Mark your calendars! The biggest photo and video event of the season is almost here. From Friday, July 31st through Sunday, August 2nd, both Camera Exchange locations—Burnet Rd in Austin and San Pedro Ave in San Antonio—are hosting our legendary Annual Summer EXPO & Sale.
Whether you are looking to upgrade your camera body, pick up that dream wide-angle lens for summer travels, or simply learn new skills from industry masters, this weekend is your best opportunity of the year to save big.
Here are four major reasons you need to visit The Camera Exchange this weekend.
1. We Pay Your Sales Tax!
High-end cameras and glass are an investment, and sales tax can add up fast. For three days only during the Summer EXPO, The Camera Exchange is covering the sales tax on eligible purchases!
When you combine our storewide EXPO pricing with manufacturer instant rebates and no sales tax out of pocket, you are looking at unprecedented savings on the gear you’ve had on your wish list all year.
🎟️ Plan Your Visit: RSVP for the 2026 Summer EXPO to save your spot and unlock event-exclusive announcements!
2. Get an Extra 10% Trade-In Bonus for Your Used Gear
Have older camera bodies, DSLR lenses, or unused focal lengths taking up space in your closet? Turn them into top-dollar store credit!
During the Summer EXPO, our trade-in team will be evaluating gear on the spot. On top of our standard top-dollar cash and credit offers, we are offering an extra 10% Trade-In Bonus when you trade up to new gear.
- Pro Tip: Bring your gear clean with charged batteries and original chargers to speed up your trade evaluation!
3. Test-Drive the Latest Gear with Factory Reps
Want to try out a flagship mirrorless camera before committing? Representatives from the world’s leading camera and lighting brands will be in-store in Austin Friday and Saturday!
Come chat directly with tech specialists from:
- Camera Brands: Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm
- Lens Specialists: Sigma, Tamron
They are bringing full loaner fleets, so you can mount that high-end prime or fast telephoto zoom onto your camera body and test it right inside the store.
4. Free In-Store Workshops (Austin Location)
Education is a core part of what we do. On Friday, July 31st and Saturday, August 1st, our Austin (Burnet Rd) classroom is hosting a full lineup of 100% FREE workshops taught by official manufacturer representatives!
Friday, July 31st Schedule:
- 11:00 AM – First Frame: Getting Started with Tamron (Presented by Tamron)
- 12:30 PM – Event Photography with Canon (Presented by Canon)
- 2:00 PM – Travel Photography with Sony (Presented by Sony)
Saturday, August 1st Schedule:
- 11:00 AM – Crafting Studio Portraits with Sigma (Presented by Sigma)
- 12:30 PM – Intro to Video with Nikon (Presented by Nikon)
- 2:00 PM – Control, Customize, and Create with Fujifilm (Presented by Fujifilm)
Seats for these free classes fill up quickly, so be sure to register online ahead of time to lock in your chair!
✍️ Reserve Your Seat: Browse and Register for Free EXPO Workshops before seats run out!
Store Locations & EXPO Hours
The 2026 Summer EXPO takes place simultaneously across both of our Central Texas locations:
- Austin Location: 5907 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757 | (512) 520-5161
- San Antonio Location: 6635 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78216 | (210) 349-4400
EXPO Hours:
- Friday, July 31: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday, August 1: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday, August 2: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Don’t miss out on three days of trade-in bonuses, tax-free savings, rep demos, and free education. We can’t wait to see you this weekend at The Camera Exchange!