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

1:00pm PDT

On the Mic Podcast with Tim Drake LIVE from SDCC

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

Hosted by Tim Drake (Funny or Die, Demonetize), an award-winning filmmaker, writer, producer, and Second City alumnus. Tim's jokes and tweets have been featured on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Comedy Central. Tim has assembled a group of film and TV writers to discuss navigating the madness of a writing career in 2026 Hollywood. Tim is joined by Rob Kutner (writer, Conan, The Daily Show), Stefanie Leder (showrunner/writer, No Good Nick, Melissa and Joey), Kirk Kushin (animation/comic book writer, Hello Kitty and Friends Super Cute Adventures, PAW Patrol), and Hyunjin Jo (writer, Squid Game, I Am Sam).

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

2:00pm PDT

LGBTQIA+ Activism in Comics

Friday July 24, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 4

In a time of polarization when politics has seeped into every corner of popular culture, what is the role of comics creators? How do comic books and pop art comment on the current social and political climates . . . or should they at all? Prism Comics, moderator David Reddish (political journalist, anchor for Occupy Democrats, and host of The David Reddish Show), and panelists Tara Madison Avery (We're Still Here; publisher, Stacked Deck Press), Marc Andreyko (Torso, Love Is Love), David M. Booher (Canto, Ghostbusters, Killer Queens), Sarah Gailey (Upright Women Wanted, Eat the Rich), and William O. Tyler (We Belong, Theater of Terror: Revenge of the Queers) discuss how the Trump era has affected the popular genre of comics and how queer artists use their voices to inspire the public and be catalysts for change and empathy.

Friday July 24, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 4

U: Updated, BIPOC, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, LGBTQIA+, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, BIPOC, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, LGBTQIA+, Writers & Writing

2:30pm PDT

Creature Feature Reboot: Monsters of Horror

Friday July 24, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Room 29CD

Monsters: can't live with 'em, and can't bear to read books without 'em. A creature-feature conversation with Max Brooks (World War Z), Peter Brett (The Demon King), Shane Hawk (Never Whistle at Night), TJ Payne (Intercepts: A Horror Novel), and Marshall J. Moore (The Henchperson's Guide to Unionizing). From zombies to tentacled nightmares and beyond, the panel explores the important questions, including "Is it really a monster if you want to be its friend?", "If you make a regular animal REALLY big, does that make it a horror icon?", and "Why are creatures frequently so gooey?" (Please note: relative gooeyness may or may not be discussed in detail.) Moderated by Cheryl Eddy (senior editor, io9).

Friday July 24, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room 29CD

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

3:00pm PDT

International Comics from Around the World

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Jessica Tseang (The Comics Voyager, Eisner judge 2022) discusses with comic book creators from Taiwan (artists PAJI, Kane, and Fish Wang), Mexico (creator Fers), Afghanistan and Switzerland (creator Selai Balkhi) about popular titles in their country, their works, culture, and comic book museums to visit in their home countries. The panel also explores comics from Korea, Mongolia, and Chile.

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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3:00pm PDT

No Capes Required: Women Powering Pop Culture

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 6DE

You don't need a cape to be a hero in storytelling. Moderator Janet Hsieh (Fun Taiwan) leads a lively panel with AJ Mendez (WWE pro wrestler), Anjali Bhimani (Ms. Marvel), Carolina Ravassa (Overwatch), Helen Shang (The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power), and Silenn Thomas (CEO, Frank Miller Ink), women who are making their mark across comics, gaming, sports, television, and film. Expect candid stories, industry insights, and a celebration of the voices driving today's most exciting and inclusive pop culture moments.

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 6DE

3:00pm PDT

Roll for Romance: An Interactive Rom-Com Decided by Dice

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 11

Romance authors across genres put character chemistry to the test in a live dating-game format where storytelling meets chance, guided by audience prompts and the roll of the dice. Featuring Kristy Boyce (Rolls and Rivalry), Barbara Perez Marquez (To Dance the Moon and Stars), Anna Mercier (All We Hunger For), and Ashley Poston (Star Wars: Eyes Like Stars). Moderated by Kim Bussing.

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 11

U: Updated, Books, Fandom, Games, Humor & Satire, TTRPG, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Books, Fandom, Games, Humor & Satire, TTRPG, Writers & Writing

4:00pm PDT

Tarzan and John Carter of Mars Live!

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

Room 32AB

Writer-showrunner Michael Kogge (Star Wars) and a surprise Academy Award–winning guest 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 Wasé 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, while Tom Akel of Rocketship Entertainment shares updates on the upcoming massive Russ Manning’s Tarzan project and Matías Timarchi of Alien Books discusses a new take on the Lord of the Jungle in Tarzan Beyond. The session concludes with Wolf Larson (writer/producer; former Tarzan TV star; VP of entertainment, 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

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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

2:30pm PDT

Narrating Bestselling Audiobooks

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Room 10

Scott Brick (Dune, Orphan X series), Daniel Henning (The Cerulean Chronicles, In the Lives of Puppets), Avi Roque (Cemetery Boys series, Sworn Soldier series), Karissa Vacker (The Girls Before, Forget Me Not), and Vikas Adam (The Fake Divination Offense, A Killer in the Family) discuss the behind-the-scenes artistry and technical precision of narrating bestselling audiobooks. From the isolation of the recording booth to the ears of listeners, these voice actors share their processes for bringing complex characters to life, mastering diverse accents, and collaborating with authors to translate the written word into a compelling audio experience.

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room 10

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10:00am PDT

Graphic Novel Storytelling: From Idea to Page

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Room 29AB

Creators discuss the art of graphic novel storytelling, from developing characters to structuring narratives and bringing stories to life visually across original works and adaptations. Featuring Julio Anta (Sol Goes for Goal), Mika Song (Night Chef), Barbara Perez Marquez (To Dance the Moon and Stars), Stephen Shaskan (Pizza and Taco), and Trung Le Nguyen (Angelica and the Bear Prince). Moderated by Whitney Leopard (executive editor, Random House).

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 29AB

U: Updated, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Writers & Writing | 1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Writers & Writing

10:30am PDT

Queer Comics in Color

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

Room 10

Inclusion and diversity are crucial to storytelling. All cultural voices deserve to be heard in comics and popular media. Prism Comics, moderator Viktor Kerney (StrangeLore, We Belong), and panelists Julie Fiveash (The Froggy Library), Ajuan Mance (Gender Studies, Living While Black), Sean Z (MYTH, Ramonah Rising), and Jesse Ledina (AndrogynArt) discuss the contributions of queer people of color to comic books and graphic novels and ways of creating a more inclusive queer geek community.

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Room 10

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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

1:30pm PDT

Development to Distribution: Thinking Outside the Box

Sunday July 26, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 25ABC

Angela Oh (actor/writer, UDriveMe on Tubi, Castle, Scream Queens), Dawn Higginbotham (filmmaker, UDriveMe, Night of the Templar, Morning Person Pictures; author), Kumari Bakhru (postproduction producer, UDrive Me, AFI, and NYFA, author), Susan Spohr (postproduction supervisor, associate producer, author), and Valerie Lettera-Spletzer (DreamWorks Animation; teacher), with moderator Renee O'Connor (filmmaker, ROC Pictures; actor, Xena: Warrior Princess), discuss creatively navigating the workflow from development and previs through new media and film production to marketing, deliverables, and distribution for independent films.

Sunday July 26, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 25ABC

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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