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Does Hobby Lobby
code as Retail?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Hobby Lobby — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5945
Category
Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops
Reward Category
Retail
Confirmed by
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Best cards for Hobby Lobby
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
Amazon Prime Rewards Visa
5% back on Amazon & Whole Foods
5% back
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
2% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Hobby Lobby use?
Hobby Lobby uses MCC 5945 — Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Hobby Lobby by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Hobby Lobby count as hobby, toy, and game shops for credit card rewards?
Yes — Hobby Lobby codes as Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops (MCC 5945), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a hobby, toy, and game shops category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Hobby Lobby?
The best card depends on how Hobby Lobby codes. Since it uses MCC 5945 (Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.