Comic-Con 2026: Full Schedule

12:00pm PDT

Mythical Mayhem: New Twists on Beloved Myths

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

Myths, legends, epics, and oral tales have lasted for centuries—and with good reason. What does it take to put a new spin on a story that's been woven time and time again? Ayana Gray (I, Medusa), Gracie Marsden (Bones of Jade, Flesh Like Ice), Anders Nilsen (Tongues, Volume 1), and Demi Winters (Dawn of the North) discuss how fairy tales, myths, folk tales, and legends can be woven into new narratives to create worlds that feel both new and familiar.

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 23ABC

U: Updated, Books, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Books, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

4:00pm PDT

Tarzan and John Carter of Mars Live!

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Room 32AB

Mark Andrews (Brave) and Michael Kogge (Star Wars) discuss their vision for the animated TV series John Carter of Mars in development, followed by updates on the upcoming John Carter of Mars audio drama, with Wase Chief (Horizon: An American Saga) discussing her voice work as Dejah Thoris. Both efforts are authorized by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Andrew Sumner (Titan Books, Titan Comics) shares a new announcement, and Bill Murphy (BigBadWorkshop) provides updates on upcoming collectibles. The session concludes with Wolf Larson (writer/producer; former Tarzan TV star; VP of entertainment, ERB, Inc.) and Christopher Paul Carey (VP of publishing, ERB, Inc.) on what's ahead in the ERB Universe for film, TV, and publishing.

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room 32AB

1:00pm PDT

Ultima Comics: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut!

Saturday July 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

The independent comics revival is in full force, and Ultima is in the mix. The Founding Four have multiplied like two-headed rabbits, with new titles, new creators, and new weird fun. The Ultima crew brings its special brand of chicanery home. Independent is the new mainstream. Panelists include Francis Szyskowski (creator, The Massacre Twins), Payton Oliver (creator, Parenthetical Bullet), Tim Peterson (creator, Fire in the Dark), Flobo Boyce (creator, Pr. OXE), Taylor Hammond (creator, Captain Starfish and the Aquanauts from Neptune), Anthony Ray Bench (creator, Alex Starts the Apocalypse), and Daniel Seib (creator, Curse of the Wereflamingos). Moderated by Joshua Waldrop (founder/publisher, Ultima Comics).

Saturday July 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

U: Updated, Books, Comics, Marriott Programs, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Books, Comics, Marriott Programs, Writers & Writing

2:00pm PDT

Science in Middle-Grade Sci-Fi

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library

Panelists discuss the role of science in middle-grade science fiction, including how scientific accuracy can support (or complicate) storytelling and how well-portrayed science can inspire young readers to pursue science fiction and STEM pathways. Authors Greg Van Eekhout (Voyage of the Dogs), Becca Lee Gardner (Bleep Blurp Murder), and Delilah Dawson (Ride or Die) appear with scientists Lisa Will (resident astronomer, Fleet Science Center) and Ronald Coleman (Ph.D. in regenerative medicine). Moderated by Jonathan Bacon-Liu (host, All the Time We Have Podcast).

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library

U: Updated, Books, Kids, Library Programs, Technology - Science - STEM | 1: Programs, Books, Kids, Library Programs, Technology - Science - STEM

12:15pm PDT

Ask an Astronaut: Q&A with NASA Astronaut (and Everest Climber) Scott Parazynski

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT

Room 5AB

Scott E. Parazynski is a physician, astronaut, and explorer. Trained as an ER doctor, he is a veteran of five Space Shuttle flights and seven spacewalks, including the one dubbed the "Apollo 13 moment" of the shuttle era. He is the first person to have both flown in space and summited Mount Everest. He was also Senator John Glenn's personal space physician during Glenn's historic return to orbit in 1998 and completed the first U.S.-Russian spacewalk. In addition, he is an active volcano explorer, scuba diver, commercial-rated pilot, former Olympic coach, technology inventor, serial entrepreneur, and author of the bestseller The Sky Below: A True Story of Summits, Space and Speed. An extended Q&A is included. Moderated by Susan Karlin (Fast Company).

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm PDT
Room 5AB

2:00pm PDT

Rise of the Independents: The Indie Comics Revolution Revised!

Sunday July 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 24ABC

The '90s demonstrated that independent comics could compete at the top levels of sequential art, and the 2020s have expanded the playing field through democratized pro-quality tools, global access to world-class talent, and the reach of social media and connectivity. Veteran indie creators and newer voices discuss the current era of independent comics and the creators who carved the path. Panelists include Dan Vado (founder, SLG Publishing), Josh Blaylock (owner, Devil's Due Comics), Eli Schwab (publisher, Cosmic Lion Productions), Dave Dwonch (publisher, HellBrain Productions), Todd Tochioka (publisher, Snug Comics), Mike Dolce (publisher, Sire Studios), Jay Savage (founder, Blackline Comics), and Mark Bandy (publisher, Crimson Sleep Studios). Moderated by Joshua Waldrop(founder/EIC, Ultima Comics).

Sunday July 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 24ABC

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