About San Diego Comic-Con 2026
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 runs July 23–26, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center, with Preview Night on Wednesday, July 22. The countdown above tracks the days until the gates open on the largest pop-culture gathering on Earth — more than 130,000 fans, four days of panels, premieres and the legendary Hall H.
What began in 1970 as a few hundred comic-book fans is now the event the entertainment industry plans its year around. Marvel and DC unveil their movie and TV slates, studios screen exclusive trailers, casts assemble for surprise panels, and the convention floor fills with exclusive collectibles, artist alley and an ocean of elaborate cosplay. The biggest announcements — like Robert Downey Jr.'s return as Doctor Doom in 2024 — routinely break out of Hall H to dominate the internet for days.
Badges sell out within minutes through an online lottery months in advance, making SDCC one of the hardest tickets in fandom. Whether you are heading to San Diego or following every reveal from home, this page counts down to Preview Night and the first full day on Thursday, July 23.
FAQ
When is San Diego Comic-Con 2026?
July 23–26, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center, with Preview Night on Wednesday, July 22. The countdown above tracks the time remaining.
How do I get Comic-Con badges?
Badges are sold through an online registration lottery months ahead and typically sell out in minutes — open registration and returning-attendee sales happen separately.
What is Hall H?
Hall H is Comic-Con's 6,000-seat main hall where the biggest film and TV panels take place — fans often queue overnight for a seat.
Where is Comic-Con held?
At the San Diego Convention Center in downtown San Diego, California, with events spilling into hotels and venues across the Gaslamp Quarter.