Comic Books at the Comic Book Show

The Vancouver Comic and Toy Show is a trade show. It features collectible toys, superhero memorabilia, comic books and other elements of pop culture.

In 2025 there are two events. The first was on the weekend of April 5th and 6th. The second event happens in late October. They are terrific events (especially if you like comics, superheroes and pop culture merchandise).

Click Vancouver Comic and Toy Show for the event’s official website. See the Ticketleader.ca website for tickets. Information about the event can also be found on the Vancouver Comic Show Facebook page.

This article contains the following about the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show:

Vancouver Comic and Toy Show

The Vancouver Comic and Toy Show is one of the largest events of its kind in Western Canada. If you like comic books, especially vintage ones, you’ll be in heaven at this event. You’ll also want to be there if you like superheroes, cosplay, Star Wars, comic art, and collectible toys.

When and Where is the Show?

The Vancouver Comic and Toy Show takes place on a Saturday and Sunday at the PNE Forum. It runs from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm both days. The venue’s address is 2901 East Hastings Street.

In the spring of 2025 the event happened on April 5th and 6th. The event happens again on October 25th and 26th.

How Much Does it Cost?

Admission to the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show for ages 13 and above costs about $23 for the Saturday, $15 for the Sunday and $26 for a two-day pass. Children ages 12 and under enter for free.

Click Vancouver Comic & Toy Show for the event’s official website or visit Ticketleader.ca for tickets.

What to Expect at the Show

The Vancouver Comic and Toy Show is a great event. At the show you’ll see as many as 400 tables with vendors selling vintage comic books, superhero posters and action figurines. Also for sale are hot wheels cars, trading cards, plush toys, Funko pop figures and many more items.

Visitors can enjoy food trucks on site with ATM machines inside the venue. Throughout the weekend, multiple door prizes are handed out, including $25 and $50 Comic & Toy Show gift cards that can be used anywhere at the event. Ages Three and Up Toy Store also matches those prize bucks dollar-for-dollar giving winners even more to spend on merchandise.

At the event lucky guests are sometimes chosen at random to win a gift card that can be used at any table in the convention.

In addition to all the items that are for sale, at the show there are comic and superhero artists to sign autographs.

The event is always packed with action, offering shopping, special guests and family-friendly fun for fans of all ages.

Vancouver Comic & Toy Show — 501 Legion at the PNE

Event Video

Check out the video below for an idea of what to expect at the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show. The video shows scenes from the event a couple of years ago.

Comic Show Guest Artists

Special guests at the April 2025 events included Richard Comely, Peejay Catacutan, Chris Britton, John Gallagher, Melanie Kohn, Steven Scott, Marcelo Matere, Ron Lamarre, James Lloyd, CGC Collectibles Grading + JSA Signature Authentication, and more.

Visit canadiancomics.net for full details about the event or click Comic Show Tickets for tickets when these become available.

John Gallagher at Vancouver Comic Show — Artist John Gallagher

Tips & Advice

Below are some suggestions to help you make the most of your experience at the trade show.

TIP #1: Walk around the show and make a note of all the potential items you have an interest in purchasing before buying any. Some may be available from more than one vendor and then you can compare the prices between the two and buy the less expensive one.

TIP #2: If you see something you really want, especially if it’s rare, recognize that if you don’t buy it right away, it might be gone by the time you get back!

TIP #3: Don’t be afraid to barter. If you can find the person in charge of the table they will often negotiate the price, especially if you are buying more than one item from them. That’s not always the case, but it sometimes it works (especially on the second day).

TIP #4: If you want some of the rarer items, make sure you get there a bit before 11:00 am. There is usually a long line-up to get in for the first hour of the show, but it can worth waiting if you are looking for a specific item.

Click Vancouver Comic & Toy Show for the event’s official website.

Popartbyks Comic Poster Display — Popartbyks’ Vendor Display

Other Information

Click the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show‘s website for more information about the event. Visit the Ticketleader.ca website for tickets when these become available.

Check out the Instagram and Facebook accounts to follow the event on social media.

Other Lower Mainland events you might find interesting include the following:

Check out our Festivals & Events Calendar for a list of other events at other times of the year.