Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con 2026 — Complete Attendee Guide
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con returns May 29 through 31, 2026 at a new, larger venue — The Orleans Hotel & Casino — in its most expansive edition yet. The three-day convention brings Las Vegas's largest all-ages pop culture expo to a Friday-through-Sunday Memorial Day weekend format, featuring comics, anime, cosplay, toys, collectibles, video games, and celebrity guests. The Orleans, located at Tropicana Avenue and the I-15, provides a large ballroom and event footprint that accommodates an expanded artist alley, additional programming tracks, and more vendor floor space than prior editions. Estimated attendance is 15,000 over the three days. The Memorial Day weekend proximity means Las Vegas hotel rates will be elevated — book early and plan for higher-than-average room rates on Friday and Saturday nights. The Las Vegas Strip nightclub scene runs at its peak Memorial Day weekend energy during the same period, with headliner DJ programming at XS, OMNIA, Hakkasan, Marquee, and Zouk all booked for the holiday weekend. The Orleans itself is an off-Strip casino hotel with its own entertainment venues; the surrounding Tropicana-area neighborhood offers budget-friendly dining options not available on the Strip, and free parking is a welcome perk for attendees who are driving.
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Registration
Amazing Las Vegas Comic ConBadge Pickup — Location & Hours
Badge pickup for Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con 2026 is located in the main event hall entrance at The Orleans Hotel & Casino. Pre-registered attendees should look for the express badge pickup lanes — bring your confirmation email (digital QR code or printed barcode) for scanning. Single-day and multi-day pass holders check in at the same entrance. The Orleans event space is accessed through the casino floor from the main hotel entrance; follow convention signage through the property to the event hall. Friday badge pickup is typically fastest, as Saturday morning lines grow significantly as the weekend crowd arrives. If you have a Saturday autograph or photo op session with limited availability, pick up your badge Friday evening (if Friday badge pickup hours are available per the official schedule) to skip the Saturday morning rush entirely. Three-day badge holders use the same badge for re-entry on all three days of the convention.
Schedule
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con Show Floor Hours
Transportation
How to Get to Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con
Parking
The Orleans has a large free parking garage — one of the few major Las Vegas hotel venues with no parking fees. Self-parking is always free for convention attendees and visitors. The main parking structure entrance is on Tropicana Avenue. Arrive early on opening day as lots near the main convention hall entrance fill by mid-morning.
Public Transit / Monorail
The Orleans is off the Strip with no monorail service. The RTC Deuce bus runs along Tropicana Avenue and can connect to the Strip, but schedules are not optimized for convention timing. The Orleans also operates a free hotel shuttle to and from several Strip properties on a limited schedule — check the hotel website for current shuttle times and pickup locations.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Uber and Lyft are the best option from Strip hotels. The ride from central Strip hotels typically takes 10 to 15 minutes and costs $12 to $22. Designated pickup and dropoff is at The Orleans main entrance on Tropicana Avenue. Surge pricing is less common than at Strip venues since the location is not a primary rideshare concentration point.
Walking from the Strip
The Orleans is located off the Strip at Tropicana Avenue and Cameron Street, approximately 2 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip. There is no practical walking route from any Strip hotel. Plan your transportation in advance — rideshare from your Strip hotel takes 10 to 15 minutes each way.
Food & Drink
Where to Eat During Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con
- The Orleans dining — Don Miguel's Mexican Food, Brendan's Irish Pub, Canal Street Bar & Grill on the casino floor
- Rosemary's Restaurant — acclaimed local dining on West Sahara, 10 minutes north
- Tacos El Gordo — popular Las Vegas taco stand 10 minutes by car
- Grocery-anchored shopping centers along Tropicana Ave — multiple fast-casual and sit-down options within 5 minutes by car
Insider Tips
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con Tips for First-Timers
- The Orleans is not on the Strip. Plan your transportation in advance — rideshare from Strip hotels to The Orleans takes 10 to 15 minutes and costs $12 to $22. The venue has free parking (one of the few major Las Vegas hotel venues with genuinely free self-parking), making driving a convenient option. Using a rental car or rideshare from a Strip hotel are both practical approaches.
- Memorial Day weekend in Las Vegas means elevated prices across the board — hotels, rideshare, and nightclubs all see holiday weekend surcharges. If your goal is nightclub access during Comic Con weekend, sign up for free guest lists in advance through NoCoverVegas to avoid cover charge lines that can exceed an hour during Memorial Day weekend at venues like XS, OMNIA, and Hakkasan.
- The convention moves to a larger venue in 2026 — artist alley and the dealer hall are expanded over prior years. Allocate more time for the show floor than you may have at smaller prior editions. First-time Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con attendees should build a prioritized list of must-see guests and vendors, then cover those first each day before general browsing.
- Cosplay weather at the end of May in Las Vegas is warming into summer — daytime temperatures reach the mid to high 80s Fahrenheit. The Orleans event spaces are air-conditioned, but travel through the casino floor and parking garage can be warm. Plan heat-sensitive elaborate cosplay with the indoor climate transition in mind.
- The autograph and photo op ticketing for Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con operates on a paid-per-ticket model for celebrity guests. Popular celebrity signing sessions sell out in advance. Check the convention website and purchase premium-access tickets before arriving to guarantee your preferred sessions.
- May 29 is the Friday before Memorial Day weekend — expect heavy Las Vegas traffic as weekend arrivals pour in throughout the afternoon. If arriving by car, plan your route to The Orleans to avoid the I-15 Strip interchange backup that typically builds from 3 to 7 PM on Memorial Day Friday.
After the Show
Amazing Las Vegas Comic ConAfter Dark — Nightlife & After Parties
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con 2026 runs across Memorial Day weekend — the peak nightclub booking period of the year on the Las Vegas Strip. Memorial Day weekend programming at XS Nightclub, OMNIA, Hakkasan, Marquee Nightclub, and Zouk features the highest-profile DJ and performer lineups of the spring season. Friday night (May 29) closes the first day of the convention at 7 PM, giving attendees a full evening for dinner and nightclubs. Saturday night (May 30) is the peak of the Memorial Day weekend nightclub program — expect sold-out bottle service sections and full capacity at major venues. Sunday night (May 31) is Memorial Day eve and still very active at clubs with extended weekend bookings. For groups mixing convention attendees with different music preferences, Marquee's dual-room format (EDM main room plus hip-hop Boombox room) is the most flexible single-venue option for Memorial Day weekend.
XS Nightclub
Nightclub
Las Vegas's premier EDM nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas books its best Memorial Day weekend headliners of the spring season. XS is the benchmark nightclub experience for convention visitors — register for free guest list through NoCoverVegas to avoid the cover charge and general admission line.
Marquee Nightclub
Nightclub
The Cosmopolitan's Marquee has two distinct rooms: the main EDM room and the Boombox room for hip-hop and trap. Strong option for Comic Con groups with mixed music preferences who want to stay in one venue. Memorial Day weekend programming at Marquee is consistently strong.
OMNIA Nightclub
Nightclub
The kinetic chandelier and multi-level layout at Caesars Palace's OMNIA make it a visually impressive Las Vegas nightclub experience. Memorial Day weekend at OMNIA draws some of the biggest EDM headliners of the spring season.
Encore Beach Club
Pool Party
Memorial Day weekend marks the peak of the Encore Beach Club calendar — some of the biggest pool party events of the year. Convention sessions close by 7 PM on Saturday and Sunday, leaving time to transition to the EBC venue for an evening pool party session.
Hakkasan Nightclub
Nightclub
MGM Grand's multi-floor mega-club with rotating headliner DJs on Memorial Day weekend. Hakkasan's main room and the adjacent lounge spaces give the venue a range of vibe and volume options within one casino property.
Zouk Nightclub
Nightclub
Resorts World's underground electronic music venue. Zouk consistently books the most forward-thinking electronic music artists in Las Vegas — an excellent option for Comic Con attendees with serious electronic music taste who want something beyond the mainstream EDM circuit.
OMNIA Dayclub
Dayclub
Brand-new in 2026, OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace is in full spring programming during Comic Con weekend (May 29–31). The 46,000 sq ft Tao Group rooftop dayclub runs afternoon sessions with the summer residency roster — Tiësto, Chris Lake, Alesso, and Steve Aoki among others. The weekend after Memorial Day is the heart of Las Vegas pool season. Free guest list through NoCoverVegas.
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con — FAQ
When and where is Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con 2026?
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con 2026 takes place Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31 at The Orleans Hotel & Casino, 4500 W Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89103. Show hours are 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Sunday. The Orleans is located off the Strip, approximately 10 to 15 minutes by rideshare from central Strip hotels. Free parking is available at The Orleans parking structure for attendees who prefer to drive.
Is Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con all-ages?
Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con is an all-ages event. The convention floor, artist alley, and panel programming are open to attendees of all ages. Children under a certain age (verify on the official website for the current age cutoff) may receive free admission with a paid adult. Some evening events associated with the convention may have age restrictions. The Orleans Hotel & Casino property itself is 21+ for casino floor access, but the convention event spaces are accessible for all ages through the designated convention entrances — standard for casino-hosted conventions in Las Vegas.
How do I get to The Orleans from the Strip?
The Orleans Hotel & Casino is located at 4500 W Tropicana Ave — approximately 2 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip along Tropicana Avenue. There is no monorail service to The Orleans. Rideshare is the most convenient option: Uber and Lyft pickups from Strip hotels take 10 to 15 minutes and cost $12 to $22 for most trips. The Orleans also operates a free shuttle that runs between the property and several Strip hotels on a limited schedule — check the current shuttle times on The Orleans hotel website before planning your transportation.
What nightclubs are best during Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con?
The major Las Vegas nightclubs are on the Strip, 10 to 15 minutes from The Orleans by rideshare. Top nightclubs for Comic Con weekend include XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas, OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace, Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan, Hakkasan at MGM Grand, and Zouk at Resorts World. Memorial Day weekend is the peak booking period for Las Vegas nightclubs — all venues will have major headliner bookings across the three convention days. Register for free guest list access through NoCoverVegas to skip cover charges that typically run $30 to $50 per person during the holiday weekend.
Are there pool parties during Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con weekend?
Yes — the Comic Con weekend coincides with Memorial Day weekend, one of the biggest pool party weekends of the Las Vegas season. Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas, Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan, Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World, and the new Omnia Dayclub at Caesars Palace all have their peak Memorial Day weekend programming on May 30 and 31. Convention sessions on Saturday and Sunday close at 7 PM and 5 PM respectively. Pool party guest list registration is available through NoCoverVegas.
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