Comic Books at the Comic Book Show

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

There are two super fun-filled events each year, with one in the spring and one in the fall. Both are terrific events for everyone to enjoy, from ages 5 to 105. The 2026 show takes place on March 14th and 15th.

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

Vancouver Comic and Toy Show

The Vancouver Comic and Toy Show features collectable toys, Pokémon cards and memorabilia, comic books, and almost all other elements of pop culture inside the 45,000-square-foot historic PNE Forum. It’s one of the largest events of its kind in Western Canada.

If you like all things pop culture, including comics, toys, TCGs, LEGO, video games, anime, fan art, cosplay, movie memorabilia, horror collectables, 3D printed figures, records, sports cards, Hot Wheels, Funko Pops, and so much more, you’ll be in heaven at this event.

When and Where is the Show?

In 2026, the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show takes place on Saturday, March 14th, and Sunday, March 15th, 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.

The last event took place on the Saturday and Sunday of October 25th and 26th in 2025. The event typically happens twice per year.

Spiderman at Vancouver Comic Show

How Much Does it Cost?

Admission to the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show for ages 13 and above costs about $26 for Saturday, $18 for Sunday, and $30 for a two-day passin 2026. Children ages 12 and under enter for free, which makes it a great family event.

What to Expect at the Show

The Vancouver Comic and Toy Show is a great event. At the show, you’ll see 400 large eight-foot tables with vendors buying, selling and trading all things pop culture, including 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 at any vendor at the event. In addition to all the items for sale, professional comic artists and film industry talent are signing autographs, and CGC Grading is accepting submissions, while Heritage Auctions is accepting consignments.

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

Professional Guests at the Show

This year’s first Vancouver Comic & Toy Show features a special lineup of industry guests from across the comic, film, and collectables world. There are legendary creators and storyboard artists, as well as grading experts and fan-favourite cosplay groups.

At the March 2026 show, Jeremy Simser, a storyboard artist on famous titles including Deadpool and Stranger Things, is making an appearance. Other special guests include Richard Comely, co-creator of Captain Canuck, and Ryan Heshka, who creates bold comic art. James Lloyd, who is famous for his long run creating Futurama Comics, will also be at the show. Fans can connect with all the above, plus the 501st Legion Star Wars Cosplay Group.

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, so you can compare the prices 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 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 be worth waiting if you are looking for a specific item.