In late July each year, San Diego becomes aMecca for a wide range of pop-culture enthusiasts. Fan boys, and fan girls, comic book aficionados, sci-fi lovers, horror buffs, and fantasy nerds unite to embrace their collective quirks. They gather to meet and greet stars from cult classic movies and television shows, attend interesting panels dedicated to diverse subjects, have books and paintings signed by their favorite artists, and participate in cosplay contests, featuring elaborate costumes created with painstaking attention to detail.
Even if you’re shy about your inner-nerd, you can still have an awesome time at the Con! Cosplay is not required, but it does make people-watching more fun than usual. When you’re not observing or mingling with the massive crowds of people, stop by one of the hundreds of vendors’ booths and pick up trinkets, souvenirs, and gear from your favorite show, movie, or book.
Comic-Con Admission Prices and Other Event Information
San Diego Comic-Con takes place at the San Diego Convention Center, over the course of four days (Thursday through Sunday) in late July every year. On the Wednesday evening before the official event commencement, there is a preview night for professionals, exhibitors, and a select few guests who are pre-registered for all four days of the convention.
Badges for entry into the convention are sold at adult, junior, and military/senior prices listed below. Remember to bring a valid photo ID when you go to pick up your badge!
- Adults
- Preview Night: $40.00
- Thursday: $55.00
- Friday: $55.00
- Saturday: $55.00
- Sunday: $40
- Juniors
- Preview Night: $20.00
- Thursday: $27.00
- Friday: $27.00
- Saturday: $27.00
- Sunday: $20.00
- Active U.S. Military and Seniors
- Preview Night: $20.00
- Thursday: $27.00
- Friday: $27.00
- Saturday: $27.00
- Sunday: $20.00
Children aged 12 years-old and under are free with a paying adult, while junior pricing is for children ages 13 to 17 years-old. Active U.S. military personnel with ID and seniors aged 60 years-old and over receive a discounted rate.
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710 Beach Rentals has elite vacation accommodations that SDCC attendees would be smart to take advantage of. Be sure to ask our reservation specialists about the Con and other cool events in the San Diego area when you book a vacation rental house or condo with us today!
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