A massive East Coast fan convention with strong family zones and major entertainment and product ecosystems.
📍 Location: Javits Center, New York, NY
📅 Dates: October 8–11, 2026
🌎 Focus: Pop culture, fandom, licensed goods, community experiences
🔗 Website: https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com
NYCC is valuable for understanding what kids and teens are excited about across entertainment, games, and creators, and how that turns into merchandise and experiences. It’s also a strong place to watch youth-oriented community engagement tactics at scale.
