Motor City Comic Con Announces Star Trek Actors William Shatner, Johnathan Frakes, & Brent Spiner to Attend the Spring Convention

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Michigan’s Largest Pop Culture Event Will Take Place May 15-17, 2026, at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace Previously the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.

 NOVI, MI – Motor City Comic Con (MC3), which runs each Spring and Fall, is Michigan’s largest and longest running pop culture convention. The event which began in 1989, will be taking place May 15-17, 2026, at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. Motor City Comic Con is known as one of the premier conventions in the United States and the ultimate destination for all things pop culture, entertainment, and the celebration of creativity.

Motor City Comic Con is pleased to announce,

that Star Trek: The Next Generation actors William Shatner, Jonathan Frakes, and Brent Spiner will be joining a growing list of celebrities that will be in attendance at this May’s convention.

William Shatner is best known for his portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk in the original Star Trek series as well as the seven subsequent films. He was also in other television series such as For the People, Barbary Coast, T.J. Hooker, TekWar, A Twist in the Tale, Boston Legal, and Masters of the Universe: Revolution.

Jonathan Frakes is best known for his portrayal of Commander William T. Riker in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation as well as subsequent films. He also hosted the TV series Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction. He has also voiced David Xanatos in the Disney series Gargoyles. He also directed and starred in Star Trek: First Contact as well as Star Trek: Insurrection, Star Trek Discovery, Star Trek Lower Decks, and Star Trek Picard.

Brent Spiner is best known for his roles as the android, Data in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, as well as subsequent films. He reprised the role in 2019 in Star Trek: Picard and has been seen in Independence Day, Independence Day: Resurgence in addition to a career in theater and as a musician.

Tickets for Motor City Comic Con are now available online at www.MotorCityComicCon.com.  

Motor City Comic Con will feature some of the largest actors from television, movies, and streaming platforms,

along with the most creative artists, writers, and comic book creators in the industry. Throughout the three-day weekend celebrity and comic guests participate in autographs and photo opportunities with attendees, for additional fees. Some celebrities will have presales for autographs and photo ops available on the website and some celebrity guests will have those opportunities available on site at the convention as well. Attendees can also participate in various panel discussions, attractions, events, and explore various exhibitors. Artists, writers, and illustrators will also be featured throughout Artist Alley over the three-day convention. In addition, there will be crafters that will have extraordinary gifts, crafts, and replicas available, and some of the largest comic book and multimedia dealers from across the country that offer a variety of merchandise including comics, toys, art, unique jewelry, clothing, memorabilia and much more! Fans can also expect the traditional favorites such as Cosplay Contests and kid-friendly activities, along with many more events and activities to be announced soon.

CURRENT ANNOUNCED CELEBRITY GUEST LIST INCLUDES:

William Shatner

He is best known for his portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk in the original Star Trek series as well as the seven subsequent films. He was also in other television series such as For the People, Barbary Coast, T.J. Hooker, TekWar, A Twist in the Tale, Boston Legal, and Masters of the Universe: Revolution.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($120), Premium Autographs ($150), Inscriptions ($30), Solo Professional Photos ($150), Trio Professional Photo with Star Trek: The Next Generation co-stars Jonathan Frakes and Brent Spiner ($260)

 

Jonathan Frakes

He is best known for his portrayal of Commander William T. Riker in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation as well as subsequent films. He also hosted the TV series Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction. He has also voiced David Xanatos in the Disney series Gargoyles. He also directed and starred in Star Trek: First Contact as well as Star Trek: Insurrection, Star Trek Discovery, Star Trek Lower Decks, and Star Trek Picard.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($60), Premium Autographs ($80), Selfies ($60), Solo Professional Photos ($70), Due Professional Photos with Star Trek: The Next Generation co-star Brent Spiner ($130), and Trio Professional Photos with Star Trek: The Next Generation co-stars William Shatner and Brent Spiner ($260)

 

Brent Spiner

He is best known for his roles as the android, Data in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, as well as subsequent films. He reprised the role in 2019 in Star Trek: Picard and has been seen in Independence Day, Independence Day: Resurgence in addition to a career in theater and as a musician. Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($60), Selfies ($60), Solo Professional Photos ($70), Duo Professional Photos with Star Trek: The Next Generation co-star Jonathan Frakes ($130), and Trio Professional Photo with Star Trek: The Next Generation co-stars William Shatner and Jonathan Frakes

 

Kit Harington

He rose to global fame as Jon Snow in HBO’s Game of Thrones. He is currently starring in HBO’s critically acclaimed Season 4 of Industry. He has also been in Amazon’s Modern Love and Netflix’s Criminal. On the big screen he was in Eternals, Magnolia’s Baby Ruby, and Testament of Youth and voiced Eret in How To Train Your Dragon 2.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($130), Premium Autographs ($150), Bulky Autographs ($170), Character Name ($25), 6 Word Quotes ($40), Professional Photos ($140)

 

Esai Morales

He is known for his acting roles in TV series like NYPD Blue, Vanished, Caprica, Ozark, Titans, and How To Get Away With Murder. He has been in films like War Machine, Master Gardener, and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($50), Premium Autographs ($70), Solo Professional Photos ($70), Trio Professional Photos with Mission: Impossible co-stars Simon Pegg and Hayley Atwell ($240)

 

Charlie Cox

He is best known for his roles as Matt Murdock in the film Spider-Man: No Way Home as well as in the TV series Daredevil and Daredevil: Born Again. He has had roles in television series like Boardwalk Empire and in films like There Be Dragons and The Theory of Everything.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($125), Premium Autographs ($150), and Professional Photos ($135)

 

Lena Headey

She is best known for her roles as Cersei Lannister in Game of Thrones and Queen Gorgo in the period film, 300. She has also been in The Brothers Grimm, Possession, and The Remains of the Day. She appeared as Sarah Connor in the television series, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles. Most recently she can be seen in the Netflix series The Abandons.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($80), Premium Autographs ($120), Quotes & Words ($70), Selfies ($80), and Professional Photos ($90)

 

Hayley Atwell

She is an award-winning actress whose work spans every medium of storytelling, including theatre, film, television, and voice acting. She is best known for her outstanding performances as Margaret Schlegelin the Howards End miniseries and as Peggy Carter in the Captain America: The First Avenger and wider Marvel franchise. Most recently she starred in Mission: Impossible- Dead Reckoning and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($80), Selfies ($70), Autograph/Selfie Combo ($130), Solo Professional Photos ($90), and Duo Professional Photos with Mission: Impossible co-star Simon Pegg ($190), Trio Professional Photos with Mission: Impossible co-stars Simon Pegg and Esai Morales ($240)

 

Laz Alonso

He is known for his starring role as Mother’s Milk in the TV series The Boys, as Tsu’tey in James Cameron’s science fiction film Avatar and Fenix Calderon in the Fast & Furious film series. He was also in the film Detroit.

Appearing: Friday, March 15, Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($60), Premium Autographs ($80), Selfies ($60), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($100), Solo Professional Photos ($80), The Boys Trio Professional Photo with Karl Urban and Tomer Capone ($230), The Boys Quad Professional Photo with Karl Urban, Shawn Ashmore, and Tomer Capone ($290)

Tomer Capone

He is best known for playing Frenchie in the TV series The Boys. He first rose to prominence in Israel with acclaimed roles in series such as Fauda and When Heroes Fly. He was awarded an Ophir Award for Best Supporting Actor in the film One Week and a Day. He was also in the TV series Fullmoon, Charlie Golf One, and Bnei Aruba.

Appearing: Friday, March 15, Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($60), Premium Autographs ($80), Selfies ($60), Autograph/Selfie Combo ($100), Solo Professional Photos ($80), The Boys Trio Professional Photo with Karl Urban and Laz Alonso ($230), The Boys Quad Professional Photo with Karl Urban, Laz Alonso, and Shawn Ashmore ($290)

Shawn Ashmore

He is known for his key roles staring as Bobby Drake in the X-Men movie series. He is currently playing Wesley Evers in the TV series The Rookie, has played Lamplighter in the series The Boys, and Mike Weston in The Following. He can be seen in films like, The Huntsman, Just Breathe, and Aftermath.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($60), Selfies ($60), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($100), Solo Professional Photo ($80), The Boys Quad Professional Photo with Karl Urban, Laz Alonso, and Tomer Capone ($290)

 

John Boyega 

He played Moses in the 2011 film Attack the Block where he received notoriety in England before attaining international recognition with his work portraying Finn in Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens and Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi. He has also showcased his talent in various film and TV projects, including Pacific Rim: Uprising and in the 2017 film Detroit.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($90), Premium Autographs ($130), Selfies ($90), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($90), and Solo Professional Photos ($100)

 

Abby Trott

She is a voice actress who has worked on numerous anime, animation, and video game series. She is most notable for her roles including Nezuko Kamado in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Annette in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and Tae Takemi in Persona 5 Royal. She has also voiced April O’Neil in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

Available for 8×10/Personal Autographs ($40), Funko/Collectible/11×17 Autograph ($60), Quotes ($20), Selfies (Free), Professional Photos ($60), and Duo Professional Photo with Demon Slayer co-star Zach Aguilar.

Zach Aguilar

He is a voice actor who is best known for his role voicing Tanjiro Kamado in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, David Martinez in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Genos in the tv series One Punch Man, and in the video game Genshin Impact. He is currently in the tv series Rainbow High: Shine Brighter Together.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($60), Quotes ($20), Selfies ($40), Solo Professional Photo ($60) and Duo Professional Photo with Demon Slayer co-star Abby Trott.

 

Sala Baker

He is an actor and producer known of for his work as The Brute in The Killer, Henchman John in Dangerous Waters, and Scath in Shadow Force.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($60) and Professional Photos ($80)

 

Jerry Trainor

He is best known for his fan-favorite roles on Nickelodeon, including Spencer Shay on iCarly and Crazy Steve on Drake & Josh. He is known for his energetic comedic style and has also starred as Dudley Puppy in the animated series T.U.F.F. Puppy. In addition to his television work, Trainor has appeared in film, voice acting, and the iCarly revival series.
Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($50), Selfies ($50), Autograph/Selfie Combo ($80), and Professional Photos ($70)

 

Larry “The King” Lawler

“The King” is a legendary professional wrestler, commentator, and WWE Hall of Famer. Over his decades-long career, he became one of the most recognizable voices in wrestling as a longtime commentator for WWE’s Raw, while also building a storied in-ring career with numerous championships and iconic rivalries.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

Available for Autographs ($60), Selfies ($60), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($80), and Professional Photos ($80)

 

Elizabeth “Bitsie” Tulloch

She is best known for her role as Lois Lane in the CW series, Superman & Lois where she brings strength, intelligence, and heart to one of the most iconic characters in comic book history. She previously starred as Juliette Silverton/Eve on the hit fantasy drama Grimm. She can also be seen in films and on stage showcasing her range across drama, action, and genre storytelling.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for Autographs ($80), Selfies ($80), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($150), Solo Professional Photo ($100), Duo Professional Photo with Superman & Lois co-star Tyler Hoechlin ($210)

 

Tyler Hoechlin 

He is best known for his starring role as Clark Kent alongside his counterpart Bitsie Tulloch, who plays Lois Lane in the CW series, Superman & Lois. He has also stared as Derek Hale on MTV’s hit series Teen Wolf. His film and television credits also include Road to Perdition, Everybody Wants Some!!, and numerous guest appearances across popular series.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for Autographs ($100), Selfies ($100), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($180), Solo Professional Photo ($120), Duo Professional Photo with Superman & Lois co-star Bitsie Tulloch ($210), Duo Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-star Tyler Posey ($190), Duo Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-star Ian Bohen ($180), Trio Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-stars Tyler Posey and Ian Bohen ($240)

 

Stephanie Sheh

She is a voice actress, voice director, ADR writer, and casting director. She is best known for her anime voice work as Usagi Tsukino in the current dubs of Sailor Moon, Hinata in Naruto, Eureka in Eureka 7 and Yui in Sword Art Online. She also voiced Orihime in Bleach and will be joining her co-stars Johnny Yong Bosch and Michelle Ruff during this Spring’s convention.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($50), Poster Autographs ($60), Premium Autographs ($70), Quotes ($20-$30), Masked Selfies ($5), Solo Professional Photo ($70), Duo Professional Photo with Bleach co-star Johnny Yong Bosch ($110), and Trio Professional Photo with Bleachco-star Johnny Yong Bosch and Michelle Ruff ($160)

 

Tyler Posey

He rose to fame as Scott McCall on MTV’s hit supernatural drama Teen Wolf, a role that made him a fan favorite and launched him into pop culture stardom. Beyond Teen Wolf, he has appeared in film and television projects across action, horror, and comedy. He was in movies like Maid in Manhattan and Truth or Dare and on the TV series Jane the Virgin and Fast & Furious Spy Racers where he voices Tony Toretto. He is also an accomplished musician and performer.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($80), Premium Autographs ($100), Selfies ($60), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($120), Solo Professional Photo ($80), Duo Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-star Tyler Hoechlin ($190), Trio Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-stars Tyler Hoechlin and Ian Boehn ($240)

Ian Bohen 

He is best known for his role as Peter Hale on MTV’s hit supernatural drama Teen Wolf, Ryan in Paramount Network’s Yellowstone, and Lt. Mitch Anderson in Superman & Lois. He has also been in films like If These Walls Could Talk and Wind River.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for Autographs ($50), Selfies ($50), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($80), and Solo Professional Photo ($70), Duo Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-star Tyler Hoechlin ($180), Trio Professional Photo with Teen Wolf co-stars Tyler Hoechlin and Tyler Posey ($240)

 

Charlene Tilton 

She is best known for her role as Lucy Ewing on CBS primetime soap opera Dallas. She has been featured on more than 500 magazine covers, a frequent guest on TV shows like SNL, Family Feud, Circus of the Stars and Hollywood Squares.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($40), Premium Autographs ($50), Selfies ($40), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($60), Solo Professional Photo ($60), Trio Professional Photo with Dallas Co-Stars Patrick Duffy and Linda Gray ($150)

 

Patrick Duffy 

He is best known for his role as Bobby Ewing on the CBS primetime soap opera Dallas. Other key roles include Man From Atlantis, Frank Lambert in the 1990s sitcom Step by Step, and Stephan Logan in Bold and the Beautiful.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($40), Premium Autographs ($50), Selfies ($40), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($60), Solo Professional Photo ($60), Duo Professional Photo with Dallas Co-Star Linda Gray ($110), Trio Professional Photo with Dallas Co-Stars Charlene Tilton and Linda Gray ($150)

 

Linda Gray 

Best known for her role as Sue Ellen Ewing on the CBS primetime soap opera Dallas. She was the poster leg model for the 1967 hit The Graduate. She was a series lead in the 90s show Models Inc. and has appeared on stage in The Graduate, Cinderella, and Terms of Endearment.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($40), Premium Autographs ($50), Selfies ($40), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($60), Solo Professional Photo ($60), Duo Professional Photo with Dallas Co-Star Patrick Duffy ($110), and Trio Professional Photo with Dallas Co-Stars Charlene Tilton and Patrick Duffy ($150)

 

Karl Urban 

Actor known for his commanding screen presence across film and television. He stars as Billy Butcher in The Boys and is widely recognized for his roles as “Bones” McCoy in the Star Trek reboot films, and Eomer in The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Judge Dredd in Dredd.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($100), Premium Autographs ($120), Inscriptions ($50), Selfies ($80), Solo Professional Photo ($100), The Boys Trio Professional Photo with Tomer Capone and Laz Alonso ($230), and The Boys Quad Professional Photo with Tomer Capone, Laz Alonso, and Shawn Ashmore ($290)

 

Patrick Warburton 

Warburton is an actor and voice artist known for his iconic roles playing Elaine’s boyfriend David Puddy, in Seinfeld, Jeff Bingham in Rules of Engagement, as well as the voice of Joe Swanson on Family Guy, Kronk in The Emperor’s New Groove, and Buzz Lightyear in Buzz Lightyear of Star Command.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for Autographs ($60), Selfies ($50), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($100), and Professional Photo ($70)

 

Kane 

Born as Glenn Jacobs, he is known by his ring name Kane and as “The Big Red Machine”. He is a WWE Hall of Fame Wrestler and 3 Time World Heavyweight Champion.

Appearing: Saturday, May 16

Available for Autographs ($80), Selfies ($80), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($100), Professional Photo ($80)

 

Johnny Yong Bosch

Bosch is a multi-talented creative, accomplished martial artist, skilled musician, and award-winning actor and filmmaker. He is most notably known for his portrayal as Adam Park in the TV series, Power Rangers and has done voice over work in various anime and video game franchises like Bleach, Akira, Dragon Ball, and Star Wars: The Old Republic.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for Autographs ($60), Selfies ($60), Autograph/Selfie Combo ($100), Solo Professional Photo ($100), Duo Professional Photo with Bleach co-star Michelle Ruff ($140), Duo Professional Photo with Bleach co-star Stephanie Sheh ($110), and Trio Professional Photo with Bleach co-star Stephanie Sheh and Michelle Ruff ($160)

 

Michelle Ruff

She is a voice actress who has lent her voice to many iconic and favorite anime and video game characters like Ruikia Kuckiki from Bleach, Fujiko Mine from Lupin the 3^rd, Luna from Sailor Moon, Sinon from Sword Art Online, NoHo and Karin from Seven Knights 2. You can also hear her in popular films and TV Shows that she lends a voice to including The Bob’s Burger Movie, Mythic Quest, Flash, Mayfair Witches, Seal Team, and many more.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($50), Premium Autographs ($60), Small Quotes ($20), Large Quotes ($30), Selfies ($50), Recordings ($50), Autograph and Selfie Combo ($90), Solo Professional Photo ($70), Duo Professional Photo with Bleach co-star Johnny Yong Bosch ($140), and Trio Professional Photo with Bleach co-star Johnny Yong Bosch and Stephanie Sheh ($160)

 

Anson Williams

He is known for his roles as Potsie Weber in the TV series Happy Days, as Potsie in the series Sabrina The Teenage Witch, and as Councilman McKenna in the show Baywatch.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($50), Premium Autographs ($80), Video Message ($50), Selfies ($50), Autograph / Selfie Combo ($80), Solo Professional Photo ($70), Duo Professional Photo with Happy Days co-star Don Most ($130)

 

Don Most

Best known for his co-starring role as Ralph in the TV series Happy Days and as Rusty in Glee. He voiced Stiles in Teen Wolf, and Eric the Cavalier in Dungeons & Dragons. Most recently he has starred in Harsens Island Revenge and Unsung Hero.

Appearing: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026

Available for 8×10 Autographs ($50), Premium Autographs ($80), Video Message ($50), Selfies ($50), Autograph / Selfie Combo ($80), Solo Professional Photo ($70), Duo Professional Photo with Happy Days co-star Anson Williams ($130)

 

Nolan North 

North is best known for his voice acting roles in video games like Uncharted: the Nathan Drake Collection, Assassin’s Creed, and Destiny 2 and in TV Series like Port Charles, DreamWorks Dragons, Sanjay and Craig, Pretty Little Liars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Spirit Riding Free, Young Justice, Rick and Morty, Blaze and the Monster and Machines. 

Appearing: Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16

Available for Autographs ($60), Phone Call, Videos, and Voice Recordings ($100), Selfies ($40), Autograph/Selfie Combos ($80), and Professional Photos ($60)

 

Simon Pegg

Pegg is an English actor, writer, and comedian known for his roles in films like Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, The World’s End, Star Trek, and Mission: Impossible. 

Appearing: Saturday, May 16, 2026

Available for Autographs ($95), Premium Autographs ($125), Solo Professional Photos ($110), and Duo Professional Photos with Mission: Impossible co-star Hayley Atwell ($190), Trio Professional Photos with Mission: Impossible co-stars Esai Morales and Hayley Atwell ($240)

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CURRENT ANNOUNCED COMIC GUEST LIST INCLUDES: 

Comic guests will be appearing all three days unless otherwise noted. 

 

Nicholas Draper-Ivey

He is a Michigan-born comic artist and illustrator whose anime-inspired, culture,-rich style is led to high profile work within the Milestone/DC universe.

Jerome Opena

He is a comic artist widely praised for his influential work across mainstream comics, known especially for his collaborations with Rich Remender and Jonathan Hickman, and for the creator-owned series Seven to Eternity.

Drew Moss

He is an illustrator whose distinctive style and bold storytelling have made him a sought-after name in comics. His most notable credits include Copperhead, The Crow, M.A.S.K., Star Wars Adventures, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles along with many others.

Mark Bagley

He is has worked on numerous Marvel titles including, New Warriors, Thunderbolts, Fantastic Four, The Hulk, and X-Men. He is regarded as one of the most prolific and professional artists in the industry.

Ralph Macchio

He is a longtime comic book editor and writer best known for his work at Marvel Comics. He is closely associated with titles such as Daredevil, Thor, the Spider-Man line, and the Ultimate Marvel line.

Colleen Doran

She is a New York Times bestselling cartoonist known for her work on The Sandman, American Gods, Norse Mythology, and the graphic novel adaptation of Good Omens with Terry Pratchett.

Joel Adams

He is a character designed best known for his work on FOX’s Emmy Award-winning King of the Hill as well as Marvel’s Hulk: The Animated Series, and NASCAR Racers, as well as a licensing designer on major franchises including Mighty Morphing Power Rangers.

Todd Nauck

He is a veteran comic book artist with over three decades of work for Marvel and DC comics. He is best known for his extensive Spider-Man work.

Stephanie Phillips

She is a comic book writer known for her work on titles like Spider-Gwen, Harley Quinn, Phoenix, Wonder-Woman, and the smash-hit Daredevil. She has written for top publishers including Marvel, DC, BOOM! Studios, and Image. Her creator-owned series GRIM is soon to be an adult-animated series at Netflix.

 

Scott Snyder

He is a writer of the blockbuster bestselling comics as Batman, Absolute Batman, and the critically acclaimed creator-owned titles American Vampire and Wytches. He is the recipient of two Eisner Awards, a Harvey Award, an Eagle Award, three Stan Lee Awards, and an Inkpot Award.

 

Katie Cook 

Michigan-based writer and illustrator who is the creator of Nothing Special and has worked on Star Wars, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, and Marvel titles.

 

Eric Canete 

Artist and designed with over 20 years of experience in animation, comics, and games. He is known for his stint style in storyboarding and background design for shows like Tron: Uprising, Ben 10: Alien Force, and Beware of Batman. 

 

Rick Leonardi 

Veteran comic book artist with over three decades of experience. He is best known for his work as a penciler on major titles for Marvel, DC, and Dark Horse Comics, including The Amazing Spider-Man, X-Men, Daredevil, Batman, and many others.

 

Robin Jeanes

Illustrator and international sketch card artist. He has created work for companies including Topps / Fanatics, Unstoppable Cards, and Cardsmith’s contributing to major franchises such as Star Wars, Marvel, and DC Comics.

 

Simon Bisley

Painter whose breakthrough work came with Slaine: The Horned God. He is most famously associated with his reinvention of DC Comics anti-hero Lobo.

 

Joel Adams

Character designer best known for his work on FOX’s King of the Hill, as well as Marvel’s Hulk: The Animated Series, NASCAR Racers, Sherlock Holmes in the 22^nd Century, and The Lost World.

 

Darryl Banks 

Comic artist who is best known for his artwork in DC Comic’s Green Lantern and as the co-creator of Kyle Ryner, Parallax, and other characters.

 

Jason Douglas 

Ringo Award-winning Michigan based writer and author of comics, stage plays, and prose. He is a teacher who brings a sharp, thoughtful voice to storytelling that blends genre, history, and emotional depth.

 

Viktor Farro

Award-winning illustrator whose clients include IDW, Wizards of the Coast, Marvel SNAP, OverPower, Skybound Ent., Image Comics, Massive Publishing, Udon Ent. and many more.

 

Jamal Igle 

Award-winning comic artist, writer, and creator with credits dating back to the early 1990s. He is the creator of Molly Danger and co-creator of The Wrong Earth, Venture, and Dudley Datson and the Forever Machine.

 

Adriana Melo 

She is a comic artist who has worked for DC Comics, Marvel, Dark Horse, Titan comics, and Image Comics. She is a penciler for works that include Fantastic Four, Silver Surfer, and more.

 

Todd Nauck

Comic book artist with over three decades of work for Marvel and DC comics. He is best known for his extensive Spider-Man work.

 

Sam De La Rosa

Marvel Comics cover artist who has penciled/inked art for Marvel, DC, Image, Disney, DarkHorse, and Charlton Comics since 1975.

 

Gavin Smith 

Comic artist currently working on an unannounced project for Dark Horse Comics. He’s done with for the ongoing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle series, Power Rangers: Zord Quest and many more. He is the co-creator and artist for Heartpiercer and Dead Legends.

Brian Stelfreeze 

Comic book artist known for his work as a painter, penciller, inker, and colorist for nearly every major U.S. publisher. He is best known for his iconic cover art, most notably over 50 covers from DC’s Shadow of the Bat.

 

Yale Stewart

Award-winning cartoonist best known for his webcomic JL8 as well as his children’s books The Amazing Adventures of Superman.

 

Jay Fosgitt 

This cartoonist lives in Metro Detroit and has won the 2024 National Cartoonists Society Award for best graphic novel Bodie Troll Vol. 1, and So Cute It’s Scary. 

 

Mark Bagley 

Comic Artist known for his work on the Ultimate Spider-Man, The Amazing Spider-Man, and Thunderbolts.

 

Joe Prado 

Comic Artist known for his work in Aquaman, Generations: Shattered, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronan II, and Superman.

 

Matthew Clark  

Comic Artist known for his work on Doom Patrol, Huntress, Justice League Unlimited, and the Outsiders.

 

Cory Smith 

Comic Artist and Illustrator known for his work on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Moon Knight, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Ghost Rider among many others.

Jim Mehsling

Illustrator and Animator known for his work with LEGO, Warner Brothers, Lucas Films, Topps, Dynamite Entertainment.

 

Nathan Szerdy

Artist for DC / MARVEL Comics & More. He is known for his tattoo variant covers with DC Comics, and his graphic novel Lola and The Eleven Secrets.

CURRENT EVENT LISTINGS

All events will take place at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace unless otherwise noted. A full list of attractions can be found under the “Thing To Do” tab at www.MotorCityComicCon.com. 

 

MC3 After Part at The Hub Novi 

Check out the HUB Stadium-Novi for live music, Axe Throwing, Ice Curling, and Football Bowling and MC3 inspired food and drink menu items for an after-hours party!

Pricing: Each guest will receive 15% off their food purchase plus a 10% discount off any active entertainment. Proof of MC3 admission will be required to access these savings.

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15 beginning at 7:30pm / Saturday, May 16 beginning at 7:30pm

Location: The Hub Stadium-Novi

 

Pure Pro Wrestling Event 

Pure Pro Wrestling brings 6 live shows throughout the weekend. Experience non-stop excitement featuring top talent from Pure Pro Wrestling with Ricky Gideon Malice and Drake Pharaoh.
Pricing: $10-$30. Tickets are sold separately. Admission to MC3 is required to attend these events.

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15 at 7:30pm / Saturday, May 16 at 1:30pm, 4:30pm, and 7:30pm / Sunday, May 17 at 1:00pm and 3:00pm

Escape Room Novi 

Step into adventure at the Escape Room Novi booth and test your wits in our 15-minute Dragon’s Lair-themed mobile escape room. Brave the challenge with friends or take on our fast-paced 5-Minute Hot Seat solo puzzle to prove you have what it takes to escape.

Pricing: $5 for Hot Seat / $10 for Dragon’s Trial per ticket

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17. Times vary throughout the weekend.

 

Scott Snyder and Stephanie Phillips Premium Panel Event

Join acclaimed comic creators Scott Snyder and Stephanie Phillips for an exclusive premium panel at Motor City Comic Con. “Writing Street Level Heroes” is a special, limited-capacity experience where fans can go beyond the page and hear directly from two powerhouse writers behind some of comics’ most compelling characters and stories.

Pricing: $100 per ticket. Tickets are sold separately. Admission to MC3 is required to attend these events.

Date & Time: Saturday, May 16 from 5:30pm-7:00pm

 

Free N’ Fun BINGO 

Free n’ Fun is offering a wide variety of options for guests of all ages to play throughout the weekend including Family BINGO, Sing Along Music BINGO, Trivia, and Squid Game Style Trivia.

Pricing: Free

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17 – Times vary.

Sketch Duels 

Watch your favorite artists and illustrators battle it out, live on stage during our fan favorite Sketch Duels! Anyone attending the panel will be entered into a raffle for the sketches created.

Pricing: Free

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17 – Times vary.

Cosplay Contest (Ages 13+) 

Open to ages 13+. Show off your costume! The Cosplay Contest will be split into two divisions: The Cosplay Showcase and Craftsmanship Competition. Prizing will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winners.

Pricing: $15 per person. Registration is required.

Date & Time: Saturday, May 16 at 5:30pm

Kid’s Cosplay Contest 

Come out and strut your stuff and show off your costumes! Open to kids 12 and under.

Pricing: No Fee. Registration is not required.

Date & Time: Sunday, May 17 at 3:30pm (Please arrive 15 minutes prior).

Anime Movie Screenings

The Anime Club of Michigan allows you to enjoy anime screenings like Dragon Ball, Photon Space Sailor Starlight, and Xanadu-Dragon Slayer Denetsu.

Pricing: No Fee.

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17

New Dawn Kyber Squadron

Classes will allow students to learn the fundamentals of LED Swordsmanship as practiced by NDKS Combatants from the Swordsmanship Museum and Academy.

Pricing: Shows are Free to Attend / Classes are $15 each

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday,  May 17

Rough Magic Games D&D

Jump into Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role-playing games with fellow adventurers.

Pricing: Free to Play. Free to Participate.

Dates & Times: Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday,  May 17

Additional celebrity guests, comic guests, exhibitors, and events will be announced in the coming weeks. 

For more information, visit www.MotorCityComicCon.com

 

Motor City Comic Con Prices & Packages

All tickets and wristbands can be purchased online at www.MotorCityComicCon.com

*Additional processing fees will apply at checkout.

Online sales will end at 8:00am each day, May 15-19, 2026. After 8:00am tickets will need to be purchased at the box office.

 

Wristbands 

Motor City Comic Con has an additional convenience feature for guests who want to bypass the event entry ticket lines and get into the convention faster, by having their MC3 wristband shipped or picked up in advance. For a $15 shipping fee, wristbands can be delivered in the weeks leading up to the convention, anywhere within the continental U.S. VIP Wristband shipping is included if purchased prior to April 19, 2026. The deadline for the shipping option is Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 11:59pm EST.  MC3 wristbands are also available for early pick up, free of charge. Pick up along with purchasing wristbands will be available at the box office at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace, Monday, May 11 – Wednesday, May 13 from 12:00pm-8:00pm, each day.

Adult admission tickets (ages 13 and up):

• Friday Pass

$38* online purchase / $43 at the door

• Saturday Pass

$48* online purchase / $53 at the door

• Sunday Pass

$43* online purchase / $48 at the door

• Adult Weekend Pass

$105* online purchase / $115 at the door

• VIP Fan Pass (details below)

$285*online purchase / $299 at the door

Children admission tickets (ages 6-12)

Kids 5 and under are FREE all weekend with a paid adult.

• Friday Child Pass (ages 6-12)

$5* online purchase / $10 at the door

• Saturday Child Pass (ages 6-12)

$10* online purchase / $20 at the door

• Sunday is Kid’s Day

All children under 12 are FREE with a paid adult

• Child Weekend Pass (ages 6-12)

$15* online purchase / $25 at the door

 

VIP Adult Fan Pass:**

Package Includes

Weekend Pass: May 15-17, 2026

VIP Badge

Exclusive MC3 Bag

VIP Seating in Panels (Excludes Paid Events)

VIP Fast Pass for Autographs & Photo Op LINES

Exclusive MC3 Lanyard

$25 Gift Certificate to the MC3 Merch Booth

Free Shipping if purchased prior to April 19, 2026

VIP Print

(All Autographs and photo ops sold separately)

**Limited VIP Passes available. Admission and VIPs not guaranteed for purchase at the door if sold out prior to the show.

Motor City Comic Con will be taking place Friday, May 15 – Sunday, May 17, 2026. 

Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace

46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, Michigan.

Friday, May 15, 2026 – 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Saturday, May 16, 2026 – 10:00am – 7:00pm

Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 10:00am – 5:00pm

Follow Motor City Comic Con:

Facebook: @MotorCityComicCon

Instagram and Twitter: @MotCityComicCon

ABOUT MOTOR CITY COMIC CON: 

Michigan’s largest pop-culture event since 1989, Motor City Comic Con gathers comic book and multimedia dealers from across the country, offering a vast variety of pop-culture merchandise, including comics, art, t-shirts, movie memorabilia, posters and more. Over 250 comic book creators, writers and artists are featured at Motor City Comic Con each year, as well as actors from the television and movie industry. Motor City Comic Con offers fun for kids young and old. For more information, visit http://www.motorcitycomiccon.com