COMIC-CON 2025 TOUCAN TIP OF THE DAY
Toucan Tip #3: What To Do When You Arrive
Just arrived at Comic-Con® 2025? Here’s where to go whether your badge is already in hand or still needs to be picked up.
BADGE PICK-UP KICKS OFF ON TUESDAY, JULY 22, AT THE SAN DIEGO CONVENTION CENTER VIA LOBBY C2!
🎟️ I Need to Pick Up My Badge
If you didn’t receive your badge in the mail and need to pick it up on-site, here’s how to get started:
- Go to the C2 Glass Doors
This is the official entrance for attendees picking up their badges. From there, you’ll be directed to the appropriate line.
Early Morning Lines: The line to get into the C2 doors will start right outside the corner of Lobby A. See picture for reference. - Bring Your Badge Confirmation
You’ll need your confirmation that contains a barcode to pick up your badge. We recommend bringing a printed copy for quick access, but displaying it on your phone is also acceptable, just be sure to bookmark the email in advance. - Bring a Valid Photo ID
We accept various forms of photo identification, including government-issued IDs and school IDs, as long as the ID includes both your name and a clear photo. If you do not have a valid photo ID, you will be directed to Badge Solutions for further assistance.
More details below! Once you’ve picked up your badge, you can proceed inside the convention center and start your Comic-Con adventure!
✅ I Already Have My Badge
If you received your badge in the mail prior to Comic-Con, here’s what to do first:
- Morning Line-Up and Entry
Once you’ve arrived on-site, please head to the Plaza Park area (near Hall H line). This is the designated waiting area for those who already have their badge. After the line is brought into the building, you’ll be directed to enter through the Lobby G or E glass doors.
(Follow instructions from line management.) - Pick Up Your Bag, Book, and Lanyard (BBL)
Head to the Sails Pavilion inside the San Diego Convention Center to pick up your commemorative pin, show bag, Events Quick Guide, and lanyard. You can grab your BBL at any time during regular show hours. The timing is entirely up to you! Whether you’d like to start your Comic-Con adventure with it or swing by later in the day (or even on the last day), the choice is yours. - Explore the Exhibit Hall, head to the programming rooms, grab some food, or even check out the Mezzanine. Your options are endless!
ADA Services
If you require ADA services or an ADA sticker for your badge, here’s what to do:
Tuesday Badge Pick-Up
ADA stickers and accommodations are available at Lobby A.
Early Mornings Before Lobby Opens
On the sidewalk outside Lobby A, the line to the left of the A doors is for Deaf and Disabled Services. ADA stickers will be distributed here prior to doors opening.
After Lobby Opens
All ADA services, including stickers, scooters, and additional assistance, are available inside Lobby A starting at noon on Wednesday, and 8:30 AM Thursday through Sunday.
Child Badges
Children (ages 12 and under) are free with a registered adult.
Children must be present to be registered for a badge and you will be required to provide emergency contact information for any child registrant. Children are not registered in advance and they do not need to create a Comic-Con Member ID to receive a badge.
You may register up to two (2) children per paid adult attendee for a complimentary badge at your designated badge pick-up area, the Badge Solutions Desk, or any of the Lobby RFID Help Desks, during the times listed above.
PRE-SHOW PICK-UP
From early pick-up to next day pick-up, keep reading for all the details!
All badge types will be available for pick-up during open hours on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at the San Diego Convention Center. Get a head start on your convention experience and pick up your badge early! Tuesday hours are for badge pick-up only. There is no programming on Tuesday, and the Exhibit Hall is closed.
If you’d like to pick up your badge on Tuesday, please be careful as the front walkway and drive will have a high volume of set-up traffic.
ON-SITE BADGE PICK-UP GUIDE
IF I have this badge type, WHEN can I first pick it up?
Look below.
| Badge Type | TUESDAY July 22 | WEDNESDAY July 23 | THURSDAY July 24 | FRIDAY July 25 | SATURDAY July 26 | SUNDAY July 27 |
| 4-Day with Preview Night | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| 4-Day No Preview Night | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Thursday | ✅ | ✅ After 3 PM | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Friday | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ After 3 PM | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Saturday | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ After 3 PM | ✅ | ❌ |
| Sunday | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ After 3 PM | ✅ |
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