Comicpalooza in Houston returns this Friday to the George R. Brown Convention Center with three days of activities, special guests, shopping, entertainment, panels, and experiences for pop culture fans.
The festival will take place from Friday, May 22, to Sunday, May 24, during the Memorial Day weekend. According to the organizers, the event is one of the largest pop culture festivals in Texas and will bring together attendees interested in comics, film, television, video games, anime, cosplay, and collectibles.
The festival will occupy the George R. Brown Convention Center for three days
The 2026 edition of Comicpalooza will take place at the George R. Brown Convention Center, located in downtown Houston. The event will open with activities from Friday afternoon and will continue through Saturday and Sunday.
The program includes special attractions, shopping areas, entertainment, live podcasts, panels, and spaces for photography and autographs. There will also be activities for different kinds of fans, from collectors and anime enthusiasts to families attending for the first time.
Comicpalooza usually attracts people in costumes, groups of friends, families and visitors who arrive downtown to roam the exhibition floor, purchase items from popular franchises, or attend presentations with guests.
The organizers recommend checking the official schedule before arriving, since panel, appearance, and activity times may vary by day, ticket type, and the availability of each guest.
Actors, video game voices and figures from popular franchises will be at the 2026 edition
Among the guests announced for this year are Laurence Fishburne, known for his role in The Matrix; Steve Downes, the voice actor associated with the Halo franchise; and Charlie Cox, star of Daredevil.
The list also includes talents linked to Rick and Morty, Blue’s Clues, Blade Runner, and Dragon Ball Z, in addition to other film, television, animation, and video game franchises.
Some appearances take place over the entire weekend, while others are scheduled for specific days. Tickets for photographs and autographs are sold separately, according to the organizers.
The festival also features guests from the world of comics, voice actors, celebrities, creators, and participants from various areas of pop culture. The event’s official app includes schedules, guest profiles, activities, attractions, and real-time notifications for attendees.
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Comicpalooza 2026 daily schedules
On Friday, May 22, the box office will be open from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The exhibition floor will operate from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., while the general programming will run from 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
On Saturday, May 23, the box office will open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The exhibition floor will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the schedule will extend from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
On Sunday, May 24, the box office will operate from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The exhibition floor will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and the schedule will also conclude at 5:00 p.m.
VIP passes allow entry to the exhibition floor 30 minutes before the general opening, according to information published by Comicpalooza.
Tickets available for adults, children and VIP passes
Tickets for Comicpalooza are still available online. Prices vary depending on the type of pass, the day of attendance, and the additional experiences the visitor wishes to purchase.
According to event information, tickets range from $67.99 per person for a Friday adult pass to $342.49 per VIP ticket. Weekend passes for children ages 6 to 12 cost $12.49 per child, while children 5 years old or younger can enter free.
Tickets for photographs and autographs are sold separately. People interested in meeting a specific guest should check whether that appearance requires an additional ticket, a reserved time, or advance purchase.
For those attending as a group or with children, the final cost may vary depending on parking, meals, merchandise, photographs, autographs, and additional activities within the event.
Parking and getting to downtown Houston
Attendees can use nearby parking lots around the George R. Brown Convention Center or metered spaces on downtown Houston streets. There is also the option to reserve parking through SpotHero, according to information shared for the event.
The George R. Brown is located in an area of high activity during weekends and major events. Traffic can increase near the convention center, Discovery Green, and surrounding streets, especially during the hours when the exhibition floor opens and closes.
Those planning to attend can check in advance the arrival time, parking location, entry rules, and allowed items. The event also provides information for first-time attendees, ADA accessibility, security, and early badge pickup on its official site.
Comicpalooza 2026 will take place from Friday, May 22, to Sunday, May 24 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, featuring pop culture activities, special guests, shopping, panels, photographs, and autographs throughout the holiday weekend.
