We get asked a lot — what do I need to pack for San Diego Comic-Con? We’ve previously compiled a list of “Uncommon Items” you might not think to bring to the convention, but we’re going to offer a more comprehensive list (though by no means complete) of what to pack — as well as how to make it fit. … Read More
Guide to Parking at San Diego Comic-Con 2016 [UPDATED]
[UPDATE June 13] Ace Parking’s sale opens today (Monday, June 13, at 9AM PT) to the general public. The parking sale is now live. Here’s a look at what’s currently available, at time of publication: [PREVIOUS] Parking is the last major pre-convention hurdle for attendees leading up to San Diego Comic-Con. Whether you’re a local resident or not staying at … Read More
SDCC 2016 Shuttle Map, Schedule Revealed
You’ve got a place to sleep at Comic-Con, but you still need a way to travel around the convention – and the easiest solution to that is the free Comic-Con International shuttle service – which CCI has just revealed some important information about this year’s service. The Comic Con shuttles will be running to 57 locations in downtown, Mission Valley, and hotels … Read More
What to Expect: SDCC Preparation for May 2016
It’s now May, and that means in 80 days, San Diego Comic-Con will be upon us. Are you prepared? Well, alright, no one is probably ever completely prepared, but your best option for ensuring you make the most of the behemoth that is Comic-Con is keeping up with the important information. But don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. Here’s what … Read More
Hotelpocalypse 2016: San Diego Comic-Con Hotel Size Guide
For better or for worse, what hotels you chose yesterday and what placement the Comic-Con Gods decided to randomly place you in are going to determine your fate this year. And come Friday when hotel confirmations will likely go out, thousands of attendees will be scratching their heads, wondering, “How did I end up at that hotel?” So, for fun, … Read More
San Diego Comic-Con Hotel Sales Simplified: Early Bird vs. General
Every year, we get a lot of questions about the difference been the Early Bird Hotel Sale and the General Hotel Sale, and which one is right for you. For that reason, we’ve attempted to break it down, and make it as simple as we can. First, the basics: Early Bird Hotel Sale Mission Valley and Airport hotels ONLY Prepayment … Read More
San Diego Comic-Con 2016 Open Registration Visual Guide
For many of you, February is going to be a great month. And for many more of you, it may not be so great. Why? Because Comic-Con International announced today that Open Registration for San Diego Comic-Con 2016 will take place next Saturday at February 20, at 9AM PT. That means that for better or worse, you’ll know soon whether … Read More
San Diego Comic-Con 2016 Online Open Registration Tips: Get Prepared Now
It’s a wait like no other. For many, San Diego Comic-Con Badge Sales anticipation fills our heads with each passing day, and many of us start waiting for word of Online Open Registration from the moment the previous year’s con closes. Now the wait is finally over. On Friday, February 12, 2016 we finally received the official announcement that SDCC … Read More
Preregistration 2016 Guide & Tips
Comic-Con International announced today that Preregistration for San Diego Comic-Con 2016 will take place this Saturday, November 14, at 9AM PT. Are you prepared? Just in case you’re not, we’ve put together a guide and tips on making sure you are ready for this weekend. You can also join us, whether you’re buying a badge or just wanting to see … Read More
Your Complete Guide to San Diego Comic-Con 2015
For those ready to ascend into the craziness that is San Diego Comic-Con, we have you covered. Everything you need to prepare yourselves can be found in the bullet points below. Download the Comic-Con International Quick Guide for over 50 pages of maps, exhibitors, restaurants and more information, all in one tidy PDF! We’ll be tweeting line queues and panel news … Read More