NYC Comic Con 2026 returns to the Javits Center with thousands expected to attend
Thousands of fans are flocking to New York City's West Side over the next four days for Comic Con 2026.
The popular event runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Javits Center. It brings fans of sci-fi, fantasy, horror and more for immersive experiences, star sightings and panels.
This year's event is themed Coney Island and celebrates the 20th anniversary of the convention. It features exclusive merchandise and shows.
"We went from 30,000 people in 2006 to 250,000 who will come through these doors this weekend, but I think what makes this event so special is the community," said Fallon Prinzivalli, the marketing director for ReedPop, which produces and manages Comic Con. "In this digital age, especially, we're gathering face to face because you see things online, your scrolling all the time, but there's nothing like the energy and vibrancy of this audience and being here in person."
Some tickets for Thursday are still available, but Friday, Saturday and Sunday are already sold out. The only tickets left for Thursday are $104 for regular entry. The kids ticket is $39 and must be purchased with an adult ticket.
The show floor is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and until 5 p.m. Sunday. The panel hours run until 10 p.m. Thursday, 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 5 p.m. Sunday.
The Artist Alley closes at 8 p.m. each day.
To get to the Javits Center, fans from neighboring suburbs can take NJ Transit, the Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North or Amtrak to Penn Station or Grand Central.
If you're looking to take the subway, the closest station is 34th Street-Hudson Yards served by the 7 train.
Drivers should plan ahead for where to park. Comic-Con officials say there is street parking and plenty of garages around, but be prepared to pay.
Fans were very excited for the first day.
"I love this place. I love Comic Con. Comic Con is the best event," one man said.
"I love how it brings so many people together, and how so many people can enjoy so much stuff in one place," a woman said.
"It's my favorite con of the year. We go every year. It's the one we can't miss," Keira Godley added.
If you're not attending, you can still watch some panels that will be livestreamed. Click here to see a complete list of them and for more information on when and how to watch.
If you're looking for some answers to questions about New York Comic Con, including what to wear, what you can and can't bring, and so on, click here. Special rules for cosplayers can be found here.
