Comic-Con 2027
The Ultimate Badge Sale Prep for 2027
The countdown to Comic-Con® 2027 Returning Registration is on! Get ahead of the sale with these tips to help you prepare.
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Comic-Con 2027 Returning Registration is just around the corner on October 17, so now is the time to get prepared. Whether you need a refresher on the waiting room, or want to know what to expect on registration day, our checklist has you covered. Review the tips below, then visit our Returning Registration page for everything you need to know.
Password Check
If you haven’t logged in to your Comic-Con Member ID account in a while, please make sure you can access your account well ahead of the badge sale. If you’re eligible for Returning Registration, you will need to log in if you’re randomly selected for a registration session. Don’t let a forgotten password keep you from purchasing badges!
email check
If you purchase badges during Returning Registration, an order acknowledgement email will be sent to the email address linked to your Member ID account. Log in to your Member ID account before October 17 and review the upper left corner under your name. If your email is outdated, you can update it in the “My Account Information” section.
Credit Card Information
To make sure that your checkout process is effortless, we recommend you go into your Member ID account before October 17 and save your credit card information under “My Payment Methods” ahead of the sale. If you participate in Returning Registration and are selected for a registration session, you will have 15 minutes total to complete your badge purchase. Having your credit card information pre-saved can help you maximize time.
During checkout, you’ll be able to select a pre-saved payment method or enter a new credit card, and it will be used to purchase all badges included in your order. If someone purchases a badge for you, the buyer’s selected payment method will be used. Payments are typically processed within 72 hours after the sale’s completion. For visual guidance in saving your card information, use the image below:
Waiting Room Expectations
On October 17, the virtual waiting room opens at 7:30 AM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). To participate in the badge sale, arrive at the Member ID Portal between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM PDT to enter the waiting room—no additional steps required.
If you’re already logged in before the waiting room opens, click “Returning Registration” in the top menu bar after 7:30 AM PDT. Entry does not guarantee a session, and not all members will be selected.
The badge sale will begin at 9:00 AM PDT. At that time, everyone in the waiting room will be sorted into a randomized queue. If you’re moved into a registration session, you’ll be prompted to log in to your Member ID account. Your Member ID verifies eligibility. If it is not eligible for Returning Registration, you will not be able to access the badge sale.
Status Messages
Certified Browsers
The Queue-it waiting room and badge registration system have undergone testing across a range of web browsers. For optimal performance, please ensure that your browser is updated to the latest version before October 17.
The Queue-it waiting room and badge registration process have been tested in the latest versions of modern browsers. We cannot guarantee your results should you use a browser not listed below:
- Firefox: Latest Version
- Google Chrome: Latest Version
- Safari: Latest Version
- Microsoft Edge: Latest Version
Please note that if you choose to use a browser that is not included in the list above, we cannot guarantee the same level of performance and reliability.
Electronic Devices
We highly recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for badge registration. The registration system is not optimized for use on cell phones, iPads, or tablets, and Comic-Con cannot guarantee the expected behavior of the registration system when accessed via a mobile device.
JavaScript and Cookies
In the majority of contemporary web browsers, these features are typically enabled by default in your configuration. However, as a precaution, we strongly recommend verifying that they are indeed enabled.
Power-Saving Settings
To ensure your computer remains active during your stay in the waiting room or registration process, please adjust your computer’s settings to prevent the screen from entering sleep mode prematurely. In the event that you are unexpectedly removed from the waiting room due to your computer going idle, don’t worry. Return to the Member ID Portal using the same browser as you were before to be placed back into the same position in the queue.
connection risks: vpns and refreshing
Resist the urge to refresh your browser! The Queue-it waiting room is designed to automatically refresh every 30 seconds. Manually refreshing your browser while in the waiting room could lead to technical issues that are out of our control. We also advise against using a VPN or privacy relay. These tools can interfere with your connection and may prevent you from accessing the waiting room successfully.
Fair Play Reminder
Please do not attempt to cheat the system. Sharing waiting room information or URLs may lead to removal from the registration queue and cancellation of associated transactions. Dishonest practices, whether during registration or resale, can result in cancellation of ALL badges in the order, including yours.
Voluntary Information:
Update Birth Year
While not mandatory, sharing your birth year under “My Account Information” could help us enhance your Comic-Con experience. As a nonprofit organization, this valuable input often leads to grants, exciting panel guests, new opportunities, and an overall improved event tailored to our attendees.
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