February 24, 2026
Montreal Comiccon Returns July 3-5, 2026 at Palais des congrès
Montreal Comiccon today unveiled its first wave of celebrity guests and programming for its 2026 edition, taking place July 3 to 5 at the Palais des congrès. The three-day event is promising unparalleled pop culture celebration of programming, shopping, gaming, cosplay, and celebrity appearances.
Montreal Comiccon spans three floors of the Palais des congrès. The second floor houses a sprawling 200,000-square-foot market featuring specialty retailers offering collectibles, toys, mangas, books and merchandise, alongside an Artist Alley where local and international creators present their unique work.
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This level also includes the Celebrity Photo Ops area, located directly within the exhibit hall, where fans can buy professional photo opportunities with their favourite stars.
The fifth floor hosts panels, celebrity guest appearances on stage, Saturday evening’s popular costume contest The Masquerade, and the 2026 Canada Cosplay Championship (Cosplay-Eh!) finale on Sunday, crowning Canada’s best cosplayers. The Tabletop Role-Playing Game (TRPG) section offers adventurers the chance to battle dungeon-dwelling dragons, Cthulian horrors, and more.
The seventh floor is dedicated exclusively to the Autograph Area, where fans can meet their favourite personalities and purchase autographs.
Guests of honour and featured celebrity guests
Leading this year’s guest lineup are three cinema legends: Lea Thompson (Back to the Future, Red Dawn, Caroline in the City), who can currently be seen on the W/Hallmark series The Chicken Sisters; Ron Perlman (Hellboy, Sons of Anarchy), fresh off his special appearance on Prime Video’s hit live-action series Fallout; and Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street, V), returning by popular demand.
Featured guests include Catherine Tate (The Office, Doctor Who), a multiple award winner for her BBC sketch comedy series The Catherine Tate Show; Tyler Hoechlin (Superman & Lois, Teen Wolf), appearing Friday only; Tyler Posey (Teen Wolf, Scream: Resurrection); Neil Newbon (Baldur’s Gate 3), the voice and motion-capture actor behind the wildly popular character Astarion Ancunin; and Brandon Rogers (Helluva Boss, Hazbin Hotel), voice actor and co-writer on two of the most successful animated series on YouTube and Prime Video.
“This year’s lineup represents the incredible diversity and breadth of pop culture that our fans are passionate about,” said Alex La Prova, co-president of Montreal Comiccon. “From iconic film franchises to groundbreaking video games and the resurgence of interest in comic books, we’re bringing together the talent that has shaped the entertainment landscape for generations. We can’t wait to welcome fans from across Canada and beyond to celebrate these incredible artists and creators.”
Comic Book Foundation Remains Strong
Staying true to its roots, Montreal Comiccon will welcome three legendary comic book creators who have shaped some of the industry’s most seminal works. Canadian artist Tom Grummett, known for his extensive work on Adventures of Superman, Action Comics, and Superman: The Man of Tomorrow, co-created the new Superboy and drew 64 issues of his self-titled series. He also participated in two of DC’s biggest publication events: The Death of Superman and Batman: Knightfall.
Dan Jurgens, writer and penciller with numerous Superman titles to his credit, also participated in The Death of Superman and co-created iconic characters including Doomsday, Hank Henshaw, and Booster Gold. Darick Robertson, who found success with Warren Ellis on Transmetropolitan, collaborated with Garth Ennis on The Boys, creating violent and morally corrupt versions of DC’s Justice League characters, including Homelander, a narcissistic version of Superman.
Gaming, and Interactive Experiences
The event will also feature an Indie Game Zone presented by Loto-Québec and a Tabletop Game Zone run by Asmodee in collaboration with Infini-Jeux, catering to the growing community of tabletop role-playing game enthusiasts.
Industry Context
According to an early 2026 industry report, the comic book market size is forecast to increase by USD 3.35 billion at a CAGR of 4.5% between 2024 and 2029. The Canadian comic book market is experiencing sustained growth. The Canadian market alone generated approximately a revenue of USD 331.4 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 669.7 million by 2033.
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The Canada market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2025 to 2033. The continued success of comic book adaptations in film and television, combined with growing collector interest and the popularity of manga, continues to drive market expansion.
Reflecting the mainstream status of anime and manga in 2026 (with an estimated 50% of Netflix’s global subscriber base watching anime). Canada ranks among the 9th to 10th largest anime markets outside Japan, and the global manga market is expected to grow from $16.28 billion in 2025 to $19.01 billion in 2026.
