r/SDCC

I'm mainly going to support the hubs and older kiddo while watching the younger kiddo who will prob be done by day 2. I enjoy the cosplays and shopping but nerding out at comic-con is not my thing. Curious if anybody else going by default and what you're looking forward to doing there? This is the first time we've gotten tickets in 15 years for all four days plus preview night so I'm really happy for them!!

Hello little background, I have a genetic mutation that cause of it I need a heart transplant but luckily I was also eligible for a make a wish and mine was to go to San Diego comic con. Obviously my experience will be a little diffrent as I’ll probably get in easier and stand in less lines, etc but does anyone have an tips or tricks?

If Comic-Con gave out achievements like a video game, which one have you unlocked?

Just a small reminder about the offsite map. It's displaying over 200 items now! If you want to know up to the minute when I post an update, follow me on X or Bluesky. @ sdccmapper on both.

We are looking at creating some side quests for my group to complete during SDCC this year and hoping ya’ll might be able to share any fun challenges/scavenger hunts/ quests that we’re super fun!

Hi all,
Your help is much appreciated
I am lost with all the data
First time at San Diego Comic-Con (July 22-26, 2026, badges for all days including Preview Night).
Also going to Ed Sheeran at Petco Park on July 21 at 5:30 PM (night before Preview Night).
Can I pick up ComicCon badges on July 21 (pickup hours 13:00-17:00 that day)?
Tips for Ed Sheeran at Petco Park — parking?
Uber from Mission Valley? First time SDCC tips?
Staying at SpringHill Suites Mission Valley — trolley vs free shuttle?
Hall H wristband for Saturday Marvel panel — how does it work?
Best restaurants in Gaslamp/Little Italy during ComicCon week?
Thanks

Hey everyone! I'm planning to hit SDCC on Sunday and my goal is to be among the first few groups to get onto the exhibit hall floor when it opens.

Since Sunday usually has slightly different energy (and shorter hours) compared to the rest of the week, I want to make sure I don't mess up the timing.

• What time do people realistically start queuing up just to get into the building/floor for Sunday morning?
• Is there a specific line or entrance I should aim for to avoid getting caught in the general bottleneck?
• Any specific "pro-tips" for Sunday morning survival while waiting?

Thanks in advance for the help!

Maybe I’m dumb, but I can’t find the schedule anywhere. I’m trying to plan for five people on Sunday, and Ive done both SDCC and NYCC before, but I want to be well-prepared. I’m also going by myself Saturday, and I’m a little anxious about making sure I can see everything I want to see.

Trying to plane better when can i sign up for the stuff near the docs

Counting down every second! Any things yall looking forward to?!

First time goer. Should I plan to camp out for Hall H to make sure I get the best seats? I don’t mind it if I have to but I hear conflicting thoughts, some say it’s not allowed anymore, some say it’s not necessary, some say just get back in line Saturday morning by 6am, some say absolutely camp out if want to be near the stage …given Avenger’s Doomsday/Marvel being back this year I anticipate a lotttt of people, but idk maybe I’m overthinking it because IM a huge nerd and am only coming to SDCC for Marvel’s Hall H panel… we’ve still got about 3 weeks but I just want to plan accordingly either way.

Update: Thanks y'all! See you there!

We have to pick up our badges so are we not able to ride the shuttle?

Been going to the Con since the 80s, and it was such a big deal back in the day to have the Saturday night gay->queer panel and social before the Masquerade to find other out and closeted fans and pros and way to see each other. No shade to the current state of the panel, but as the world has changed where we’re not such a niche community anymore in fandom and in the industry, and man, we’re everywhere.

So even though I plan to go by on Saturday to check things out for the discussion and (probably) the auction, what I REALLY want is a gathering that’s just for fun, meeting new people, having a drink maybe, and just being effing gay. I know it’s the weekend after SD Pride, but I want to be around a more geeky crowd and I don’t plan on going to the festival.

I imagine there’s nothing in Gaslamp, but are there any known Comic-Con offsites at bars or cafes or even unofficial gathering spots in or around the convention center that fit this bill?