DC has unveiled its full plans for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, and the publisher is bringing one of its biggest convention presences yet. From major publishing panels and creator signings to exclusive comics, merchandise, and immersive fan experiences, DC’s programming celebrates the Silver Age while building excitement for the company’s upcoming 100th anniversary.
This year’s expanded DC Booth (#4544) embraces the 1950s, highlighting one of the publisher’s most influential decades. Fans can visit a Daily Planet-inspired newsstand, pick up a free MAD Magazine #1 facsimile complete with vintage advertisements, and explore exhibits celebrating landmark books like Showcase #4, Action Comics #241, Action Comics #252, and Showcase #22, all of which helped define the Silver Age of comics.
Big publishing panels
Comic fans will have plenty to circle on their schedules.
On Thursday, Jim Lee returns for his fan-favorite “Jim Lee & Friends” panel, promising surprise guests and announcements.
11:30AM – 12:30PM. DC’s JIM LEE & FRIENDS
Jim Lee (DC President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer) is on hand to bring out a few of his friends for discussions and reveals that will have everyone talking long after the Con is over! You won’t want to miss this. Moderated by Jim Lee. Room: 6DE
3:30PM – 4:30PM. “Batman: Caped Crusader” Season Two Advanced Screening and Q&A with Cast and Crew (Warner Bros. Animation)
Return to Gotham City for the world-premiere screening of the first episode of Batman: Caped Crusader Season Two, followed by a Q&A with members of the voice cast and creative minds behind the hit animated noir series coming to Prime Video on July 31st . Be sure to stay for the full panel—you never know who has the last laugh. Batman: Caped Crusader hails from Warner Bros. Animation, DC Studios, J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions, and Matt Reeves’ 6th & Idaho. Along with Abrams, Reeves, and Bruce Timm, Batman: Caped Crusader executive producers include James Tucker, Geoffrey Thorne, Sarah Geismer, Rachel Rusch Rich, and Sam Register. Room: 6BCF
Friday’s Gotham City panel teases a “major reveal” alongside updates from creators including Scott Snyder, Matt Fraction, G. Willow Wilson, Tom Taylor, Tate Brombal, and Christopher Cantwell.
11:15AM – 12:15PM. DC’s GOTHAM CITY (DC Comics)
Step into the shadows of Gotham City with top DC creators as they dig into the heroes, villains, and the bad seeds shaping the city’s future. Plus, get an early look at what’s coming this fall…including a major reveal fans won’t want to miss. Panelists include G. Willow Wilson (Poison Ivy), Matt Fraction (Batman), Tom Taylor (Detective Comics), Tate Brombal (Batgirl), Christopher Cantwell (Batman: Bad Seeds – Gotham Central), Scott Snyder (Absolute Batman), and more. Moderated by DC Group Editor Rob Levin. Room: 6DE
The DC Next Level panel will feature Joshua Williamson, Hayden Sherman, Kyle Higgins, Michael Walsh, Gerry Duggan, and more, with announcements and previews tied to DC’s growing publishing initiative.
12:30PM – 1:30PM. DC’s NEXT LEVEL (DC Comics)
Go deeper into DC’s Next Level publishing initiative with the storytellers bringing it to life. Expect announcements, fresh looks, new details, and exciting teases from across the DC Universe. Panelists include Joshua Williamson (Legion of Super-Heroes), Hayden Sherman (Legion of Super-Heroes), Kyle Higgins (Teen Titans), Michael Walsh, Gerry Duggan (Next Level: One Shot), and more. Moderated by DC Senior Editor Brittany Holzherr and DC Senior Editor Andrew Marino. Room: 6DE
2:00PM – 2:45PM. “My Adventures with Superman” Season 3 (Warner Bros. Animation)
Suit up for the next chapter of “My Adventures with Superman” as the cast and creative team take the Comic‑Con stage to talk Season 3 of Adult Swim’s acclaimed animated series from Warner Bros. Animation and DC Studios. From Clark and Lois’ evolving partnership to higher stakes in Metropolis and beyond, the panel will explore how the show continues to reimagine the world’s most iconic hero with heart, humor, and action—plus behind‑the‑scenes insights and special surprises for fans. Panelists include showrunners Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher, writer Karen Graci and voice cast Jack Quaid, Alice Lee, Ishmel Sahid,Kiana Madeira. Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Saturday’s Absolute Universe panel brings together Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Hayden Sherman, Jeff Lemire, Che Grayson, Pornsak Pichetshote, Rafael Albuquerque, and additional creators to discuss what’s next for DC’s bestselling alternate universe line.
10:00AM – 11:00AM. “Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall” Special Presentation & Q&A (Warner Bros. Animation)
When the mysterious behemoth known only as Bane frees Batman’s entire Rogue’s Gallery from Arkham Asylum, the Caped Crusader is pushed to his mental and physical breaking point. Join Rick Morales (supervising producer), Jim Krieg (producer), Michael Mando (voice of “Bane”), and other members of the creative team for an inside look into the multi-part animated event from Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment bringing to life one of the most iconic and beloved sagas in the rich history of Batman comics. Based on characters from DC and the DC comic book event, Batman: Knightfall by Doug Moench, Chuck Dixon, Alan Grant, Dennis O’Neil, Peter David, Jo Duffy, Jim Aparo, Graham Nolan, Norm Breyfogle, and Jim Balent. Room: 6A
The Metropolis and Beyond panel will also spotlight Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, and the next phase of DC’s All In initiative.
11:15AM – 12:15PM. DC’s METROPOLIS AND BEYOND (DC Comics)
DC’s top creators gather for a conversation about Superman, the next phase of DC’s All In comics, and what’s on the horizon for the heroes who soar far beyond Metropolis. Panelists include Joshua Williamson (Superman), Mark Waid (Action Comics, Justice League Unlimited), Tom King (Wonder Woman), Stephanie Williams (Wonder War: The Matriarch, Warriors and a Wee Wonder), Jeremy Adams (Green Lantern, Emperor Aquaman), Morgan Hampton (Green Lantern Corps), Nicole Maines (Justice League: Dream Girls), and more. Moderated by DC Group Editor Paul Kaminski. Room: 6DE
12:30PM – 1:30PM. DC’s ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE (DC Comics)
Celebrate the phenomenon of DC’s Absolute line with the award‑winning writers and artists behind these fan-favorite comics. Hear how these stories are crafted and catch the first hints of the justice closing in on Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, and the rest of the Absolute cast. Panelists include Scott Snyder (Absolute Batman), Nick Dragotta (Absolute Batman), Hayden Sherman (Absolute Wonder Woman), Jeff Lemire (Absolute Flash), Che Grayson (Absolute Catwoman), Pornsak Pichetshote(Absolute Green Arrow), Rafael Albuquerque (Absolute Green Arrow), and more. Moderated by DC Group Editor Katie Kubert and Senior Editor Andrew Marino. Room: 6DE
Convention exclusives
DC is also bringing an impressive lineup of convention-exclusive comics and merchandise.
Attendees will find foil editions of titles including Absolute Batman #1, Absolute Wonder Woman #1, Absolute Superman #1, Absolute Catwoman #1, Absolute Green Arrow #1, Batman #1, Lobo #1, DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion #1, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns #1, and more. New convention-exclusive collected editions, including Absolute Batman Vol. 1, Absolute Wonder Woman Vol. 1, Absolute Superman Vol. 1, and DC K.O., will also debut at the show.
The DC Shop will expand its lineup with Silver Age-inspired apparel, Lanterns merchandise, Clayface items, and new Absolute Universe collections.
Creator signings and experiences
The booth will host signings throughout the convention with Jim Lee, Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Che Grayson, Mark Waid, Matt Fraction, Joshua Williamson, G. Willow Wilson, Rafael Grampá, Pornsak Pichetshote, Rafael Albuquerque, Nicole Maines, Kyle Higgins, and many more. Some sessions will require wristbands.
Fans can also:
- Play LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and receive giveaways while supplies last.
- Visit the Superman Experience with Fortress of Solitude photo opportunities and an exclusive Superman Experience #1 comic.
- Purchase eBay-exclusive connecting variants of Absolute Batman #22 and Absolute Catwoman #2 featuring artwork by Bill Sienkiewicz.
- Meet DC’s sponsored litter of future service dogs, including Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Kara Zor-El, Krypto, and Lobo.
- Participate in a Silver Age cosplay meetup.
- Explore Unlock DC, a new mobile experience that rewards fans for visiting DC activations throughout San Diego.
With multiple publishing panels, convention exclusives, creator appearances, and hints of major announcements across the weekend, DC appears poised to make San Diego Comic-Con 2026 one of its biggest convention showcases in recent years.
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