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Comic-Con Today: Saturday

Comic-Con Museum: Where Dr. Who, Lucha Libra, tokidoki, and Luann Meet

It’s probably not news to anyone reading this that the Comic-Con museum is now open. What is new is four new exhibits that opened in the last four months, and this brings the total number of unique Comic-Con exhibits to over 30 since opening after the lockdown.

Opened in March, Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder: Where Science Meets Fiction is the US Premiere of the exhibit celebrating the world’s longest-running science fiction TV show. Entering through the Tardis (yes, it is bigger on the inside) you’ll see a replica of the first Doctor’s console and the costumes from all 15 Doctors. Continuing through the exhibit, you can investigate iconic props, set pieces, and behind-the-scenes material from the series. One of the most impressive features of the exhibit is the Monster Vault featuring Daleks, Cybermen, and Weeping Angels. Don’t blink!

Interspersed throughout the exhibit are scientific displays explaining the physics of time travel and black holes, the biology of space travel, and more. Another favorite is Cassandra O’Brien, who speaks to guests as they pass. Whether you believe her claims of being “the last human” or agree with Rose that she’s just “a bitchy trampoline,” you’ll want to meet her. In addition, the Comic-Con museum is proud to hold an “Into the Whoniverse” series of panels, where scientists discuss aspects of science related to the show (next panel is August 9). See the Comic-Con Museum website calendar for details (https://www.comic-con.org/museum/events/). Whether you’re a hard-core Whovian or just a fan of the show, you won’t want to miss it.

Artist Christina Bambino discusses her luche libre art at this month’s Summer Nights event.

Sangre, Sudo y Mito: The Art and Tradition of Mexican Lucha Libre explores the art, culture, and tradition of Mexican professional wrestling. “Sangre, Sudo y Mito” translates to “Blood, Sweat, and Myth,” and the exhibit features authentic masks and costumes worn by legendary luchadores, artwork, rare collectibles, and movie lobby cards. Earlier this month, the Summer Nights Night at the Museum featured Lucha Libre-inspired artwork. The next and final Summer Nights event will be held on August 22 and will feature competitive puzzling. Google it. It’s a lot of fun. See Comic-Con Museum Calendar for details.

tokidoki: Twenty Years of Kawaii and Chaos showcases two decades of tokidoki’s fusion of Japanese-inspired kawaii (cute) design and edgy pop culture art. Since 2005, tokidoki has taken the world by storm with an aesthetic that melds the adorable with street art. The exhibit features original art, large-scale statues, and rare collectibles. 

In 1985, when we were listening to Madonna, Hall and Oates, and Wham!, cartoonist Greg Evans introduced a spunky 13-year-old to American newspaper funny pages. Growing Up Luann looks at the 40-year history of the Luann comic strip, from Greg Evans’ growth as an artist to how the characters evolved over the years to some of the ground-breaking storylines that moved the needle for what is acceptable in a mainstream American newspaper strip.

Karen Evans with father Greg of Luann is beside herself upon receiving the Inkpot Award.

Finally, make sure you stop by the Comic-Con Museum booth in the Exhibit Hall (Booth 1714). Take a spin for fun and prizes. You can also buy Comic-Con Museum memberships, including that coveted Legend membership. Tomorrow only, they’ll have a fun cardboard toucan give-away for the kids, while supplies last. Swing by and give them a look.

For more information about the Comic-Con Museum, see https://www.comic-con.org/museum/.

Masquerade On-Stage Costume Competition Tonight

A Comic-Con tradition since 1974, the event starts at 8:30pm tonight in Room 20 and showcases the amazing costume creations that our attendees create and bring to the convention. Our emcee will again be the always entertaining five-time Hugo Award–winning artist and writer Phil Foglio with his wife, Kaja Foglio. Masquerade tickets assure a seat, but are not required: Rather than see attendees stand in line for hours Saturday to be certain they get a seat, free tickets will be given out at 12 noon on Saturday to those lining up near Ballroom 20, and tickets will be available again from 3:00–5:00 PM at the Masquerade Desk until all are given out. Once you have your ticket, you are guaranteed a seat and can line up later knowing there is a chair for you. After the ticket-holders line has gone into the ballroom, there is open seating for anyone who arrives until the room is filled, no ticket required. In addition, overflow seating is available with large projection screens in the Sails Pavilion and in Room 6A for others wanting to enjoy the show.

Toucan Tip Friday

WonderCon 2026

Did you know that you can buy WonderCon 2026 badges right now? You don’t have to wait until November. Not only that, you can just buy them. You don’t have to stress about whether you’re going to get in or not or if the badge gods are smiling on you. You don’t need a lucky rabbit’s foot or anything. Early Bird pricing on 3-Day badges is $135.00 for Adults; $68.00 for Junior (age 13-17), Senior (age 60 and older), and active-duty military and ends January 14, 2026. One day badges are available at regular prices.

See details at https://www.comic-con.org/wc/badges/attendee-badge-sale/ or log into Member ID to purchase.

Autographs

P.O.W.E.R. Drawings

Think you missed your shot? In true superhero spirit, the P.O.W.E.R. (Previously Offered Wristbands: Extra Redemption) Drawing gives attendees one last shot at scoring an Exclusive Signing Portal wristband!

Did you miss out on an Exclusive Signing (ES) that was in the Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives Portal? Sixty (60) minutes before the start of an ES Portal signing, a special drawing may be held in the Autograph Area for any unclaimed wristbands, if available. This is your chance to swoop in and claim a spot that was previously awarded but not redeemed.

The Autograph Area online schedule will list the P.O.W.E.R. Drawing lineup time and location, as well as the drawing time for each ES Portal signing. If there are no unclaimed wristbands, there will be no drawing. The drawing will follow the Autograph Area Line Drawing procedure, so be sure you’re familiar with how it works (see page 74 of the Events Quick Guide).

Potential P.O.W.E.R. drawings and times for today are as follows:

  • Spartacus: House of Ashur Autograph Signing with Cast and Creator (9:30 am drawing)
  • Mattel Creations Design Panel (10:00 am drawing)
  • Bob’s Burgers (10:15 am drawing)
  • Coyote Vs. Acme Signing (10:30 am drawing)
  • The Simpsons Signing (12:15 pm drawing)
  • Matt Fraction Signing (1:00 pm drawing)
  • Todd McFarlane Exclusive Comic-Con Signing Session (1:00 pm drawing)
  • Futurama Signing (1:30 pm drawing)
  • Adam Cesare, author (Clown in a Cornfield) Exclusive Signing (2:00 pm drawing)
  • Bryan Lee O’Malley – Scott Pilgrim, Lost at Sea, Seconds, and Snotgirl (2:30 and 3:45 pm drawings)
  • Paradise Signing (2:45 pm drawing)
  • Pingu Trivia and Noot Noot Challenge (12:30 pm drawing)

Grids

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Announcements

Comic-Con Merch Updates – More stock of the sold-out Peanuts Comic-Con Event shirt are scheduled to arrive in the Merch Store between 10:00 am and 11:00 am today. In addition, the women’s crop tops are almost completely sold out (only peach color remains). Act fast if you want one. The Comic-Con Merch Store is located at Marriott Marquis, Rooms 23–26. 


Correction – The address printed on page 6 of the Events Quick Guide for Blick under Art Supplies is incorrect. They moved to 3633 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA 92110 (no longer walking distance but at least they have lots of parking now).

Will Eisner Comic Industry Award Recipients

Phil LaMarr and Bill Morrison always get the room going!

Best Short Story: “Spaces,” by Phil Jimenez, in DC Pride 2024 #1 (DC)

Best Single Issue/One-Shot: The War on Gaza, by Joe Sacco (Fantagraphics)

Best Continuing Series: Santos Sisters, by Greg & Fake, Graham Smith, Dave Landsberger, and Marc Koprinarov (Floating World)

Best Limited Series: Zatanna: Bring Down the House, by Mariko Tamaki and Javier Rodriguez (DC)

Best New Series: Absolute Wonder Woman, by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman (DC)

Best Publication for Early Readers: Hilda and Twig Hide from the Rain, by Luke Pearson (Flying Eye)

Best Publication for Kids: Plain Jane and the Mermaid, by Vera Brosgol (First Second/Macmillan)

Best Publication for Teens: Lunar New Year Love Story, by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham (First Second/Macmillan)

Best Humor Publication: Processing: 100 Comics That Got Me Through It, by Tara Booth (Drawn & Quarterly)

Best Anthology: Godzilla’s 70th Anniversary, edited by Jake Williams and others (IDW)

Jake Williams takes the Eisner for Best Anthology.

Best Reality-Based Work: Suffrage Song: The Haunted History of Gender, Race, and Voting Rights in the U.S., by Caitlin Cass (Fantagraphics)

Best Graphic Memoir: Feeding Ghosts: A Graphic Memoir, by Tessa Hulls (MCD/Farrar, Straus & Giroux)

Best Graphic Album—New: Lunar New Year Love Story, by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham (First Second/Macmillan)

Best Graphic Album—Reprint: The One Hand and The Six Fingers, by Ram V, Dan Watters, Laurence Campbell, and Sumit Kumar (Image)

Best Adaptation from Another Medium: The Road, by Cormac McCarthy, adapted by Manu Larcenet (Abrams)

Best U.S. Edition of International Material: The Jellyfish, by Boum, translated by Robin Lang and Helge Dascher (Pow Pow Press)

Best U.S. Edition of International Material—Asia: Tokyo These Days, vols. 1–3, by Taiyo Matsumoto, translated by Michael Arias (VIZ Media)

Best Archival Collection/Project—Strips: Thorn: The Complete Proto-BONE Strips 1982–1986, and Other Early Drawings, by Jeff Smith (Cartoon Books)

Best Archival Collection/Project—Comic Books: David Mazzucchelli’s Batman Year One Artist’s Edition, by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, edited by Scott Dunbier (IDW)

Best Comics-Related Periodical/Journalism: The Beat, edited by Heidi MacDonald and others, https://www.comicsbeat.com

Best Comics-Related Book: Tell Me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund, by Caitlin McGurk (Fantagraphics)

Best Academic/Scholarly Work: Drawing (in) the Feminine: Bande Dessinée and Women, edited by Margaret C. Flinn (Ohio State University Press)

Best Publication Design: David Mazzucchelli’s Batman Year One Artist’s Edition, designed by Chip Kidd (IDW)

Best Digital Comic: My Journey to Her, by Yuna Hirasawa (Kodansha) 

Best Webcomic: Life After Life, by Joshua Barkman, https://falseknees.com/comics/24ink1.html (False Knees)

Best Writer: Gene Luen Yang, Lunar New Year Love Story (First Second/Macmillan)

David Dastmalchian presents Gene Luen Yang the Best Writer Eisner as Rantz Hoseley looks on….

Best Writer/Artist: Charles Burns, Kommix (Fantagraphics); Final Cut (Pantheon); Unwholesome Love (co-published with Partners & Son)

Best Penciller/Inker or Penciller/Inker Team: Bilquis Evely, Helen of Wyndhorn (Dark Horse)

Best Painter/Multimedia Artist: Eduardo Risso, The Blood Brothers Mother (DSTLRY)

Best Cover Artist: Tula Lotay, Groupies (Comixology Originals), Helen of Wyndhorn #1, Count Crowley: Mediocre Midnight Monster Hunter #3, Dawnrunner #1, Barnstormers TPB (Dark Horse); Somna and other titles (DSTLRY); The Horizon Experiment (Image)

Best Coloring: Jordie Bellaire, Absolute Wonder Woman, Birds of Prey, John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America, The Nice House by the Sea (DC); The City Beneath Her Feet (DSTLRY); The Exorcism at 1600 Penn (IDW); W0rldtr33 (Image); G.I. Joe, Duke (Image Skybound) 

Best Lettering: Clayton Cowles, Animal Pound (BOOM! Studios); FML, Helen of Wyndhorn (Dark Horse); Absolute Batman, Batman, Batman & Robin: Year One, Birds of Prey, Jenny Sparks, Wonder Woman (DC); Strange Academy, Venom (Marvel)

Hall of Fame:

Judges’ Choices: Peter Arno, Gus Arriola, Steve Bissette, Wilhelm Busch, Lucy Shelton Caswell, Philippe Druillet, Phoebe Gloeckner, Richard “Grass” Green, Rea Irvin, Jack Kamen, Joe Maneely, Shigeru Mizuki, Bob Oksner, Bob Powell, Joe Sacco, Bill Schanes, Steve Schanes, Ira Schnapp, Phil Seuling. Frank Stack, and Angelo Torres. 

Voters’ Choices: Kyle Baker, Eddie Campbell, Roz Chast, Dan Clowes, Junji Ito, Todd Klein, John Romita, Jr.  

Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award: L.A. Strong charity comic by Mad Cave Studios

Russ Manning Promising Newcomer Award: Richard Blake

Bill Finger Award for Excellence in Comic Book Writing: Don Glut and Sheldon Mayer
Spirit of Comics Retailer Award: Akira Comics, Madrid Spain

Comic-Con Gallery

Lucy, I’m feeling conflicted.

The Outlander Blood of My Blood cast met their fans.

Local CEO caught on the Dinocam.

That’s one way to get your head above the crowd!

Player One at the Game Lounge.

Pirates of the Caribbean meets the Disney Princesses.

Sue sees Sue.

The many genres of Wonder Woman.

The healing power of Comic-Con.

Why won’t those darned Gremlins leave Santa alone?

K-Pop Demon Hunter.

Mirror, mirror in the hall.

Now that’s a Tron-worthy light show!

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