On September 20, fans around the world will gather for Batman Day 2025, celebrating their love of DC’s Caped Crusader, Batman. Notable not for having any superpowers but for his intelligence, skill, and technical savvy, Batman is one of the most iconic characters in the world and is recognized across the globe thanks to his portrayal in universally beloved comics, TV shows, cartoons, movies, and more since he first appeared in 1939’s Detective Comics #27. Batman’s story of determination and grit has inspired generation after generation.

To commemorate this annual tradition and to celebrate one of the most enduring characters in popular culture, DC and Warner Bros. Discovery have prepared an incredible choice of content and activities to make Batman Day 2025 a memorable and fun experience for fans.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

On Saturday, September 20, fans can celebrate Batman Day with a one-day immersive experience featuring a Batman-themed studio tour across the iconic Warner Bros. backlot. Bring your friends and family for a night of fun and memorable moments, as you go behind the scenes of your favorite Batman films and see original costumes, cowls, and Batmobiles from the Warner Bros. Discovery Global Archives & Preservation Services.

Highlights on the Batman-themed tour include DC trivia, photo ops, rare props and costumes from the archives, and a complimentary copy of Batman & Robin Year One #1 from the acclaimed comic book team of Mark Waid and Chris Samnee (while supplies last).

The event concludes with a special screening of Batman Forever in a studio setting with an introduction by producer Michael Uslan.

Batman Comic Books, DCUI, DC Shop, and More

At participating comic book shops while supplies last, Batman fans visiting their local comic book shop can choose from a selection of Batman titles celebrating Gotham’s Caped Crusader and some of his most infamous adversaries. Multiple new printings of Absolute Batman #1 will be available for fans on Batman Day, including an Absolute Batman #1 blank sketch cover, a foil variant cover, and the oversized (11×17) black and white reproduction of Nick Dragotta’s original art in DC W.I.P.: Absolute Batman #1.

Batman Day editions of Batman & Robin Year One #1 (Mark Waid and Chris Samnee) and Batman: Year Two #1 (Mike Barr and Alan Davis) will be available, and DC will publish a facsimile edition of 1940’s Batman #1 by Bill Finger, Bob Kane and Jerry Robinson—available with its original cover, a blank sketch cover, and as a foil variant cover.

DC UNIVERSE INFINITE (DCUI) is celebrating Batman Day by offering a curated collection of Batman-centric content FREE to read, in front of the paywall. DCUI is not available in all countries and is not intended for children.

All September-long, Warner Bros. Discovery’s DC Shop will be dropping new Batman product inspired by Batman through the eras in celebration of Batman Day.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the upcoming action-adventure videogame recently announced by Warner Bros. Games, will offer players the opportunity to unlock the Golden Age Batsuit at launch. This classic outfit based on the Caped Crusader’s debut look from Detective Comics #27 (1939) will be accessible for eligible users who create a WB Games account, as well as those who already have an account.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight invites players to embark on an epic journey to become the hero of Gotham City from origin to legend, inspired by the 86-year history of Batman films, television shows, comics, and games, all combined with the TT Games’ unique LEGO humor. The game is set to release in 2026 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ 2, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Look for more news on the game in the coming weeks!

BAT-FAM

Also this month, look out for some fun updates for Warner Bros. Animation’s highly anticipated BAT-FAM animated series premiering later this fall on Prime Video. The series follows the events of the hit MERRY LITTLE BATMAN film, focusing on Batman, Alfred, and young Damian Wayne—who has now taken on the mantle of Little Batman—alongside a few newcomers to Wayne Manor, as they navigate the fun and frustrations of life as a super family. The series premieres later this year, but fans can watch MERRY LITTLE BATMAN now on Prime Video.

Programming Highlights

If you’re celebrating by revisiting your favorite Batman movie or television show on Batman Day, or by discovering a new feature for the first time, HBO Max will have the Batman Day hub on the homepage, offering an incredible selection of live-action and animated movies, plus streaming series that celebrate DC’s Caped Crusader and Gotham City. Return to the Gotham City of 2022’s blockbuster The Batman and continue the drama by streaming episodes of The Penguin, or settle in with Batman: The Animated Series or The LEGO Batman Movie. Can’t make it to Warner Bros. Studio Tours Hollywood for Batman Day to watch Batman Forever? Create your own theatre experience at home with any of the legacy Batman movies available on HBO Max.

From Warner Bros. Animation, tune in all September long, and on Batman Day, for new Batwheels episodes beginning on September 15^th, a Batwheels marathon on Batman Day that includes The Secret Origin of the Batwheels, and a special Teen Titans Go! marathon featuring Batman.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will have digital promotions for the animated series Batman: Caped Crusader on September 16 and the animated movie Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires on September 19.

DC Studios Showcase Podcast will have a Batman Day segment where voice actor Troy Baker talks about his experiences voicing Batman and shares what Batman means to him, his favorite comics, how he sees the dynamic between Batman and The Joker, and more. Tune in to the DC Studios Showcase Podcast on Sept 12 for this special segment, available on HBO Max, HBO Max YouTube channel, and all major podcast platforms.

Warner Bros. Games

Warner Bros. Games is marking the 86th anniversary of the Caped Crusader with Batman-themed content and free giveaways in its DC mobile games:

• Injustice 2 Mobile will celebrate Batman Day from Sept. 8–Oct. 4 with the Dark Knights Pass featuring a chance to earn Arkham Knight Batman. Fans can also claim a free Batman Day logo profile picture in their inbox.
• Beginning on Sept. 16, players can enjoy a special Classic Batman Arena Invasion event and various in-game sales.
• DC Worlds Collide, the newly launched mobile squad RPG, will gift a free Epic Batman character and 300 diamonds to all players who login between Sept. 17-22. Fans can claim these rewards via the in-game inbox during this event period.

Batman-Themed Product Launches

In the coming weeks, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP) will collaborate with Spin Master, Mattel, and LEGO® to promote exclusive Batman merchandise:

• Spin Master debuts ninja-themed action figures, including 30 cm Batman and The Joker Ninja figures, and 15 cm articulated characters with accessories and attack features.
• Mattel & Imaginext present two immersive playsets: the DC Super Friends Batman Insider & Exo Suit and the Bat-Tech Batcave, both packed with interactive features.
• LEGO celebrates with new sets including the Batman Forever Batmobile, the 1966 Classic Batmobile, Batman vs. Two-Face and The Joker, and Batman vs. Mr. Freeze, each designed for thrilling build-and-play experiences.

DC Superpowered Storytellers—Batman Day

In the social good space, Warner Bros. Discovery and Boys & Girls Clubs of America are launching a new partnership to distribute WBD’s Story Lab program featuring Batman and other DC heroes to inspire character development and storytelling. Developed with Discovery Education and Young Storytellers, the programming kicks off with a Batman Day-themed event in Burbank this September and includes classroom, home, and online activities designed to build bravery, creativity, and critical thinking for youth in 5,500 Clubs nationwide. The initiative also features nationwide distribution of Batman-inspired curriculum via the organization’s digital platforms, virtual training for Boys & Girls Club staff, and incentive-based participation opportunities. By providing youth professionals with these dynamic resources, the new partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering the next generation of storytellers.

Celebrate Batman Day

Look for more news for Batman Day 2024 to drop on or before September 20. For a complete lineup of Batman content for Batman Day, be sure to check out the Batman hub, where fans can read classic Batman comic books on DC Universe Infinite and shop from DC Shop’s Batman collection.

Some Super Heroes are born. Others are made. Batman’s story of determination and grit has inspired generation after generation. Batman, notable not for having any superpowers but for his intelligence, skill, and technical savvy, is one of the most iconic characters in the world and is recognized across the globe thanks to his portrayal in universally beloved comics, TV shows, cartoons, movies, and more since he first appeared in 1939’s Detective Comics #27.

On September 21, fans around the world will gather for Batman Day 2024, celebrating their love of DC’s Dark Knight. To commemorate this annual tradition and to celebrate one of the most enduring characters in popular culture, DC and Warner Bros. Discovery have prepared an incredible choice of content and activities to make Batman Day 2024 a memorable and fun experience for fans.

From toys and collectibles to apparel and home goods, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products has collaborated with premier licensees around the world to celebrate Batman. Offerings also include exclusives from Warner Bros. Discovery for Batman fans, only through DC Shop and WB Shop UK. Head to the DC Shop for exclusive Batman products, including Batman: Caped Crusader product, for every member of DC’s Batman Family and Batman’s Rogues Gallery.

Batman Day Experiences

At Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood, celebrate Batman’s 85th anniversary on September 21 with an after-hours Batman tour and movie screening. Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is calling all Batman fans to come help them light up their Bat-Signal and see a special film screening of Tim Burton’s Batman on the iconic WB backlot. Bring your friends and family for a night of fun and memorable moments, as you go behind the scenes of your favorite Batman films and see original costumes, cowls, and Batmobiles. Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is providing a one-hour guided tour focused on Batman, before screening the 1989 movie Batman starring Michael Keaton as Batman, Jack Nicholson as The Joker, and Kim Basinger as Vicki Vale. For more details on Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood and to purchase tickets, visit the website at https://www.wbstudiotour.com/tour/wbmovienights/.

Speaking of Bat-Signals, a Batman Day tradition is to light up Bat-Signals in combination with fan activations across the world. Look to celebrate DC’s Dark Knight on September 21 with Bat-Signals lighting up in Rio de Janeiro, Guangzhou, London, São Paulo, Tokyo, Milan, Mumbai, and more.

BatmanComic Books, DC Universe Infinite, and MultiVersus

At participating comic book shops while supplies last, Batman fans can choose from a selection of Batman titles celebrating Gotham’s Dark Knight Detective and some of his most infamous adversaries. The Joker, Batman’s archnemesis, takes his brand of madness and mayhem worldwide in Joker: The World, a 184-page anthology featuring stories from creative teams representing 13 different countries, all celebrating the Clown Prince of Crime. DC will also publish a Batman Day Deluxe Edition of Batman: The Long Halloween; the debut issue of new comic book series Batman The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween, writer Jeph Loeb’s tribute to his friend and collaborator, the late artist Tim Sale; a new Noir Edition printing of the universally sold-out (and beloved) comic book Batman/Elmer Fudd; and more.

DC UNIVERSE INFINITE is celebrating Batman Day by offering a curated collection of Batman-centric content FREE to read, in front of the paywall. Additionally, subscribers can read Batman The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween #1 the same day as print, starting September 25. Not a subscriber? Sign up today using promo code BATMAN8530DAY for a 30-day free trial. Offer only valid in the USA, for a limited time, and for new and returning subscribers. For more information visit the DCUI website at https://www.dcuniverseinfinite.com. DCUI is not available in all countries and is not intended for children.

Celebrate Batman’s 85^th Anniversary in MultiVersus, the free-to-play platform fighter featuring an ever-expanding roster of popular characters based on Warner Bros. Discovery franchises. From Oct. 1-15, players can participate in an exclusive event, complete missions, and receive daily login rewards to earn free Batman-themed content for a limited time, including Banners, Ringouts, and Batman’s 85^th Anniversary Skins for a variety of playable characters. Additionally, the new Batman ’89 variant inspired by the Batman (1989) film will be available for purchase starting Oct. 1.

If you’re celebrating by revisiting your favorite Batman movie or television show on Batman Day, or by discovering a new feature for the first time, Max is offering a robust and incredible selection of live-action and animated movies, plus streaming series that celebrate the Dark Knight and Gotham City. Stream award-winners like Batman (1989) or The Dark Knight (2008) or binge a season of Batman The Animated Series. Premiering just in time for Batman Day, fans can return to the Gotham City of 2022’s blockbuster The Batman in new television show The Penguin when the first episode drops on September 19 on Max.

Batman Day Products

And if you watch physical product at home, you can now preorder the Batman 85th Anniversary Collection, featuring 10 epic animated movies in 4K UHD and celebrating 85 years of Gotham City’s finest. The set includes Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, Batman Year One, Batman: Assault on Arkham, Batman: The Killing Joke, Batman and Harley Quinn, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight, Batman: Hush, Batman: Soul of the Dragon, Batman: The Long Halloween, and Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham. The 4K movie collection will be released on Tuesday, September 10.

From WBD Global Consumer Products Publishing, Batman Day book highlights include the Batwheels-inspired Race to the Holidays Christmas Board Book, published on September 3 by Random House Children’s Books, where Bam and the Batwheels celebrate the holiday season in a sturdy board book inspired by the hit preschool animated series DC Batwheels™. Random House Children’s Books has also re-released Batman: 5-Minute Stories with ten Batman stories that can each be read aloud in five minutes. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will love this collection of tales featuring Batman and the other DC Super Heroes in action. For all-ages entertainment, Insight Editions is taking pre-orders on their Batman: The Animated Series Official Coloring Book, filled with more than 60 “Dark Deco” illustrations of the Caped Crusader and his rogues’ gallery of famous foes from the beloved 1990s animated series. And for the truly adventurous, Random House Worlds will publish Batman: Resurrection by author John Jackson Miller. In this hardcover prose novel, set after The Joker’s death, Batman and Gotham City face a mysterious new threat in a direct sequel to Tim Burton’s iconic 1989 Batman movie. Batman: Resurrection will be published on October 15.

Candy Digital will be releasing a Deluxe Edition hardcover of Batman: The Legacy Cowl. In this story, collection holders helped shape the hows, whats, and whys of the comic to tell the story of Batman’s newest mystery. Batman: The Legacy Cowl is the first hardcover edition of the DC comic series created with fan votes by comic book creators Dan Abnett and Pablo M. Collar and features an exclusive cover by Dustin Nguyen.

Spin Master has released a new range of Batman 85^th Anniversary products celebrating Batman in film. The limited edition Batmobile Tumbler RC, a 1:15 scale replica of one of the most iconic cinematic vehicles, is designed for high-speed action and advanced control. Fans can also celebrate with all-new 12-inch “The Dark Knight” Batman and The Joker action figures. These limited-edition figures are styled with intricate details that reflect the authentic design from the acclaimed Warner Bros. Pictures film.” Spin Master is also helping fans and collectors recreate more Gotham City adventures at home with the “Batman Returns” Batman and “The Dark Knight Rises” Bane, four-inch action figures.

In celebration of Batman’s 85th anniversary, iconic global footwear brand Crocs is collaborating with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to release a limited-edition collection commemorating the DC Super Hero. The full family collection brings the spirit of your favorite comic book character to life through the Batmobile Classic Clogs along with exclusive Jibbitz™ charms. Fans can shop the full collection starting on September 16, just in time to celebrate National Batman Day. Available on www.crocs.com and through select retailers and wholesale partners.

Batman Day isn’t just for human fans. Batman knows the importance of good gear—and no one will have you and your furry sidekick/crime-fighting partner better equipped to take on the dark night than Loungefly Collectiv’s Batman 85th Anniversary line, including a DC Comics Batman™ 85th Anniversary Mini Backpack Dog Harness, a DC Comics Batman™ 85th Anniversary Dog Collar, a DC Comics Batman™ 85th Anniversary Leash, and to top it all off, a DC Comics Batman™ 85th Anniversary Robin Treat & Disposable Bag Holder.

Upcoming Batman Day News

And there’s more Batman news to come. For fans of Spotify’s Batman Unburied podcast, watch for actor Colman Domingo to make an announcement timed to Batman Day. And coming soon from Mattel, a new collaboration with Barbie Signature. Celebrating two of Gotham City’s most notorious troublemakers, find out more on September 18 and stay tuned at Mattel Shop and Mattel Creations. And, to have gear inspired by Batman that fits in the palm of your hand, celebrate the enduring legacy of the Caped Crusader with global tech accessories brand CASETiFY when they announce a new Batman collection, a collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products. And something forged in silver is coming soon. Keep an eye out for an announcement from Agoro, soon.

Look for more news for Batman Day 2024 to drop on or before September 21. For a complete lineup of Batman content for Batman Day, be sure to check out the Batman hub at https://www.dc.com/batman, where fans can read classic Batman comic books on DC Universe Infinite and shop from DC Shop’s Batman 85th Anniversary collection.