Celebrate this Batman Day with Batman of Two Worlds, a one-shot comic book debuting globally on September 19, 2026. Available for $2.99 US at participating comic book shops worldwide, Batman of Two Worlds is the centerpiece of Batman Day 2026, a global, multi-platform event that invites fans of all ages to visit their local comics shop, discover new stories, and share their passion for DC’s Caped Crusader together.

Featuring all-new Batman and Absolute Batman stories in a single comic book, Batman of Two Worlds showcases two distinct visions of Gotham City’s protector and demonstrates why there has never been a more exciting time to be a Batman fan. 

TWO ICONIC WORLDS. ONE HISTORIC EVENT.

Two worlds. One legendary hero. Batman of Two Worlds features an all-new Batman story by writer Matt Fraction and artist Javi Fernández, with colors by Tomeu Morey and letters by Clayton Cowles, alongside an all-new Absolute Batman story by writer Scott Snyder and artist Nick Derington, with colors by Frank Martin and letters by Tom Napolitano, celebrating the versatility of the World’s Greatest Detective. From the streets of Gotham City to the bold new landscape of the Absolute Universe, each story offers a unique perspective on Batman’s unwavering pursuit of justice. DC’s Batman of Two Worlds cover is by Jorge Jiménez, Nick Dragotta, and Frank Martin.

FOUR UNIQUE BATMAN MASKS

Available at participating local comics shops globally on Batman Day will be paper masks featuring Batman, Absolute Batman, Hush Batman, and Dark Knight Returns Batman. All four masks are by Ryan Sook, drawn in the styles of Jorge Jiménez, Nick Dragotta, Jim Lee, and Frank Miller respectively. Batman Day activities vary by retailer, so ask your local comics shop about masks, promotions, costumes, and other ways to celebrate.

FIVE NEW HARDCOVERS

Batman fans can also celebrate Batman Day with five major hardcover releases, available at a participating comic book shop near you:

• Batman Vol. 1: Daylight (HC, $29.99 US) by Matt Fraction and Jorge Jiménez, with a new Batman Day cover by Jiménez paying homage to Absolute Batman #1’s cover by Nick Dragotta
• Batman ’89 (HC, $29.99 US) by Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones, with a Batman Day exclusive dust jacket with artwork from the 1989 Batman movie and a digital code for the film
• Batman: H2SH Volume One (HC, $29.99 US) by Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee
• Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Deluxe Edition (HC, $44.99 US) by Frank Miller, with a new cover by Raymond Swanland featuring artwork from the animated adaptations and a digital code for the animated movies
• Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham – The Deluxe Edition (HC, $34.99 US) by Rafael Grampá

Batman: H2SH Volume One will be published day-and-date globally with publishing partners in Argentina (OVNI), Bulgaria (Pro Books), Brazil (Panini), Germany (Panini), Italy (Panini), Poland (Story House Egmont), and Finland (Egmont Kustannus). Additional international releases will include the Czech Republic (Crew) and more.

ONE WEBSITE

DC’s digital comics platform will join the Batman Day celebration with a curated collection of free to read Batman comics, including Absolute Batman #1-3 and the complete Batman: Wayne Family Adventures series in the mobile-friendly DC GO! vertical-scrolling format!

DCUI is also partnering with WB Games to offer members free Batcave Props in LEGO® Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Connecting your DCUI account with any subscription tier (Free, Standard or Ultra) to your WB Games account will get you a Comic Rack Batcave Prop. Premium DCUI subscribers (Standard, Ultra or Free Trial) will receive an additional Jarro Batcave Prop!

If you’re not already a DCUI member, take advantage of DC’s special Batman Day offer and claim a 30-day Free Trial to the Ultra Monthly plan! DCUI is not available in all countries and is not intended for children. For more information, visit DCUniverseInfinite.com or DC.com/batman.

THOUSANDS OF COMICS SHOPS AROUND THE WORLD

Comic book shops, bookstores, publishers, and retail partners across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Japan are bringing Batman Day to life with creator signings, cosplay contests, giveaways, retailer-exclusive merchandise, charity initiatives, special guests, and fan activities throughout the day.

• San Antonio — Heroes & Fantasies (San Antonio, TX) will host Batman cosplay photo opportunities, local artists, Batman Day giveaways, and fundraising activities benefiting ComicBooks For Kids!
• Austin — Dragon’s Lair Comics & Fantasy (Austin, TX) will feature a celebrity signing with Patricia Peters, Michelle Pfeiffer’s stunt double from Batman Returns, along with cosplay photo opportunities and a Tim Burton Batmobile replica.
• Savannah — Neighborhood Comics (Savannah, GA) will host a Gotham cosplay contest with prizes for fans.
• Buenos Aires — OVNI Press will celebrate Batman Day with a free nighttime costume party featuring cosplay contests, prizes, music, and Batman-themed activities.
• Italy — Panini Comics Italy will support participating shops across the country with Batman of Two Worlds comics, collectible masks, pin sets, and Batman-themed promotional items, highlighted by a signing appearance from Corrado Roi in Milan.
• Brazil — Panini Brasil will celebrate Batman Day with exclusive events, influencer activities, special releases, and appearances by artist Alex Shibao.