active Duty Military in uniform or with ID: Free
24-hour security guards at all venues. Heavy advertising via billboards, radio, and local marketing.
Kenner/Westwego: - January 17-18 (Pontchartrain Center) - April 11-12 (Alario Center) - June 20-21 (Pontchartrain Center) - Additional show TBA
Richland, MS: - February 7-8 - August 8-9 - November 14-15
Space Details: - 8-foot vendor spaces - $100 per space - $10 discount if paid 2 weeks in advance - All exhibitors must be present for entire show hours - No refunds within 2 weeks of show - No cancellations by email
Rules: - All guns must be unloaded and secured with gun ties - No loose ammunition inside venue - No alcoholic beverages - No photography or videography without manager approval - No carts in aisles (fire code/insurance) - No flea market material
Payment: - Credit cards accepted (3.75% processing fee) - Money orders only 2 weeks prior to show - No personal checks
The Bean family operates multiple gun shows across the region: - High Caliber Gun Show by Todd Bean in Texas - North Florida Gun Shows by Victor Bean in Florida - Cap Gun Shows by Sondra Hewett in Louisiana
Phone: (865) 671-4757 Email: [email protected] Mailing Address: Great Southern Gun & Knife Shows PO Box 24416 Knoxville, TN 37933
The shows advocate high ethical standards in firearms trading to promote positive public perception of the industry and proudly support the NRA's mission.