Comic-Con International (San Diego)

San Diego Comic-Con is a comic book convention and multi-genre entertainment event held annually in San Diego, California, United States, at the San Diego Convention Center. Founded in 1970, originally showcasing primarily comic books and science fiction/fantasy media, Comic-Con has grown to include a large range of pop culture and entertainment elements across virtually all genres. According to Forbes, Comic-Con is the "largest convention of its kind in the world".

Language

English

Genres

comics-anime, dark fantasy, horror

Venue

San Diego Convention Center, San Diego

Format

hybrid

Founded

1969

Duration (days)

4

Next edition

22–25 Jul 2027 (Preview Night 21 Jul)

Author participation

Premier comics+film+games industry/fan event; Deadline: Badge lottery/sales via comic-con.org

Tickets

n Diego Comic-Con 2025 through numerous free events and brand activations located outside the main convention center

Attendance published by the festival

300000

Audience

Since 2010, Comic-Con has filled the San Diego Convention Center to capacity with over 130,000 attendees.

Age policy

Some notable examples include Gaslamp Quarter, Petco Park, and Children's Park.

Accessibility

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Language notes

Listed working language: English

Genre notes

Primary focus: comics-anime; Also listed: dark fantasy, horror

Programme

The convention is organized by a panel of 13 board members, 16 to 20 full-time and part-time workers, and 80 volunteers who assist via committees.

Tables and exhibitors

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Past editions

2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Stay

Grant Hotel, having been secured by Graf, from August 1–3, 1970.

Festival site