Pop culture fans of all ages will gather at New York Comic Con, which kicks off on Thursday at the Javits Center. A fresh lineup of guest speakers, merchandise and surprise drops await attendees and cosplayers looking to snap photos with celebrities and immerse themselves in their favorite comics,

It says a lot about our collective imagination or our need for escape that New York Comic Con is such a solid addition to the cultural calendar. As they say on the showfloor (or not): set your phasers to fun for October 17-20,

New York Comic Con, the largest pop culture convention in the country for every fandom imaginable, will return to the Javits Center in New York City on October 17-20.

In total, over 650 (!) artists, writers, actors and personalities will be at the 2024 Comic Con. And, if you want to be there, last-minute tickets are still available. At the time of publication, three-day passes start at $253 before fees on Vivid Seats. Single-day passes can be snagged for as low as $91 before fees.