Come hang with us and IC3 Showrunner Kasra Ghanbari this afternoon on YouTube to preview the upcoming July 11 show in conversation with a bunch of attending artists and exhibitors!
/watch?v=98vkA988QRI
Join us for the CAL13 live panels streaming on the CAF+ YouTube channel — link in bio.
May 17 • 3pm EST
IC3 & FC3 JACKSONVILLE FL — BIG SHOW PREVIEW!
Join IC3@JAX Showrunner Kasra Ghanbari and FC3 Showrunners Michael Traylor and Denny Courson to preview the upcoming July 11 show in conversation with a bunch of attending artists and exhibitors!
@firstcoastcomiccon
After the panel, check out all the original art on ComicArtFans.com.
Thank you to our CAL13 Sponsors:
HERITAGE AUCTIONS
@heritageauctions@heritagecomics
SCOTT’S COLLECTABLES
@scottscollectables
NEXT COMIC ART
@nextcomicart
#ComicArtLive #ComicArtFans #MysterySketch #OriginalArt #IndieComics
We’re very excited for the new home of First Coast Comic Con & Indie Comics Creator Con 2026—Duval Hall. Be sure to note the new address of 13601 Normandy Blvd to find your way on July 11th, 2026 and remind your friends of the transition to this new venue.
With 40,000 sq ft of space, 6,000 free parking spots, and on-site concessions, Duval Hall gives us the room to deliver an even better experience. Combined with a strong featured creator guest lineup and 100+ indie creators and vendors, this is shaping up to be a show unlike any other in the region.
Stay connected and sign up for updates at firstcoastcomiccon.com and IC3.art
#FirstCoastComicCon #IC3 #IndieComics #ComicCon #ComicConvention #IndieCreators #ComicArtists #ComicCommunity #JacksonvilleEvents #FloridaEvents #GeekCulture #SupportIndieComics
FC3/IC3 2026 is coming, and we need your help spreading the word!
This is your chance to experience a full-day event for just $20, featuring top-tier guests, 100+ indie creators, and 20,000 sq. ft. of comics, TCGs, and collectibles, all under one roof. Opportunities like this don’t come around often!
Help us make FC3/IC3 2026 the premier destination event for the Southeast: share with your friends, and encourage them to share with theirs. Let’s grow the community and celebrate everything we love about comics and the craft of sequential storytelling!
Get your tickets today! /ticket/p/35662674/first-coast-comic-con-ic3-jacksonville-duval-hall
Week 2 of Featured artist announcements…
Things were getting out of control, we had to bring in the teacher!
Rafael Dante (@rafaeldante ) of @theartistbullpen joins the Indie Comics takeover in Jacksonville.
IC3@JAX
July 11, 2026
Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Hall
IC3 + @firstcoastcomiccon = One Awesome Show!
For tickets & info visit www.IC3.art
• 40,000 sq. ft. venue
• 100+ Indie Creators
• 100+ Vendors
• All-Star Roster of Comic Book Artists
• Trading Card Game Alley
• Drink & Draw Event Friday
• After Party Event Saturday
• Concessions Stand + Booze
• Parking Included
#indiecomics #makemorecomics #readmorecomics #indietakeover #punkrock
Week 2 of Featured artist announcements…
Eli Schwab puts the cosmic in @cosmiclionproductions , and he’s a big part of our Indie Comics takeover in Jacksonville. Look out for more announcements coming soon!
IC3@JAX
July 11, 2026
Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Hall
IC3 + @firstcoastcomiccon = One Awesome Show!
For tickets & info visit www.IC3.art
• 40,000 sq. ft. venue
• 100+ Indie Creators
• 100+ Vendors
• All-Star Roster of Comic Book Artists
• Trading Card Game Alley
• Drink & Draw Event Friday
• After Party Event Saturday
• Concessions Stand + Booze
• Parking Included
#indiecomics #makemorecomics #readmorecomics #indietakeover #punkrock
Introducing our 2026 Vendor Lineup!
You won’t find a better selection of comic books, collectibles, toys, art, and TCG vendors anywhere in Northeast Florida or Southeast Georgia.
Vendor space is almost SOLD OUT:
• Only 5 Comic & Collectibles vendor booths remain
• Only 5 TCG vendor booths remain
That’s just 10 total spaces left on the entire show floor. If you’ve been considering joining us, now is the time to lock in your spot. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Booth Details:
• 10’x10’ space
• Includes one 8’ table
• Additional tables may be added within your booth space
• $150 per booth
Interested vendors can contact us at:
[email protected]
Week 2 of Featured artist announcements…
Dan Goldman (@dangoldman) is taking his talents to North Beach! Join us in Jacksonville for the indie takeover. 💥
IC3@JAX
July 11, 2026
Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Hall
IC3 + @firstcoastcomiccon = One Awesome Show!
For tickets & info visit www.IC3.art
• 40,000 sq. ft. venue
• 100+ Indie Creators
• 100+ Vendors
• All-Star Roster of Comic Book Artists
• Trading Card Game Alley
• Drink & Draw Event Friday
• After Party Event Saturday
• Concessions Stand + Booze
• Parking Included
#indiecomics #makemorecomics #readmorecomics #indietakeover #punkrock
We are thrilled to announce that Leaderboard Arcade Bar & Pizzeria is officially a Gold Sponsor of First Coast Comic Con 2026!
Located right here in Jacksonville, Leaderboard combines retro gaming, great food, and an awesome atmosphere, making them a perfect partner for our growing fan community.
Please join us in thanking Leaderboard for supporting First Coast Comic Con 2026 and helping us continue to bring an incredible comic book, collectibles, gaming, and pop culture experience to Northeast Florida!
Be sure to check them out, grab a slice, play some games, and show some love to a local business that supports the fandom community.
Three Locations to Choose From:
Orange Park - 1760 Wells road OP FL 32073
Jacksonville - 2415 Blanding Blvd, Suite 9 Jax, FL 32210
Mandarin - 5285 Shad Rd Ste 316 Jax FL 32257
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Week 2 of Featured artist announcements!
Mario Cau (@mariocau ) joins the indie comics take over in Jacksonville. Mario is a Brazilian graphic novelist, illustrator and teacher, bringing an introspective and poetic look at emotions and relationships and invites the reader to reflect upon the little pieces of life’s puzzle.
IC3@JAX
July 11, 2026
Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Hall
IC3 + @firstcoastcomiccon = One Awesome Show!
For tickets & info visit www.IC3.art
• 40,000 sq. ft. venue
• 100+ Indie Creators
• 100+ Vendors
• All-Star Roster of Comic Book Artists
• Trading Card Game Alley
• Drink & Draw Event Friday
• After Party Event Saturday
• Concessions Stand + Booze
• Parking Included
#indiecomics #makemorecomics #readmorecomics #indietakeover #punkrock
Week 2 of Featured artist announcements!
The man who sculpted the Jack & Roz Kirby Award statue is bringing his talents to Jacksonville.
Carlos “Manifest Your Dream” Soca - artist and sculptor
@manifest.sculpt
IC3@JAX
July 11, 2026
Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Hall
IC3 + @firstcoastcomiccon = One Awesome Show!
For tickets & info visit www.IC3.art
• 40,000 sq. ft. venue
• 100+ Indie Creators
• 100+ Vendors
• All-Star Roster of Comic Book Artists
• Trading Card Game Alley
• Drink & Draw Event Friday
• After Party Event Saturday
• Concessions Stand + Booze
• Parking Included
#indiecomics #makemorecomics #readmorecomics #indietakeover #punkrock
FC3/IC3 2026 is quickly approaching — and we’re excited to welcome comic artist Patrick Broderick back to Jacksonville!
North Florida’s premier comics, indie creator, and collectible event returns:
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 10am – 6pm
NEW Jacksonville Fairgrounds — Duval Hall
(13601 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL)
Join Patrick alongside an incredible lineup of creators and experiences, including:
Comic book vendors from across the Southeast
100+ Indie comic creators
An all-star roster of published comic artists & writers
CGC witnessing and grading services
Dedicated TCG Alley
Free giveaways for kids
VIP Packages
… and much more!
Don’t miss your chance to meet one of comics’ most celebrated artists — secure your spot now!
/ticket/p/35662674/first-coast-comic-con-ic3-jacksonville-duval-hall
