“The kids are amazing. To see their faces just light up, smile, they’re so fun,” said Elizabeth Caetano, dressed as Super Girl.

SAN DIEGO — Comic-Con enthusiasts, get ready! The massive pop culture event kicks off Wednesday in San Diego, attracting fans from across the globe. 

Tuesday morning, officials from MTS, Comic-Con, and local law enforcement held a news conference discussing various event details, including safety tips and road closures.



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Excitement is palpable in the air as preparations are well underway. Comic-Con wraps are going up all over downtown, showcasing popular franchises like “The Lord of the Rings,” “Star Trek,” “Wolverine,” and “American Horror Story.” Fans have already begun taking photos with these vibrant displays.

The new Gaslamp Quarter sign is all Avengers, advertising the upcoming ‘Doomsday’ movie.

“The kids are amazing. To see their faces just light up, smile, they’re so fun. They want a fist bump, sometimes a hug, they want a picture with you. The adults love it too! That’s the thing! It makes everyone happy. It warms my heart,” said Elizabeth Caetano, dressed as Super Girl. 

However, attendees should keep a few things in mind as they plan their visit. Parking in downtown San Diego will be difficult and costly, with prices ranging from $30 to $100 depending on location. 

“It’s one of the busiest times of year here in San Diego, Comic-Con international is back for another edition! We’re super ready to move all of the fans throughout the convention,” said Hector Zermeno, public relations specialist for MTS. 

MTS is ramping up its service, with trolleys running every 15 minutes to help attendees navigate the city more easily. Comic-Con offers free shuttle buses for attendees with badges.

In addition to parking challenges, road closures will affect Harbor Drive, and construction is ongoing just south of the convention center. 

Local law enforcement reminds attendees to be safe.

Make sure you keep all valuables out of sightPut phones and wallets in front pockets, rather than back pocketsNever leave bags unattendedReport any suspicious activity to law enforcement

As Comic-Con draws near, fans are already flooding into the city, eager to soak up the San Diego atmosphere before the festivities begin tomorrow.


How to get to Comic-Con | Free shuttle service

A free shuttle service will be available to badged guests from July 22 to July 26, with service stops at various hotels in Mission Valley, Shelter Island, Harbor Island and downtown San Diego.

The shuttle will run from 3 p.m. until midnight on July 22 for Comic-Con’s preview night.

From July 23 to July 25, the shuttle service starts at 5 a.m. and runs until 1 a.m. On July 26, the shuttle service runs from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.

There will be no shuttle service from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m., and the frequency of the shuttle will vary throughout the days. Shuttles do not pick-up or drop-off on the driveway of the convention center at any time.

For a full shuttle service schedule, click here.


How to get to Comic-Con | MTS Trolley

The MTS Trolley Service stops at the Convention Center Station at Harbor Drive and First Avenue and at the Gaslamp Station at Harbor Drive and Fifth Avenue.

 For information on passes and how to ride the MTS trolley, click here.


How to get to Comic-Con | COASTER Commuter Train

The COASTER commuter rail runs from Oceanside to downtown San Diego, with the closest stop to the convention center being the Santa Fe Train Depot. You can then take a trolley from there straight to the convention center.

The COASTER gives guests plenty of opportunities to get to Comic-Con, as it offers 30 daily rides on Wednesday and Thursday, 32 daily rides on Friday and 20 daily rides on Saturday and Sunday.

For the COASTER schedule, click here.