New York Comic Con Will Actually Happen in 2021

Last year many fans of Comic Con were disappointed that the popular convention was cancelled due to Covid-19.

This year however, New York Comic Con will be happening in person, but with limited capacity to ensure social distancing. ReedPop, the company behind the annual convention, said this week that it would be hosting the event in person.

The big event will be hosted October 7th-10th at the Javits Cener in New York City with reduced capacity. There will additionally be mask requirements as well as temperature screenings upon entry.

The company will also increase sanitization and cleaning during each event and has adopted a policy that would discourage handshakes, high-fives and hugs. Air high-fives and elbow bumps will be encouraged.

Plans could change due to state and local policies so don’t get too excited just yet.

“Right now, we see a path forward for safe, amazing events that are going to look a bit different than usual, so that’s where we’re heading,” said Kristina Rogers, the U.S. comic portfolio director for ReedPop.

“Keep in mind what we communicate is subject to change as state and local guidelines are adjusted,” she added.

Rogers has also said in part of the announcement that Florida Supercon would take place in September and Emerald City Comic Con and C2E2 would be held in December.

In 2019, over 200,000 tickets were sold for New York Comic Con. The event usually takes place over the course of four days and offers fans panels, meet-and-greet events and a chance to score limited-edition merchandise.

In 2020, ReedPop moved New York Comic Con online and held virtual panels on YouTube amid coronavirus.

“You’re probably wondering what the heck a photo op may look like and how panel seating will work,” Rogers said. “We’ll be sharing more information in the months leading up to our shows, and we are committed to being as transparent as possible.”