New York Comic Con 2026 Preview: What to Know Before NYCC New York Comic Con is heading back to the Javits Center October 8–11, 2026 , and this year marks the convention’s 20th anniversary. Nerdthusiast will be there too: Wes from the Nerdthusiast Gaming Podcast and Mike “LatinGman” from the Nerdthusiast Twitch team are attending. Expect plenty for fans of comics, gaming, movies, television, cosplay, and collectibles to explore. 11, 2026 What’s happening at NYCC 2026? The anniversary celebration has a Coney Island theme , with exclusive merchandise planned around the collaboration. Across the convention, fans can visit the show floor and Artist Alley, attend panels, explore Gaming Side Quest and Cosplay Central, and check out studio experiences. NYCC says a general admission ticket includes access to more than 400 exhibitors, although some events require separate tickets or reservations. 11, 2026 A few announced moments already stand out: Thursday, October 8: NYCC is promoting a loo...