EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso Comic Con expanded its opening-day schedule and eliminated the cost of admission on Friday for its 2026 event, giving fans more time to take in the convention’s celebrity guests, vendors, gaming and panels.
The event sponsored by Mango Cannabis is scheduled for May 1 through May 3 at the El Paso Convention Center in Downtown El Paso.
Hours of operation for the weekend are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Organizers said the 2026 event will include TV and film celebrities, voice actors, comic creators, professional wrestlers, interactive attractions and family-friendly programming.
Paid admission will still apply for Saturday, Sunday, weekend passes, VIP and Kevin Smith VIP, with ticket options and payment plans available.
For updates, a list of guests and ticket information, organizers encouraged fans to follow El Paso Comic Con on social media and visit the official website.
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