Ignition Press celebrates New York Comic Con 2026, taking place from October 8th – 11th at the Javits Center, with a special exclusive cover and a variety of incredible creators in attendance. The publisher is also presenting at the NYCC Retailer Day, where Sales Director Daniel Crary will dive into details about the various series that will be announced leading up to the show.
Ignition Press is teaming up with Ultimate Comics at Booth #3927 for the debut of theDinner Date #1 exclusive variant cover by fan-favorite and Eisner Award-nominated artist Yoshi Yoshitani (Zatanna and the House of Secrets)! This cover is limited to 500 copies, with any remaining copies available on the Ignition Press webstore after the convention. Additionally, Ultimate Comics will host two Dinner Date signings with cover artist Yoshitani and the creative team of Joanne Starer (Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville), Khary Randolph (Vixen), and Emilio Lopez (Excellence) at 2:30pm on Thursday and 1:00pm on Saturday of the show.
Fans can meet some of their favorite creators exhibiting at the show in Artist Alley, including: Jeremy Haun (Murder Podcast, The Folk of Dooney Hollow) at J08, Aaron Campbell (12-Foot Skeleton, Everyone Loves A Jewel Thief) at F14, Aneke (Ripcord) at J25, Ben Templesmith (12-Foot Skeleton) at C25, Emilio Lopez (Dinner Date) at A22, Joe Eisma (The Other/Half) at J07, John J. Pearson (The Patron) at C12, Patricia Martín (Ripcord) at J25, and Stephanie Williams (Roots of Madness) at E36.
Additionally, fans can purchase a creator exclusive variant cover of 12-Foot Skeleton #1 by Eisner Award-winner Martin Simmonds debuting at New York Comic-Con directly from Campbell and Scott’s Collectables.
Stop by the Dark Horse Comics booth #4451 during New York Comic Con to meet some of your favorite creators and get your hands on free items, including comics, posters, and more!
Dark Horse has revealed its signing and panel/activities schedule for New York Comic Con from Thursday to Sunday. We’ll also have a variety of Dark Horse exclusives, comics, graphic novels, art books, and collectibles available for purchase in our booth store.
DARK HORSE NYCC 2026 SIGNING SCHEDULE
All creators signing in our booth offer their autographs for FREE. At Dark Horse booth signings, FREE signing cards or poster prints are provided (while supplies last). Select books, comics, products, and convention exclusives can be purchased at our booth, or you can bring your own items to be signed; however, they may limit the type or number of items to be signed as necessary.
Lines may be closed for some signings due to crowding or time restrictions.
All events are subject to change, and some restrictions apply. Please see Dark Horse Comics staff at the booth if you have questions.
WRISTBAND INFO: Some signings require a wristband for entry, as noted on the schedule. Staff will begin to hand out wristbands when the exhibit hall opens to the public the day before and the day of each signing and will end when all allotted wristbands have been given out. These wristbands are first come, first serve.
Note: Dark Horse does not begin distributing wristbands until attendees enter the hall; exhibitors cannot get in line or draw for wristbands earlier than fan attendees.
Lines may also be closed for some signings due to crowding or time restrictions.
All events are subject to change, and some restrictions apply. Please see Dark Horse Comics staff at the booth if you have questions.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026
11:00-11:50 AM ELFQUEST – Wendy Pini, Richard Pini
12:00-12:50 PM MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: GENESIS – Rich Douek, Gavin Smith, Fabi Marques MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: WINGS OF FATE – Will Sliney MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE (Ongoing Series) – Reilly Brown
1:00-1:50 PM THE PERFECTLY MONSTROUS LIFE OF ADAM FRANKENSTEIN – Tate Brombal, Soo Lee BEAST OF BORIKÉN – Julio Anta
2:00-2:50 PM USAGI YOJIMBO: WINTER SPECIAL – Stan Sakai
NO POSED PHOTOGRAPHY
NO WITNESSED SIGNATURES
LIMIT ONE FREE PRINT AND TWO OTHER ITEMS TO BE SIGNED
OTHER RESTRICTIONS WILL APPLY–SEE STAFF FOR INFO
3:00-3:50 PM TITLE TBA – Aidan White, Will Carter
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026
11:00-11:50AM THE LAST YOJIMBO – Tom Waltz, Ben Bishop USAGI JOJIMBO: KAITO ’84 – Zack Rosenberg, Jared Cullum
12:00-12:50 PM STRANGER THINGS AND DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: THE RISE OF HELLFIRE – Jody Houser, Diego Galindo STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW–AN ADAPTATION – Rachel Pinnelas
1:00-1:50 PM FRANKENSTEIN: NEW WORLD – Thomas Sniegoski MEGAGHOST – Gabe Soria, Gideon Kendall TOUCHED BY A DEMON – Kristen Gudsnuk
2:00-2:50 PM MAGIC: THE GATHERING: UNTOLD STORIES–JACE – Michael Conrad MAGIC: THE GATHERING: UNTOLD STORIES–LILIANA – Torunn Groenbekk MAGIC: THE GATHERING–MAGE OF ZHALFIR – Rapha Lobosco
4:00-4:50 PM THE GUY IN THE CHAIR – Hannah Rose May, Utkarsh Ambudkar
WRISTBAND REQUIRED
POSED PHOTOGRAPHY ALLOWED WITH COPIES OF THE GUY IN THE CHAIR
5:30-6:30 PM ART OF OVER THE GARDEN WALL – Sean Edgar, Jim Campbell, Sam Wolfe Connelly
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
10:30 AM -11:50 AM
INVASIVE SPECIES – Frank Miller, John Livesay
WRISTBAND REQUIRED
NO POSED PHOTOGRAPHY
NO WITNESSED SIGNATURES
LIMIT ONE FREE PRINT AND ONE OTHER ITEM TO BE SIGNED PER PERSON
2:00-2:50 PM DUNGEONS & DRAGONS – Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: RAVENLOFT – Amy Chu
3:00-3:50 PM THE BIG SHAKEDOWN – Jordan Blum ARCHIE VS MINOR THREATS – Timmy Heague WITNESS POINT – Soo Lee CANTO: THE CLOCKWORK CHRONICLES – Drew Zucker
4:00-4:50 PM THE SMART DIVISION, KILL ALL IMMORTALS, ONLY THE SAVAGE ARE LEFT, MASTERMINDS – Zack Kaplan THE SMART DIVISION – John J. Pearson DID YOU HEAR ABOUT MIMI GREEN? – Connor Goldsmith, Josh Cornillon
The first 25 people in line will receive a free copy of Kill All Immortals 3 #1 with cover art by Jenny Frison!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026
11:00-11:50 AM SIX OF US – Tom King
NO POSED PHOTOGRAPHY
LIMIT ONE FREE PRINT AND ONE OTHER ITEM TO BE SIGNED
OTHER RESTRICTIONS WILL APPLY–SEE STAFF FOR INFO
12:00-12:50 PM KINGDOM OF EARTH – David Dastmalchian, Leah Kilpatrick, Soo Lee
WRISTBAND REQUIRED
NO POSED PHOTOGRAPHY
NO WITNESSED SIGNATURES
LIMIT ONE FREE PRINT AND ONE OTHER DARK HORSE-PUBLISHED ITEM TO BE SIGNED PER PERSON, NO NON DARK HORSE FAN ITEMS WILL BE SIGNED
OTHER RESTRICTIONS WILL APPLY–SEE STAFF FOR INFO
2:00-2:50 PM TITLE TBA – Ben Kahn, Natalie Nardozza
3:00-3:50 PM TITLE TBA – Alyssa Wong
DARK HORSE NYCC PANEL SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8
Dark Horse Manga and Manwha: Unleash Your Collection
2:15-3:00 pm – North Room 406.1
Dark Horse brings the Manga! Join the editorial, licensing, and marketing teams behind the library of titles Dark Horse has brought to English audiences from Japan and Korea over the years to discuss …
Panelists: Tim Wiesch, Will Woodward, Aidan White, Will Carter
Fire, Earth, Water, Air: Continuing the Avatar Legacy
4:15-5:00pm – Room 1B02
Abrams Books, Dark Horse Comics, Magpie Games, and more are thrilled to treat fans to a panel worthy of the Avatar! Join publishing’s creators and writers of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra for an exploration of the beloved world.
Panelists: Ben Wilgus,
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
Dark Horse x Wizards of the Coast: The Worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering Grow in Comics
12:15-1:00 pm – North Room 406.3
Discover the latest announcements in comics made in collaboration with Wizards of the Coast by Dark Horse Comics. See sneak peeks into upcoming series and hear from the creators behind these worlds-expanding stories.
Panelists: Tim Wiesch, Brett Israel, Michael Conrad, Torunn Gronbekk, Alyssa Wong
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11
Dark Horse and Mattel Make Comics!
4:00-4:45pm – North Room 406.3
Dark Horse invites fans of Barbie and He-Man: Masters of the Universe to come together and learn about the newest series and witness sneak peeks for upcoming projects in your favorite fandoms. Hear from Dark Horse editorial and creators alike about what it takes to wield the power behind these amazing characters.
Panelists: Jenny Bingham-Blenk, Ben Kahn, Natalie P. Nardozza, Reilly Brown Moderated by Ryan Ferguson, Mattel’s Head of Global Publishing
IDW Publishing is heading to New York Comic Con 2026 (booth #4551) and bringing can’t-miss exclusives, fan-favorite signings, a panel with a game-changing reveal, plus announcements all week long.
Check out the award-winning publisher’s full NYCC schedule below, plus the amazing selection of exclusives only available at IDW’s booth.
IDW’s panel will feature Christopher Cantwell (STAR TREK), Matthew Rosenberg (TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES), Mariko Tamaki (HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS: HELLO WORLD!), and Patrick Horvath (BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES) with VP of Marketing Aub Driver moderating. Plus, comic icon Stan Sakai is on the panel and we can’t spoil why… yet. IDW has called this panel “You’ll Want to Be in This Room” and has two jaw-dropping reveals that are guaranteed to live up to the name.
IDW Publishing will be at booth #4551 during the entire show. Stop by, chat comics, enjoy the exclusives, and meeting your favorite creators during their signings. We look forward to seeing all of you there, and seriously, don’t miss the panel. We promise it’ll live up to the hype.
THURSDAY (10/8)
11:00-1:00pm: Mariko Tamaki (HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS: HELLO WORLD!)
1:15-3:15pm: Kasey Iris (GHOUL)
1:15-3:15pm: Ben Wickey (MORE WEIGHT)
3:30-4:30pm: Nick Marino (SONIC X GODZILLA), Oliver Ono (STARSHIP GODZILLA), Vertebrae33 (HORROR OF GODZILLA variant)
3:30-4:30pm: Patrick Horvath (BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES)
4:45-6:45pm: Christopher Cantwell (STAR TREK), Andrew K. Currey (STAR TREK variant)
4:45-6:45pm: Hannah Rose May & Andrea Scalmazzi (FATAL FEST, THE EXORCISM AT 1600 PENN)
FRIDAY (10/9)
11:00-1:00pm: Sarah Myer (TMNT: SATURDAY MORNING ADVENTURES)
11:00-1:00pm: A.J. O. Mason (KLOUD 9)
11:15-12:00pm: IDW Publishing: You’ll Want to be in This Room (panel room 406.2)
1:15-3:15pm: Stan Sakai & Soo Lee (classified), wristband required
3:30-4:30pm: Matthew Rosenberg (TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES)
3:30-4:30pm: Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Adrian Bonilla (STAR TREK: THE LAST STARSHIP, YOU’LL NEVER LEAVE THIS PLACE ALIVE)
4:45-6:45pm: Patrick Horvath & Peach Momoko (BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES)
4:45-6:45pm: Christopher Cantwell (STAR TREK), Andrew K. Currey (STAR TREK variant)
SATURDAY (10/10)
11:00-1:00pm: Kenny Porter & Tyrell Cannon (OPERATION: IRON COFFIN)
11:00-1:00pm: Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Adrian Bonilla (STAR TREK: THE LAST STARSHIP, YOU’LL NEVER LEAVE THIS PLACE ALIVE)
1:15-3:15pm: Nick Marino (SONIC X GODZILLA), Oliver Ono (STARSHIP GODZILLA), Vertebrae33 (HORROR OF GODZILLA variant)
3:30-4:30pm: Dan Watters (TMNT: SHREDDER)
3:30-4:30pm: Hannah Rose May & Andrea Scalmazzi (FATAL FEST, THE EXORCISM AT 1600 PENN)
4:45-5:45pm: Alex Segura (Alien Books ashcan)
4:45-6:45pm: Chuck U (TMNT #300 litho)
SUNDAY (10/11)
11:00-1:00pm: Andre Frattino (WE ARE PAN)
11:00-1:00pm: Kasey Iris (GHOUL)
1:15-2:15pm: Stan Sakai & Soo Lee (classified), wristband required
ABRAMS returns to New York Comic Con, October 8th–11th, with a packed schedule of creator signings, panels, advance reader copy giveaways, exclusive early on-sale books, and new releases from Abrams ComicArts, Abrams Fanfare, Abrams Books, Kana, and more.
Visit Booth #3429 throughout the convention to meet creators including Darren Aronofsky, Ari Handel, Martín Morazzo, Dan Santat, Patrick McDonnell, Kevin J. Anderson, Raúl Allén, Patricia Martín, Michael Shelfer, Randy Ribay, Allison King, Eric Battle, Victoria Setian, Julian Voloj, and more!
Get These Books Early at New York Comic Con!
Fans attending New York Comic Con will have the chance to purchase exclusive early copies of five upcoming ABRAMS releases at Booth #3429, ahead of their official on-sale dates, while supplies last:
The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu by Phil Szostak, with a foreword by Doug Chiang
Dune Messiah: Book 1 by Frank Herbert, adapted by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, illustrated by Michael Shelfer
Framing Emmett Till: Exposing Dark Fear by Christopher Benson, illustrated by Eric Battle
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender by Allison King
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender: The Art of the Movie by Ramin Zahed
Abrams Books joins Dark Horse Comics, Magpie Games, and more for a celebration of the continuing world of Avatar. Featuring authors Allison King (Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender) and Randy Ribay (Avatar: The Last Airbender:The Awakening of Roku; Avatar: The Last Airbender:The Reckoning of Roku)
The post-panel signing will be on Thursday, October 8 from 5:15 – 6:15 PM in Hall 1A.
Join the ABRAMS team for a look at what’s new and what’s next from across its publishing programs. Featuring authors Kevin J. Anderson (Doctor Strange: Endless Nightmare; Dune Messiah Book 1; Dune: The Graphic Novel), Raúl Allén (Doctor Strange: Endless Nightmare; Dune: The Graphic Novel), and Victoria Setian (Children of the Night: When Monsters Wake Book 1).
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away… 11:00 AM–11:45 AM | North Room 406.3
Featuring cover reveals from ABRAMS for CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY . . ., Star Wars: Starfighter, and Star Wars Storyboards: The Original Trilogy 50th Anniversary Edition.
Panelists: Ahmed Best, Will Sliney, Kristin Baver, Dr. Chris Kempshall, and Kiersten White Moderated by: Michael Siglain
Avatar: Seven Havens 11:15 AM–12:15 PM | Hall 1D: Main Stage
Four Nations fans: unite for the ultimate celebration of Avatar: Seven Havens on its premiere day! Moderated by the original voice of Korra, Janet Varney, join executive producers Michael Dante DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko, Ethan Spaulding and Sehaj Sethi plus cast members Saheli Khan (“Pavi”), Aishu Devan (“Nisha”) and Major Curda (“Jae”) for an exclusive glimpse into the making of the series. Plus, hear more about what’s in store across the Avatar Legends universe.
Creator Signings at ABRAMS Booth #3429
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8
12:30 PM–1:30 PM Kevin J. Anderson, Raúl Allén, and Patricia Martín Dune Messiah: Book 1 and Doctor Strange: Endless Nightmare
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Randy Ribay and Allison King The Awakening of Roku & The Reckoning of Roku; Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender
4:00 – 5:00 PM Victoria Setian Children of the Night: When Monsters Wake, Book 1
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
11:00 AM–12:00 PM Dan Santat All the Hulk Feels: A Mighty Marvel Comics Picture Book
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Julian Voloj Globetrotters: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland’s World Tour
1:00 PM–2:00 PM Darren Aronofsky, Ari Handel, and Martín Morazzo Human Nature
2:30 PM–3:30 PM Eric Battle Framing Emmett Till: Exposing Dark Fear
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
11:00 AM–12:00 PM Kevin J. Anderson, Raúl Allén, Patricia Martín, and Michael Shelfer Dune Messiah: Book 1 and Doctor Strange: Endless Nightmare
With the November 3 midterm election weeks away, Rock the Vote will distribute limited edition copies ofREGISTER! #1, a comic book about voting rights, at the upcoming Power to the People concert.
The REGISTER! series takes readers through the American constitutional amendments that expanded the right to vote. In issue #1, readers learn about the passage of the 26th amendment and the history of the “Old Enough to Fight, Old Enough to Vote” movement. It blends history with contemporary narratives and includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how the book was made.
Published by Good Trouble Comics, it was written by Andrew Aydin and illustrated by Valentine De Landro with lettering by Clayton Cowles and coloring by Marissa Louise.
The comic was first produced for the New York City Department of Education and it is available to a wider audience as voting rights faces serious pressure across the country.
Changing registration rules, shifting deadlines, and ongoing legal and legislative fights over who can vote, and how, make it more important than ever that voters, especially young people, know their rights and check their registration status before it’s too late.
The 2026 Mike Wieringo Comic Book Industry Awards were presented on the evening of Saturday, September 26, 2026 as part of The Baltimore Comic-Con. While you can check out the winners, the Ringo Awards have released the full live-streamed ceremony as well as highlights from some of the speeches that you can watch on demand.
Check out Terry Moore’s keynote speech along with Jim Lee’s lifetime achievement speech and more!
DC has announced their New York Comic Con plans. The convention takes place from Thursday, October 8, through Sunday, October 11. Look for DC at Booth #4365 and check out the showcase of DC’s comics, live action, animation, gaming, and more. Right next door to the DC Booth, located in Booth #4657, is DC’s new 360° cosplay photo installation for fans wanting to walk the runway as a DC Super Hero or Super-Villain!
While at NYCC 2026, DC will continue its celebration of 100 years publishing the World’s Greatest Super Heroes by spotlighting the 1950s. Following last year’s celebration of DC’s earliest publishing era, the 2026 DC Booth turns its attention to an era of reinvention, experimentation, and imagination that helped shape the future of DC Comics. NYCC’s free MAD Magazine #1 facsimile, complete with classic ads pulled from DC’s archives, also delivers first looks at some of DC’s most anticipated titles releasing this year, and communicates DC’s panel schedule and events offered during NYCC 2026. Fans can visit the booth’s 1950s-inspired Daily Planet newsstand for a free copy, complete with a Daily Planet blank back cover designed for creator signatures.
To help create a smooth and enjoyable fan experience, DC will offer digital queueing for select activities in the DC Booth at New York Comic Con, including DC Shop exclusives and talent signings. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned to DC’s official social media channels for additional details, eligibility requirements, and participation information in the coming weeks.
With a can’t-miss lineup of panels, exclusives, and interactive experiences in and outside of the DC Booth, DC is set to deliver an unforgettable weekend of programming. DC’s panels will offer insight into DC’s upcoming Vertigo slate, DC’s expanding Next Level initiative, and more. While at NYCC, fans can look forward to engaging directly with their favorite creators by attending in-booth signings, including appearances by DC president, publisher, and chief creative officer Jim Lee. Additionally, fans can join the digital queue to meet and get signatures from the Batman of Two Worldscreative team, Absolute Batman creators Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin, Legion of Super-Heroescreators Joshua Williamson and Hayden Sherman, and more.
NYCC provides the perfect platform for DC to connect with fans, showcase exciting content, and celebrate the power of DC storytelling. Whether you’re looking for the most binge-worthy comics, the toys and collectibles that you absolutely must have, or just the most amazing cosplay on the planet, you’ll find it where DC and NYCC come together for their fans. Stay tuned for more NYCC news from DC in the coming weeks.
PANELS
DC’s engaging panels and screenings will offer exclusive insights into the world of comics, animation, and more, and offer fans a glimpse into the future of their favorite DC Super Heroes. Renowned writers, artists, and industry experts will take the stage to discuss upcoming projects, share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and answer fan questions. Whether attendees are curious about the next major DC story arcs or seeking insider knowledge, DC’s panels will be an essential destination for NYCC attendees.
THURSDAY
DC’s Vertigo + Black Label Panel Step beyond the boundaries of the core DC Universe and into the worlds of DC Vertigo and DC Black Label. Join award-winning comic book creators for a look at the stories redefining horror, crime, fantasy, sci-fi, and genres that refuse to fit the mold. Expect exclusive announcements, first looks, and surprises as DC showcases its boldest graphic storytelling. Moderated by DC executive editor Chris Conroy. Thursday, October 8, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Room 409
FRIDAY
DC’s Absolute Universe Panel Celebrate the phenomenon of DC’s Absolute Universe with the writers and artists shaping comics’ most talked-about titles. Get the latest news, exclusive reveals, announcements, and behind-the-scenes insight into the stories and characters captivating readers across the Absolute line. Whether you’re already a devoted reader or curious about what comes next, this is a can’t-miss panel for Absolute fans. Moderated by DC executive editor Chris Conroy and DC group editor Katie Kubert. Friday, October 9, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Room 405
SATURDAY
DC’s Next Level & Beyond Panel Go deeper into DC’s Next Level publishing initiative with the storytellers bringing it to life. Join acclaimed and award-winning creators for news, announcements, and exclusive reveals from the newest titles expanding the DC Universe. From breakthrough new series to the next chapter for fan-favorite characters, get a first look at what’s ahead for DC’s growing Next Level line. Moderated by DCeditor-in-chief Marie Javins. Saturday, October 10, 11:00-11:45 a.m., Room 409
DC’s Jim Lee & Friends At this year’s New York Comic Con, DC president, publisher, and chief creative officer Jim Lee will treat fans to a powerful lineup of surprise announcements, reveals, and special guests, along with great conversations with top comics creators, during DC’s annual NYCC “Jim Lee & Friends” panel. Moderated by Jim Lee. Saturday, October 10, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Room 405
SUNDAY
DC’s YA Phenomenon — Teen Titans: Together
Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Kami Garcia and artist Gabriel Picolo, the creative team behind DC’s bestselling Teen Titans graphic novel series, for the final stop on their Teen Titans: Together tour. Celebrate the epic conclusion to the beloved series as Garcia and Picolo discuss bringing Raven, Beast Boy, Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, and the Titans to life, share behind-the-scenes stories, answer fan questions, and look ahead to their next project together: Young Justice. Bring your Teen Titans cosplay and join us for a celebration of friendship, fandom, and the heroes that brought readers together. Sunday, October 11, 12:15-1:00 p.m., Room 406.3
DC SHOP AND BEYOND
DC Publishing Exclusives
On sale in the DC Booth (#4365) will be a wide variety of comic books, graphic novels, and new merchandise from DC. While supplies last, DC will be selling limited printings of special-edition foil covers for Absolute Batman #1, Absolute Wonder Woman #1, and Absolute Superman #1 with new art by Bill Sienkiewicz, a foil Absolute Catwoman #1 cover by Ben Oliver, a foil Absolute Green Arrow #1 cover by Jeff Spokes, a foil Lanterns #1 Special Edition wraparound cover by Ryan Benjamin, a foil Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow #1 cover by Leirix, a foil Batman #1 cover by Mahmud Asrar, a foil Lobo #1 cover by Dan Panosian, a foil Batman: The Dark Knight Returns #1 Facsimile cover by Frank Miller, a foil DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: The Metal Legion #1 cover by Min Ho Kim, and more.
DC will also be offering exclusive hardcover editions of Absolute Batman Vol. 1: The Zoo, Absolute Superman Vol. 1: The Last Dust of Krypton, and Absolute Wonder Woman Vol. 1: The Last Amazon, all with connecting art by Mark Spears across their dust jackets, Batman Vol. 1: Daylight with a Bat-Symbol dust jacket, DC K.O. with a dustjacket by Javi Fernández featuring Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman, and Absolute Wonder Woman, and more.
DC Shop Exclusives
At the DC Booth, Warner Bros. Discovery’s DC Shop will offer a range of exclusive must-have items for DC Super Hero fans and Super-Villain enthusiasts while supplies last. This includes limited-edition Lanterns replica rings, light-up Lanterns replica power battery keychains, T-shirts, and hats.
For fans anticipating the release of Clayface this fall, the DC Booth will be the first place to pick up new merchandise, including a limited-quantity in-universe band tour T-shirt!
Additionally, there will also be limited-edition T-shirts, hats, jackets, and hoodies for fans of Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Absolute Superman, Absolute Catwoman, Absolute Green Arrow, plus merchandise featuring Nightwing, Krypto the Superdog, Supergirl, Lobo, and more. Online, DC Shop will also be offering new merchandise to complement the NYCC offering. A full list of DC merchandise will be revealed soon.
Mattel
The wait is almost over. The highly anticipated Mattel DC Collector line officially launches globally on January 1, 2027.
Join us at the DC Booth at 12:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 8, for the long-awaited reveal of the first-ever Mattel DC Collector item. And the excitement doesn’t stop there—fans will be able to pre-order the item at MattelCreations.com immediately following the reveal.
LEGO® Batman: More Iconic Sets to Collect
This year, the DC Booth will introduce fresh additions to the LEGO® DC collection. The offerings for adults will newly include a LEGO version of the most iconic villain from the Batman franchise, uniquely designed with an emphasis on artistic execution. The DC Booth will also showcase three new LEGO vehicles from the Batman franchise for fans of all ages, including an iconic villain vehicle. Fans of LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will have the chance to learn about unlocks available in the latest sets.
Shoe Palace
In an exciting collaboration, Shoe Palace, Upper Deck, and DC unite to debut two exclusive collectible bundle sets: an Absolute Batman Set and an Absolute Wonder Woman Set. Each set is dedicated to its respective character and includes a limited-edition comic, 5×7 Upper Deck card, a character-specific T-shirt, and collectible pins. Featuring breathtaking artwork from superstar artists Nick Dragotta for Absolute Batman and Hayden Sherman for Absolute Wonder Woman, these premium bundles bring DC’s bold new era to life through a unique mix of comics, collectibles, and streetwear.
Upper Deck
DC and Upper Deck are celebrating their storied collaboration once again, with popular and fan-favorite trading card sets available for purchase at the show. Fans and collectors can pick up the recently released Platinum: DC set, which features all-new original art, a wide array of color cards, serial-numbered parallels, artist and creator autographs, and brand-new inserts. Sets highlighting DC’s iconic characters, Batman and Superman will also be available for purchase at the DC Shop, located within the DC Booth.
DC Universe Online: Wrath of the Worldkillers
DC Universe Online is back bigger than ever with the latest release in its Children of Krypton story arc! Come celebrate the launch of “Wrath of the Worldkillers” at the DC Booth by picking up exclusive posters featuring the cover art, drawn by award-winning DC artist Belén Ortega, known for her work on Batman: Urban Legends, The Joker, and for DC’s Summer of Supergirl Special. Attendees who grab a poster will find a secret code inside, redeemable for a free in-game Kryptonian reward.
Developed and published by Daybreak Game Company, DC Universe Online is the free-to-play massively multiplayer online action game that lets players become the DC Super Hero or Super-Villain of their dreams, available now for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. “Children of Krypton: Wrath of the Worldkillers” launches October 6, 2026, continuing the story that began with “Shadows Over Argo” earlier this year.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
As an extension of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood new Superman experience on the iconic Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank, fans are invited to step into the Superman Experience at the DC Booth. Guests can pose for photos with Superman and Krypto in front of an immersive Fortress of Solitude–inspired backdrop.
DC Universe Infinite
DC’s digital comics subscription service will be offering a convention-exclusive bundle for fans who want to subscribe to the ULTRA Tier of DCUI and dive into the service’s 35,000+ comics and graphic novels. For just $100, the bundle includes:
One year of DCUI ULTRA
DCUI ULTRA Pin
Member-exclusive Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 glow-in-the-dark variant by Frank Cho
Convention-exclusive Absolute Martian Manhunter pin set
DC GO! Runway to Ruin lanyard and badge set
DC GO! Runway to Ruin pin set
DC Community
Each day at the DC Booth from 01:00 p.m. to 02:00 p.m., the DC Community team will be on-site to meet DC fans! Booth attendees who show proof of DC Official Discord server membership during the daily activation will receive a con-exclusive poster of Scottie Young’s Lobo #1 variant cover, DC GO! pins, and a Teen Titans “TT” pin (available while supplies last). Additionally, DC Official Discord members who have unlocked the Teen Titans ARG will receive a NYCC-exclusive Teen Titans patch! For info on how to unlock the ARG, head over to the DC Official Discord server and get to sleuthing! The DC Booth will also feature a Runway to Ruin-themed 360° cosplay photo opportunity (just steps away in Booth #4657) for DC Fans to show up and show off! Take super-selfies, or glamorous group shots with you and your cosplay crew!
DC Official Cosplay Meetup
The DC Official Cosplay Meetup returns to NYCC! We’re partnering with the DC Cosplayers East community group for a super-powered cosplay gathering! We invite all DC-themed cosplayers to meet us in the South Concourse of the Javits Center on Friday, October 9 at 01:00 p.m. Join your fellow DC cosplayers for photoshoots, short video shoots, and a few giveaways! Head to the NYCC Meetups page for more details between now and the show, and while you’re in your best DC cosplay, stop by DC Booth #4657 to take a glamorous 360° slow-motion cosplay photo!
Signings
Meet and greet the exceptional talent behind DC’s extraordinary comics, and more. NYCC attendees will have the opportunity to get their comics signed and connect with the writers and artists who bring these iconic characters to life. From seasoned veterans to rising stars, the DC talent signings are an exclusive chance to connect with the creative minds shaping the future of the DC Universe. While all signings are free to NYCC attendees, signings will follow DC’s new digital queuing and each are limited to 100 attendees.
THURSDAY
11:00 a.m. — Jock
12:00 p.m. — Joshua Williamson, Dan Mora (Superman)
02:00 p.m. — Morgan Hampton (Green Lantern Corps)
04:00 p.m. — Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin, Jock (Absolute Batman)
FRIDAY
10:00 a.m. — Mark Spears
11:00 a.m. — Shea Fontana (DC Superhero Girls)
12:00 p.m. — Bilquis Evely, Mat Lopes (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow)
02:00 p.m. — Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin, Che Grayson, Frank Tieri, Francesco Francavilla (Absolute Universe)
03:00 p.m. — Hayden Sherman, Jason Aaron, Juan Ferreyra, Al Ewing, Belén Ortega, Nick Robles, Pornsak Pichetshote, Rafael Albuquerque (Absolute Universe)
04:00 p.m. — Matt Fraction (Batman)
05:00 p.m. — Joshua Williamson, Hayden Sherman (Legion of Super-Heroes)
SATURDAY
10:00 a.m. — Batman of Two Worlds w/ Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Matt Fraction, Javi Fernández, Frank Martin
12:00 p.m. — Stephanie Williams, Jamal Campbell, Deniz Camp, Javier Rodríguez (Next Level)
02:00 p.m. — Michael Walsh, James Harren (Next Level)
03:00 p.m. — Jim Lee
04:00 p.m. — Jim Lee & Friends
05:00 p.m. — Rafael Grampá, Mat Lopes (Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham)
SUNDAY
10:00 a.m. — Azie Tesfai (You’re a Superhero)
02:00 p.m. — Kami Garcia, Gabriel Picolo (Teen Titans: Together)
All DC Booth signings are subject to change pending final confirmation. Stay tuned to the DC social media accounts for more information.
Small Press Expo is an amazing convention that brings together indie and small press for a great weekend. Not only are there amazing comics to check out, but panels, workshops, and the Ignatz Awards. Even better, the convention posts the panel videos and award ceremony after the convention. We’ve put all of them from Small Press Expo 2026 into a handy playlist that you can watch above.
Collector’s Paradise will host Marvel Midnight release events at its West Valley, Pasadena, and North Hollywood stores on Tuesday, October 6, from 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. At 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7, fans can purchase all three first issues launching Marvel’s new Midnight Universe: Midnight X-Men #1, Midnight Fantastic Four #1, and Midnight Spider-Man #1.
YOUR CHANCE TO OWN THE MARVEL MIDNIGHT NEON SIGN Each copy of a Marvel Midnight #1 purchased during the event, regardless of cover, earns one raffle ticket. One winner at each store location will receive that location’s Marvel Midnight Neon Sign after it has been displayed in the store for 60 days.
FREE MARVEL MIDNIGHT ASHCANS Customers who purchase one copy of each of the three Marvel Midnight #1 titles, in any combination of covers, will also receive the very limited and sought after Marvel Midnight Ashcan while supplies last.
HUGE MARVEL COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS SALE • Buy 3 Marvel Graphic Novels, Get a 4th Marvel Graphic Novel FREE • 50% off all Marvel shelf comics. The discount excludes new Marvel Midnight issues.
SIGNED COPIES OF ONI PRESS’ SABRINA #1 The event will also include the Midnight Release of Oni Press’s Sabrina the Teenage Witch #1. All copies available at Collector’s Paradise will be signed by writer Corinna Bechko.
In the spring of 2025, the cartoonist Joe Sacco, author of Palestine and Footnotes in Gaza, and Chris Hedges, the former Middle East Bureau Chief for The New York Times, traveled to Cairo where they interviewed 29 Palestinian families who had recently left Gaza.
In Requiem for Gaza, they use the experience and stories of these families to detail the crucible of the genocide, the loss of homes and communities, the appalling death toll among friends and loved ones, the constant displacement, the terror of indiscriminate killing, the hunger and deprivation, the obliteration of all that was known and familiar, and the struggle to cope with the callous indifference of a world that continues to supply Israel with weapons despite its wholesale destruction of Gaza and mass slaughter. Hedges’ vivid prose and Sacco’s visceral images complement each other and together paint a portrait of dignity and suffering under genocide.
They are going on tour to discuss this profound and elegiac work of investigative journalism—here are their stops in October:
