DC AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL: SAN DIEGO

VISIT DC AT BOOTH #4544

In 2026, DC continues its annual decade‑by‑decade celebration of its publishing legacy by spotlighting the 1950s. Following last year's celebration of DC's earliest publishing era, the 2026 DC Booth turns its attention to an era of reinvention, experimentation, and imagination that helped shape the future of DC Comics. As DC marches toward its 100th anniversary, this year’s booth honors a transformative decade that introduced bold new heroes, groundbreaking ideas, and creative storytelling that continues to inspire generations of fans.

SDCC PANELS AND SIGNINGS

DC’s engaging panels and screenings will offer exclusive insights into the world of comics, animation, live action, and more, giving fans a glimpse into the future of their favorite DC Super Heroes. Renowned writers, artists, and industry experts will take the stage to discuss upcoming projects, share behind‑the‑scenes stories, and answer fan questions.

THURSDAY

DC ALL IN: WHAT’S NEXT

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 31^st . 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

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

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

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

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

 

 

Meet and greet the exceptional talent behind DC’s comics, animation, films, and more all weekend long. SDCC attendees will have the opportunity to get their comics signed and connect with the writers, artists, voice actors, and directors who bring DC’s iconic characters to life. From seasoned veterans to rising stars, DC’s talent signings offer an exclusive chance to meet the creative minds shaping the future of the DC Universe.

THURSDAY

12:00pm – 12:30pm - Stuart Fails to Save the Universe Cast & Creators** (Kevin Sussman, Lauren Lapkus, John Ross Bowie, Brian Posehn, Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, Bill Prady)

1:30pm - 2:30pm - DCUI + DC Official Discord Member Giveaway

5:00pm - 6:00pm - DC Universe All-Stars Talent** (Stephanie Williams, Belen Ortega, Javi Fernandez, Jeremy Adams, Nicole Maines, Gavin Guidry, Tom Taylor)

** Wristbanded Event

 

FRIDAY

10:00am – 11:00am - Rafael Grampa**

11:00am - 12:00pm - AEW Wrestlers** (Orange Cassidy, Swerve Strickland)

12:00pm - 1:00pm - Bill Sienkiewicz

1:00pm - 2:00pm - DCUI + DC Official Discord Member Giveaway

2:00pm - 3:00pm - Gotham City Panel Talent** (Matt Fraction, Scott Snyder, Tate Brombal, Christopher Cantwell, Tom Taylor)

3:00pm - 4:00pm - Next Level Panel Talent** (Joshua Williamson, Hayden Sherman, Kyle Higgins, Gerry Duggan, Cody Ziglar)

4:00pm - 5:00pm - Batman Writers** (Scott Snyder, Matt Fraction)

** Wristbanded Event

 

 

SATURDAY

10:00am – 11:00am - HUSH Team** (Jim Lee, Jeph Loeb, Alex Sinclair, Scott Williams)

12:00pm - 1:00pm - Frank Cho (DC Universe Infinite SDCC-exclusive variant artist)

1:00pm - 2:00pm - DCUI + DC Official Discord Member Giveaway

2:00pm - 3:00pm - Metropolis Panel Talent** (Mark Waid, Joshua Williamson, Jeremy Adams, Morgan Hampton, Nicole Maines, Sanford Greene)

3:00pm - 4:00pm - Absolute Panel Talent** (Pornsak Pichetshote, Jeff Lemire, Che Grayson, Nick Dragotta, Scott Snyder, Hayden Sherman)

4:00pm - 6:00pm - Meet the DC litter from Guide Dogs of America (Clark, Lois, Krypto, Kara and Lobo)

​​​​​​​** Wristbanded Event

 

 

SUNDAY

10:00am – 11:00am - Chrissie Zullo

11:00am - 12:30pm - Meet the DC litter from Guide Dogs of America (Clark, Lois, Krypto, Kara and Lobo)

1:00pm - 2:00pm - DCUI + DC Official Discord Member Giveaway

2:00pm - 3:00pm - Nick Dragotta for Shoe Palace

3:00pm - 4:00pm - Brandon Snider, Yancey Labat

 

Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines

Fans will have multiple opportunities to meet DC’s sponsored litter of future service dogs, Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Kara Zor‑El, Krypto, and Lobo, as Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines returns to the DC Booth for a special two‑day appearance. DC’s collaboration with GDA | TLC continues to grow, and 2026 marks the first time the full DC‑named litter will appear at SDCC.

• Saturday, 4:00pm–6:00pm Meet the full litter, learn about their training, and interact with these four‑legged heroes‑in‑training. 
• Sunday, 10:00am–11:00am Join artist Chrissie Zullo for a signing of Krypto: Home Sweet Krypto and enjoy an additional meet‑and‑greet with the litter and other service dogs in training.

Fans can enjoy live demonstrations, interact with these future service companions, and discover how expert trainers and puppy raisers help transform these dogs into life‑changing partners who bring independence, confidence, and connection to those who need it most.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

The DC Booth will include stations to play LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the recently released action-adventure videogame taking fans on Bruce Wayne's epic journey to become the hero of Gotham City, from origin to legend. Giveaway items will be available on-site for attendees who play the game (*while supplies last).

Developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is available now for PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC (Steam & Epic Games Store). The Nintendo Switch 2 version will launch on Sept. 18, 2026, and can be pre-ordered now. Additionally, the upcoming Mayhem Collection downloadable content (DLC), featuring an all-new Story Mission and Mayhem Mode with The Joker and Harley Quinn as playable characters, will release on the same day, Sept. 18, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC (Steam & Epic Game Store) Deluxe Edition owners.

 

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

As an extension of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood new Superman experience on the iconic Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank, fans are invited to step into the Superman Experience at the DC Booth. Guests can pose for photos with Superman and Krypto in front of an immersive Fortress of Solitude–inspired backdrop and receive a special edition of Superman Experience #1 custom comic book, written by Josh Trujillo with art by Bruno Abdias and a cover by Bernard Chang. This limited-edition comic is available exclusively to Comic-Con attendees, making it a must-have souvenir for Superman fans.

 

DC Community

From 2:00pm–3:00pm on Thursday and 1:00pm–2:00pm Friday through Sunday, the DC Community team will be on-site to meet fans. In celebration of the DC Official Discord Server’s one‑year anniversary, the team will host a free poster giveaway in the DC Booth. Fans who show proof of Discord membership will receive an SDCC-exclusive poster of Scottie Young’s Lobo #1 variant cover, DC GO! pins, and a Jon Kent press badge from Jon Kent: This Internship is My Kryptonite, while supplies last.

 

DC UNIVERSE INFINITE

DC's digital comic subscription service will be offering a convention exclusive bundle for fans who want to dive into the service's 35,000+ comics and graphic novels. The bundle includes one year of DCUI ULTRA tier, an Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 member exclusive glow-in-the-dark variant by Frank Cho, and a member exclusive Absolute Martian Manhunter pin set, all for just $100 (a $200 value).

Beyond the expanded DC Booth, DC’s presence at SDCC 2026 underscores the publisher’s commitment to delivering immersive storytelling experiences across comics, film, television, games, collectibles, and more. As DC continues to expand its universe and engage fans around the world, SDCC offers the perfect stage to spotlight the next chapter in its extraordinary legacy.

UNLOCK DC

From July 22-26, DC is giving everyone a new way to experience San Diego with Unlock DC, a web-based mobile hub that celebrates fandom and connects participants to DC activations across the convention and the city. By signing up, all fans gain access to an interactive map featuring key DC destinations, exclusive discounts, photo opportunities, panel schedules, and more, while scanning QR codes at DC checkpoints to earn stars and unlock reward tiers. Rewards can be redeemed at the DC Reward Truck—a fully branded mobile hub appearing at a surprise location revealed only to registered participants—where limited items including bags, bandanas, and more will be available Thursday and Friday while supplies last. Anyone can sign up to explore the city, celebrate their fandom, unlock exclusive rewards, and stay connected to everything DC has planned during the convention. 

Sign up now at UnlockDC.com!