South Texas Comic Con - Friday

Name: South Texas Comic Con - Friday
Start: 2026-04-24
Location: McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd

Apr

Date

24 Apr (Friday)

Time

Fri, 3:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Venue

McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd

McAllen, TX, United States, Mexico

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📝 Useful Information

South Texas Comic Con will take place on Friday, April 24, 2026, as part of its three-day run from April 24–26. The event is hosted at the McAllen Convention Center in McAllen, Texas.

While specific panel times are often finalized closer to the event, the following guests and activities are confirmed for all three days, including Friday:

Would you like to know more about the Saturday After Party or specific photo op pricing for the Friday guests?

Friday, April 24 Event Details

Scheduled for Friday (All 3 Days)

Important Notes

•Time: The convention typically opens its doors at 10:00 AM and runs until 7:00 PM.

•Location: McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501.

•McAllen Convention Center

•Atmosphere: A high-energy, family-friendly celebration of pop culture featuring comics, anime, gaming, and cosplay.

•Celebrity Guests: Lou Ferrigno (The Hulk), James Arnold Taylor (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Christopher Mintz-Plasse (McLovin), Ernie Reyes Jr. (TMNT), and Sgt. Slaughter (WWE legend).

•James Arnold Taylor

•Ernie Reyes Jr.

•Ongoing Attractions:

•Artist Alley & Vendor Market: Browse original art, handmade goods, and rare collectibles.

•Gaming Zones: Open play and tournaments for video games and tabletop fans.

•Cosplay: Attendees are encouraged to arrive in costume; dedicated photo ops and meetups occur throughout the floor.

•JSA Authentication: Professional verification for autographs and memorabilia will be available on-site.

•Guest Exceptions: Notable guest Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad, The Mandalorian) is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday only and will not be present on Friday.

•Tickets: Single-day Friday passes and 3-day weekend passes are available through the official South Texas Comic Con Website or via the Tixr event page.

Updated at 19 Mar 2026