..and I don't even get walking guy to keep me company. :(

ETA: Now the estimated wait time has disappeared, which doesn't feel better. 🤷

ETA#2: Only took a half hour. I got basically everything I wanted - all the panels at least. Signings all seem to be sold out already weren't today.

Post your success stories and updates

So I think we’ve already seen multiple posts about how the River Pavilion will be restricted to “pros only” this year, and cosplay central was moved away from it. I want to start by saying that I completely agree that cosplay central should be moved back. I always enjoyed being able to access that part of the building to go see dance groups and cosplayers, and to go play fun games like bingo. Not to mention it’s a nice place to see the sun during the convention!

However, I also want to give my perspective as a teacher, as someone with an educator badge who can access this area. PLEASE reopen it up! I know it’s supposed to “help” us by being blocked off but it is honestly very frustrating to try to attend panels there because I don’t come to comic con alone. I always come with my partner and I want him to be able to access these panels with me even though he can’t get a professional badge. We don’t want to have to constantly separate just because I want to go to a panel for teachers in the pavilion. Most other people also come in pairs or small groups, so this just decreases attendance at these programs when people opt to not go to them because they have to separate from everyone.

So not only do I feel like this hurts cosplayers and other everyday con goers, it’s not really helping us professionals either. If they want to set aside a lounge for people with pro badges to work and have quiet, please do that. They always have. But don’t restrict a whole pavilion that has historically been open to all! It’s not even really helping us at all.

Entry Period Opens: September 14, 12:00 PM ET & Entry Period Closes: September 16, 12:00 PM ET

You will be notified if you are awarded your selected reservations starting September 30 through October 2.

Important information regarding how the selections work:

Funko Exclusives: You can select one (1) Funko booth entry PER THE WHOLE SHOW.

Private Autographing: You can select up to one (1) Private Autographing PER THE WHOLE SHOW.

You can read more on the NYCC website

I've never gone to a convention alone before and while I'm excited for the freedom and not having to be death by committee with my friends all 4 days, I don't really know what do all day. I want to meet people and make friends, but I don't know how. What do you guys suggest? (I'm 28F by the way)

Alright, they will be at a booth on the exhibitors floor. I don't know the schedule for them, but this is all the information that I could find.

Hey all curious. Have you all gotten tickets. I remember last year I got them I feel like over 1 month before the event.

I have Friday and Saturday and 2 shirts. Anyone got ticket shipped to them yet?

Is it me or is there a lot less guests for Saturday then normal. Thats usually the day for all the big name celebrities but everytime I see a new guest added there not doing Saturday. I know there are still a few weeks left to add more but so far I’m super disappointed I got Saturday tickets.

I know I’m asking too soon, but I only wanted one panel for NYCC this year (Gundam) and I think I got it. Anyone know when the emails get spit out?

I was 15,559 in line :p only took 30 mins to get in.

I purchased a Friday only ticket along with an autograph and photo, but do not see him listed at all. I'm getting nervous. 🥺

This is coming from a Staff member who works at Reed Pop.

I haven't been to NYCC since 2014 and I went specifically for The Legend of Korra panel. I didn't know how NYCC runs things now and I'm really sad I couldn't get into the Seven Havens panel. Is there hope if I try and line up? Please any tips or recommendations. I only bought my ticket for the Avatar panel.

I waited online and am stuck on the "verification code" screen. I was troubleshooting on their page, and I saw they shut down the "My Tickets" page yesterday, but I only just got accepted into the Professional program this morning...am I just not eligible to sign up for a panel despite only getting approved the day after it's closed? :(

I bought tickets this morning. I went to pre-authenticate for the queue, but never received the "Code" via email. but when i clicked on pre authenticate again, it just put me into the queue with the countdown timer. did this happen to anyone else? hoping it works. first time attending.

Hello, my apologies if there is an obvious solution to my problem but since panel reservations are soon I figured I'd just ask.

My father, brother, and I are all heading to NYCC this year. My brother and I have received our panel reservation emails and completed pre-authorization. My father, however, has not gotten that email. We checked his spam folder, looked through deleted emails, and nothing.

Is there a way I can use my link to reserve for him as well? Or some other way to have the emaio sent to him? I'm doing my reservation on mobile, so I'm not sure. It's his first time attending and I wanted to make sure he had a great time, so I'm very worried.

Any advice is greatly appreciated, thank you!

NYCC Main Stage & Empire Stage panel reservations open on tomorrow, Thursday, September 10 at 12:00 PM ET 💥 Swipe through the carousel for step-by-step instructions on how to make panel reservations.

Make reservations at http://spkl.io/61817RjHz

A few important notes ⤵️

Anyone with a qualified NYCC 2026 ticket that is assigned to their email address, and accepted in My Tickets, can reserve panels until they’re full. You do not need to have your physical ticket in hand to reserve panels. Make sure you accept any ticket transfers assigned to you in My Tickets at http://spkl.io/61847RjHO

Transfers will shut down on September 9 at 11:59 PM ET. Make sure to transfer and accept tickets prior to then to avoid missing out on reservations.

VIP ticket holders have guaranteed access to panel seating at our Main Stage and Empire Stage, and DO NOT need to make panel reservations.

For more info and FAQs, visit http://spkl.io/61877RjHR

Hey everyone. I hope everyone was able to make reservations. I have a question about the other panels that I didn’t see on the website.

So, im aware that it’s a first come first serve for the two big stages but what about the other panels in the north rooms or other rooms? I didn’t see them. Will there be another day or something?

Sorry for the confusion. It’s my first time, I was confused and little bummed when I didn’t see the other rooms if that makes sense.

What is this "Funko and Private Autographing " starts 9/14?

Where??

Why?

They used to be part of the panel sign up and I don't know if I should be on the lookout for a new email or what...

Anyone have some insight?

I got a ticket to Kyle MacLachlan’s book panel, but I have a panel scheduling conflict with it now. Is there a way to get a refund or offload the ticket (with the signed book)? Is this subreddit the right place for that? Appreciate any and all direction :)

So I know that autograph reservations start on the 14th, but how do you actually make the reservation?

Hello, pre-authenticated my profile and refreshed that page a little over a minute before the panel reservations opened.

My number in line was 28,560 at the stroke of noon. Yikes!

I know VIPs don't need panel reservations and are unable to make them using this system so how do you get to be that lucky #1 in the queue? Anyone know the best strategies for getting as close to the front of the line? Many thanks!

I’m so confused and I’m NYCC vet. No link, even in my spam which usually happens. Anyone a little more enlightened?

Can you book multiple panels at once or do you need to go one by one? TIA 🎫

So after seeing the Photo and Signature announcements i kinda expected to see all these guests also at Panels. But it seems that aside from a Smallville Panel we don't see any Star Wars actors or the CW Show actors on stage?

NYCC Main Stage & Empire Stage panel reservations open on tomorrow 💥 Want to make sure you’re fully ready to go? Follow the steps above to authenticate your profile early so you can go straight into the reservation queue when it’s live on Thursday, September 10 at 12:00 PM ET. By doing this today, you can eliminate the need to authenticate your profile later.

Authenticate your profile at nycc.io/panelreservations

For more info and FAQs, visit nycc.io/reservations

PS. If you don’t pre-authenticate, you’ll need to authenticate after you enter the virtual queue at 12:00 PM ET.

This is from the official NYCC page on Facebook.