NOLA Comic Con 2026 returns to the Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center in Kenner, Louisiana, on August 8-9, 2026, for the ninth consecutive year of this beloved family-friendly convention. Produced by PepperScars MC Conventions, NOLA Comic Con has grown from a small local gathering into one of the New Orleans area's most anticipated annual events for fans of comic books, trading cards, toys, collectibles, cosplay, and pop culture. The show draws amazing comic book dealers, toy and TCG vendors, talented artists, and special guests from across the region and beyond.
The vendor floor is a treasure trove for collectors of all kinds. Comic book dealers bring long boxes filled with back issues, key books, graded CGC and CBCS slabs, variant covers, and indie titles you will not find at your local shop. Trading card vendors carry extensive inventories of Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana, and Dragon Ball Z singles, sealed booster boxes, and accessories like sleeves, binders, and playmats. Sports card dealers bring MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL cards including modern releases, vintage classics, and graded slabs from PSA and BGS. You will also find Funko Pops, action figures, original artwork, prints, handmade crafts, and cosplay accessories at dozens of additional vendor tables.
Show hours are Saturday, August 8 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday, August 9 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Early bird ticket holders get access to the floor 30 minutes early at 9:30 AM both days, giving you a valuable head start on the best inventory before general admission opens at 10:00 AM. General admission tickets are available at the door, and early bird tickets can be purchased online through the PepperScars MC Conventions website. Pricing is family-friendly, and kids under a certain age are admitted free with a paying adult.
One of the highlights of NOLA Comic Con is the cash prize cosplay contest held both days of the show. Cosplayers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate, and the competition draws impressive costumes inspired by anime, comics, video games, movies, and more. Judging categories typically include best overall, best craftsmanship, and crowd favorite, with cash prizes awarded to the winners. Even if you are not competing, the cosplay watching alone is worth the price of admission.
The Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center is located on Williams Boulevard in Kenner, just minutes from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and easily accessible from Interstate 10. Free parking is available in the venue's on-site lot. The surrounding Kenner area offers numerous dining options for lunch breaks, and the convention's compact layout means you can comfortably browse the entire floor in a few hours while still having time to enjoy panels, meet guests, and watch the cosplay contest.
NOLA Comic Con is ideal for families, first-time convention goers, comic book fans, TCG collectors, cosplay enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys the energy of a vibrant fan community. For the best experience, arrive early for first picks at vendor tables, bring cash and a list of cards or comics you are hunting, and plan to attend the cosplay contest for entertainment between shopping sessions. Visit mcconventions.com for tickets, guest announcements, and vendor information.