Colorado Springs Comic Con takes over The Broadmoor World Arena from Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23, 2026, bringing three full days of pop culture, celebrity guests, and collectibles to the Pikes Peak region. While it is best known for its celebrity autograph and photo-op lineup, this convention has become a legitimate destination for trading card collectors too, with vendor hall dealers carrying sports cards, Pokemon and other TCG singles, graded slabs, comics, and memorabilia alongside the cosplay and fandom programming.
The vendor floor is where collectors will want to spend their time. Expect dealers selling comic books from Golden Age keys to modern variants, trading cards spanning Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and sports cards across every major league, plus Funko Pops, anime merchandise, original artwork in artist alley, toys, and signed memorabilia. Conventions like this one are often underrated hunting grounds for card collectors, because dealers who primarily sell comics or toys sometimes price their card inventory to move. The celebrity guest lineup also creates one-of-a-kind collecting opportunities — getting a trading card or 8x10 signed in person, with a witness authentication option, is a highlight for many attendees.
Hours run Friday from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Ticketing is handled through AXS and the official show site, with single-day tickets for Friday, Saturday, or Sunday as well as a discounted 3-day pass for the full weekend. VIP packages include one-hour early entry each day, a perk that serious collectors should weigh seriously since the first hour on the vendor floor is when the best cards and comics get claimed. Kids' pricing is available, and children under a certain age typically get in free with a paying adult — check the official site for current age cutoffs and pricing tiers before you buy.
The Broadmoor World Arena sits at 3185 Venetucci Boulevard on the south side of Colorado Springs, just off I-25, with a large on-site parking lot; expect a parking fee and heavier traffic around the Saturday midday peak. The arena is a modern, fully air-conditioned venue with concessions throughout the concourse.
This event suits a wide audience: families looking for a full weekend of entertainment, casual fans who want photos with celebrity guests, cosplayers, comic readers, and card collectors who want to hunt a different vendor mix than the usual card show circuit. First-timers will find it far more approachable than the mega-conventions in Denver, with shorter lines and a friendlier pace.
To get the best experience, buy tickets in advance online since prices are typically higher at the door, arrive for opening on Saturday or go Friday evening when the floor is quietest, and bring cash as a negotiating tool with vendors. Wear comfortable shoes, and if autographs are your priority, check the guest schedule as soon as it is finalized because signing lines cap out. Full details, guest announcements, and tickets are at cscomiccon.com, with updates on the show's Facebook page.