We’ve never wanted to be inside during the summer more than now.
Starting July 22, the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con swoops into the San Diego Convention Center for five jam-packed days of titillating cosplay, star-studded panels and welcoming community.
If you’d like to be there, last-minute single-day passes are still available.
At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on passes was $530 including fees on SeatGeek.
Other daily passes have inventory starting anywhere from $878 to $2,270 including fees.
Make sure to use promo code NYPOST10 for $10 off purchases over $250 at checkout (Editor’s Note: this discount is only valid for users’ first purchase on SeatGeek).
As mentioned above, should you make it out to “Sandy Eggo,” you’ll be treated to a number of exciting panels. Just a few of the most anticipated this year include Mel Brooks for “Spaceballs 2,” “Weapons” director Zach Cregger, “Pan’s Labyrinth” visionary and Academy Award-winner Guillermo Del Toro, the heads of Marvel Studios (where they might debut the trailer for “Avengers: Doomsday”), and the cast and crew of “King of the Hill.”
We’re also salivating at the prospect of catching the cast and crew of “Blade Runner 2099” and “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” in person.
Of course, there’s also a “Star Trek” panel. As an added bit of intrigue, George Takei is confirmed to participate.
Yet, what makes Comic-Con so special is the atmosphere.
“The best memories usually aren’t the ones you planned—they’re the conversations in line, discovering a new favorite series, stumbling into an activation you didn’t know existed, or watching thousands of fans celebrate something they love together,” Muse TV noted in an informative SDCC survival guide.
“Some of my favorite Comic-Con memories didn’t happen inside Hall H or during a panel; they happened while waiting in line or chatting with complete strangers who loved the same fandoms I do.”
Now, get your costume ready. We’ll see ya in San Diego.
For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about attending the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con below.
How much are tickets for the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con?
A complete breakdown of all single-day San Diego Comic-Con dates and ticket prices can be found here:
| San Diego Comic-Con dates | Ticket prices start at |
|---|---|
| Thursday, July 23 Single-day pass | N/A |
| Friday, July 24 Single-day pass | $2,270 (including fees) |
| Saturday, July 25 Single-day pass | $878 (including fees) |
| Sunday, July 26 Single-day pass | $530 (including fees) |
What are the major panels at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con?
Here are the five biggest panels to look out for each day of the “Con,” courtesy of Variety.
*The blurbs below were written by Variety; not The New York Post.
Thursday, July 23
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender (Paramount+). Join the voice actors and creative team behind Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender for an in-depth conversation about the making of the upcoming film, and what’s next in the Avatar universe. Expect exclusive sneak peeks and unforgettable insights into Aang’s next epic journey. 1 p.m., Hall H
Inside the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Celebrate the art of visual storytelling with an exclusive sneak peek inside the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, featuring Senior Curator and Head of Film Programs Ryan Linkof, Co-Founders of Stoopid Buddy Stoodios’ Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, DC’s President, Publisher, and CCO Jim Lee, and moderated by Keke Palmer. Join the panelists for a first look at upcoming museum content and film programming, a deep dive into narrative art, and the unexpected detours that have inspired George Lucas and generations of artists. 4:45 p.m., Hall H
Onslaught (A24). From Adam Wingard and Simon Barrett (Godzilla x Kong, The Guest, You’re Next) comes the action thriller Onslaught. When a rogue squad of genetically engineered super soldiers break loose in the desert, a hardened Army sniper must protect a young daughter. Wingard, Adria Arjona, Drew Starkey, Rebecca Hall and Dan Stevens discuss the film with moderator Kevin Smith, followed by never-before-seen footage that will not be shown again until the fall. 5:30 p.m., Ballroom 20
Brad Bird: My Cinematic Journey. (Skydance Animation & Netflix) Brad Bird, Academy Award–winning filmmaker behind The Iron Giant, The Incredibles, Ratatouille, and Mission: Impossible–Ghost Protocol, takes part in a wide-ranging conversation celebrating his career. Bird discusses his creative process, storytelling approach, and the unforgettable characters and worlds that have defined his films. He also shares an exclusive first look at his upcoming Skydance Animation and Netflix feature, Ray Gunn, with new details about the film’s story, style, and what audiences can expect from his next film. Guiding the conversation is Collider’s editor-in-chief, Steven Weintraub. 6:00 p.m., Hall H
Stan Lee: The Final Chapter exclusive screening (Osmosis Global). Stan Lee was the beloved face of comics and a legend whose larger-than-life personality inspired people around the world. But behind the smiles, convention appearances and red-carpet events, there was a very different story. Stan Lee: The Final Chapter reveals the reality of Stan Lee’s final years. Through never-before-seen footage and firsthand accounts, the documentary pulls back the curtain on the life of this icon and serves as a reminder that what the public sees is not always the whole truth. 8:15 p.m., Room 6DE
Friday, July 24
Blade Runner 2099 and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Prime Video). Enter dystopian Los Angeles and the epic battle for Middle-earth in exclusive looks at the upcoming series Blade Runner 2099 and Season 3 of The Rings of Power. Cast and executive producers of the series will take you into their worlds, sharing behind-the-scenes insights and thrilling surprises. 10 a.m., Hall H
The Vampire Lestat (AMC / AMC+). Cast and producers including Jacob Anderson, Assad Zaman and Eric Bogosian, creator and showrunner Rolin Jones and executive producers Mark Johnson and Hannah Moscovitch (executive producer) discuss the season finale, with highlights from the music performance The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only Live, featuring original songs from series composer Daniel Hart and performed by Sam Reid as Lestat. 12:30 p.m., Hall H
Spaceballs: The Comic-Con Panel (Amazon MGM Studios). The cast and filmmakers offer a behind-the-Schwartz look at Spaceballs: The New One, the sequel to Mel Brooks’ 1987 cult classic that is being released in April 2027. Between the reboots, legacy sequels, and cinematic universes competing for nostalgic attention this weekend, this is the one prepared to say exactly what it is doing. Buckle up. Ludicrous speed ahead. 4 p.m., Hall H
King of the Hill (20th Television Animation / Hulu). Fresh off the premiere of its latest season on Hulu, join co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, showrunner and executive producer Saladin Patterson and cast Kathy Najimy, Stephen Root, Lauren Tom, Toby Huss and Ashley Gardner for an inside look at the new era of “King of the Hill” and what’s new for Arlen’s favorite residents. 4 p.m., Indigo Ballroom
The 20th Anniversary of Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth (Cineverse). Guillermo del Toro, actors Doug Jones (Pale Man, Faun) and Ivana Baquero (Ofelia) and cinematographer Guillermo Navarro take fans through an exclusive behind-the-scenes event celebrating the film’s craft, legacy and cultural impact ahead of a theatrical 4K rerelease in October. 5:15 p.m., Hall H
Saturday, July 25
Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall (Warner Bros. Animation / DC Studios / Warner Bros Home Entertainment). When the mysterious behemoth known only as Bane frees Batman’s entire Rogue’s Gallery from Arkham Asylum, the Caped Crusader is pushed to his mental and physical breaking point. Join Rick Morales (supervising producer), Jim Krieg (producer), Michael Mando (voice of “Bane”) and others for an inside look into the multi-part animated event bringing to life one of the most iconic and beloved sagas in the rich history of Batman comics. 10 a.m., Room 6A
Futurama (20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). It’s the wildest “Futurama” panel since EVER! “Futurama” returns weekly, starting on Aug. 3, on Hulu with 10 splactacular new episodes. But why wait like a sucker when you can see top-secret world-premiere footage right now, presented by Matt Groening himself! And not just himself — he’ll be joined by head writer David X. Cohen, executive producers Claudia Katz and Ken Keeler, moderator Lee Supercinski and Futurama megastars Billy West, John DiMaggio, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr, David Herman and Maurice LaMarche! All who do not attend will be destroyed. 11 a.m., Ballroom 20
The Simpsons (20th Television Animation / Hulu / Fox). “The Simpsons” is back at San Diego Comic-Con for the one millionth time! Matt Groening will be joined on stage by writers, animators and top-secret special guests for a celebration of this record-breaking millionth appearance in Ballroom 20. And to honor this millionth anniversary, “The Simpsons” will be showing an exclusive world premiere sneak preview of a chilling brand-new “Simpsons” story that will challenge everything you thought you knew about Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie (and Barney). 11:45 a.m., Ballroom 20
Star Trek Universe (Paramount+). Join the cast and executive producers of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds for an exclusive look at what’s ahead, along with a celebration of Star Trek’s 60th anniversary featuring talent from across the franchise. Scheduled to appear from Strange New Worlds: Anson Mount, Rebecca Romijn, Ethan Peck, Christina Chong, Celia Rose Gooding, Melissa Navia and Paul Wesley, alongside EPs Akiva Goldsman, Henry Alonso Myers and Alex Kurtzman. Scheduled to appear for the 60th celebration along with a special intro from Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry: Michael Dorn, Robert Picardo, Connor Trinneer, Cirroc Lofton, Doug Jones, Michelle Hurd, Jerry O’Connell, Christina Chong, Karim Diané and George Takei. 12:30 p.m., Hall H
Marvel Studios Hall H presentation. Join Marvel Studios alongside special guests from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe, for an exclusive look at what’s next. 5:30 p.m., Hall H
Sunday, July 26
Saying “Hi” with Alice Oseman. Alice Oseman, the #1 New York Times bestselling author, illustrator, and Emmy–winning screenwriter of Heartstopper, reflects on the end of Heartstopper with the final volume in the series and the finale movie Heartstopper Forever on Netflix. 11:15 a.m., Room 6DE
Star Trek: 60th Anniversary Celebration (IDW). As Star Trek celebrates its 60th anniversary, there has never been a better time to beam into the comics. With a new series taking place years after the Star Trek: Picard finale and stellar surprises, the captain of IDW’s Star Trek comics, Heather Antos, charts a course through an in-depth discussion about the next frontier of Star Trek comics, featuring the biggest minds behind the upcoming missions. 1:30 p.m., Room 6A
Welcome to New Vegas, Vault Dweller (Prime Video) Bottle caps, brain jars, and deathclaws—oh my. Michael Dennin (theoretical physicist), Ben Siepser (rocket scientist), and Daniel Glenn (film and television expert) explore the science, tech, and lore hiding in plain sight throughout the Fallout universe, from mind-controlling spine rigs to storing your personality in a computer, breaking down the fascinating pieces of wasteland tech you may have missed. 2 p.m., Neil Morgan Auditorium
The Lord of the Rings and the New Age of Adaptations It’s been 25 years since fans excitedly anticipated Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings movies, and now a new age of adaptations is upon us. Jay Komas (general manager, Middle-earth Enterprises), Clifford Broadway (host, TORn Tuesday), Matt Graf (Nerd of the Rings), Jim Wert (TORn special events coordinator – East), Kellie Rice (Happy Hobbit; author), and Cathy Udovch (TORn special events coordinator – West). TheOneRing.net returns with the latest news and gossip on The Hunt for Gollum, The Rings of Power, games, collectibles, and other LOTR goodies in the works. What a time to be a fan. 2:15 p.m., Room 6BCF
Buffy: Once More, With Feeling: The Musical Experience (Fandom Charities / HellmouthCon / and SixDegreesOfGeek) The show closes with an interactive screening of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer musical episode, “Once More, with Feeling”, as Comic-Con’s closing event. Often cited as one of the finest, funniest and most ingenious episodes in the Buffyverse, it was made for talkin’—back, that is, and singing and dancing in the aisles, with or without the dry cleaning. Audience participation is not just for The Rocky Horror Picture Show anymore. 3:30 p.m., Room 6BCF
Huge Comic-Cons in 2026
If you can’t make it to Comic-Con in San Diego, there will be many more opportunities to “Con” this year.
Here are just five you won’t want to miss live and in the rooms where it happens.
• Big Lick Comic-Con in Roanoke, VA (Aug. 8-9)
• Tucson Comic-Con (Sept. 4-6)
• Portland Comic-Con (Sept. 11-12)
• New York Comic-Con (Oct. 8-11)
• Rhode Island Comic-Con (Nov. 8)
Want to check out a concert instead? We recommend checking out this mammoth list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2026 to find the show for you.
This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
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