L.A. Comic Con Halloween Saturday 2026 Guide

L.A. Comic Con hits its 15th anniversary this year, and the Saturday of the run happens to be Halloween. That makes October 31 the day to pick if you want costumes, pop culture and a holiday atmosphere under one roof at the Los Angeles Convention Center. It is an easy pick for anyone building a list of LA events this weekend.

When: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

What to expect

The full show runs October 30 through November 1 and bills itself as the city's biggest gathering for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture. Organizers expect more than 1,000 artists, vendors and exhibitors across the weekend, plus more than 200 panels and programming moments.

The anniversary lineup is heavy on cast reunions. Nicolas Cage headlines the guest list. The Main Stage brings Aaron Paul, Bob Odenkirk, Giancarlo Esposito and Dean Norris together for a Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul reunion. Organizers say it is Odenkirk's first convention appearance and Paul's first at a U.S. convention. Other billed casts include Ahsoka, Futurama, The Office and Outlander, along with Hayden Christensen and Christopher Lloyd.

Anime fans get a larger Akiba Station in the West Hall, a 50,000-square-foot space with voice talent, live painting and programming. There is also an expanded Gaming Hall, and Halloween festivities are planned across all three days. Costumes are the main attraction on the show floor, so dress up if you like.

Why go on Saturday

A Halloween Saturday is the most festive day of the run, and the long 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM window leaves room to see a panel, browse artist alley and still wander the floor. It is also a good fit if you are hunting for things to do in Los Angeles that suit a group with different interests, from comics to anime to gaming. For parents scouting things to do with kids LA on Halloween, check the official site for age guidance and badge rules before you commit, since this listing does not spell them out.

Practical info

Tickets and weekend passes are sold at comicconla.com/tickets. This listing does not publish a price, so check the official page for current badge options and day availability before you travel. Big guest names tend to draw lines, so arrive early if a specific panel matters to you.

The convention center sits downtown at 1201 S Figueroa St. Metro's A and E lines stop at Pico station, a short walk away, and that is usually easier than parking on a busy convention weekend. For more neighborhood context, browse the family events section for more Halloween weekend ideas.