Veteran Comic Con

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who gave so much in service to our country.

Veteran Comic Con was created to support veterans through creativity, connection, and community, and we carry that mission forward every day. 🎨❤️

Join us in Oakland on November 14th as we celebrate veteran creators and continue that mission at VeteranComicCon.org

05/14/2026

Last chance to vote! Voting ends today at 7PM PT.

Friend of VVeteran Comic Conand featured Veteran Artist, Anthony Debose-McCree (CCrumbbum, is in the running for The People’s Artist. You can vote for FREE here: https://peoplesartist.org/2026/anthony-debose--bxL3

Let’s show up for a veteran creator!!


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I Make Art Out Of A Compulsion. If I Don’t Create After A While A Don’t Feel Complete. And If Someone Likes It Even Better

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from Veteran Comic Con 💐

Thank you to all of the the moms, grandmas, and mother-figures in our community for the love, strength, and steady support you give every day.

05/05/2026

May the 4th be with you! ✨

Big shoutout to the Star Wars cosplayers who brought the magic to Veteran Comic Con! Especially the Golden Gate Garrison and GIANT R2-D2 ( what a moment!).

Thank you for showing up for the community and making Veteran Comic Con unforgettable!

Robert Stewart is the writer, artist and publisher of the graphic novel series Afterburner Tales of The Cool and The Wicked.

05/05/2026

Friend of Veteran Comic Con and featured Veteran Artist, Anthony Debose-McCree (Crumbbum), is in the running for The People’s Artist and he’s currently #1 in his group.

✅ You can vote once per day (FREE) here:
https://peoplesartist.org/2026/anthony-debose--bxL3

Let’s show up for a veteran creator!!! 🙌


The People's Artist

I Make Art Out Of A Compulsion. If I Don’t Create After A While A Don’t Feel Complete. And If Someone Likes It Even Better

04/18/2026

Street Fighter trailer got us hyped! 😄 Perfect excuse to share this fun moment from our cosplay contest! 🔥

Shoutout to nikitadollface (Cammy 👀💚) & monty.senpai (Guile 💪🇺🇸) for jumping in and making the event even better!!

Veteran Comic Con • Oakland • Nov. 14, 2026

04/16/2026

New Street Fighter trailer just dropped 🔥
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xt4X4FvXk2A

Throwback: during the last Veteran Comic Con our cosplay contest had Cammy (2nd place)👀💚 and Guile (3rd place) 💪🇺🇸

FIGHT! Watch the Official Trailer for , hitting theaters everywhere October 16.  Set in 1993, estranged Street Fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) ...

04/14/2026

Reminder 🔔 Vendors wanted for Veteran Comic Con (Oakland • Nov. 14, 2026)!

We’re still building the vendor lineup, so if you’d like to vend or exhibit at Veteran Comic Con (comics, art, prints, collectibles, tabletop, etc.), apply here:
Veterancomiccon.org/event-6488538

Booths are free for Veterans (limited spots), but ALL are welcome to apply!

If you want to be involved in some other way, reach out at veterancomiccon.org/contact

Booths are FREE for Military Veterans! Sign-up now to qualify - spots are limited, so apply today! We’ll confirm vendors in waves as planning progresses.

03/13/2026

We’re building toward Veteran Comic Con in Oakland, Nov. 14, 2026.

We are looking for a few community partners who want to support veterans through creative expression, wellness, and connection.

Support can look like sponsorship funding, donations (food & beverages, printing, supplies, etc.), raffle items, guest appearance/performance, etc.

If your business or organization wants to help, get in touch ASAP!

Sponsorship details: https://veterancomiccon.org/Sponsor
Contact us: https://veterancomiccon.org/Contact

At Veteran Comic Con well-being is at the forefront of what we’re working together towards. Our programs and activities are designed to be a catalyst that helps community members reach their goals and fulfill their potential. Learn more about the positive impact we have and join us in bringing abo...

01/30/2026

📍 EVENT DATE CONFIRMED: Veteran Comic Con is locked in for Oakland, CA - Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 at Oakstop!

We’re building the vendor lineup now. If you want to vend or exhibit (comics, art, prints, collectibles, tabletop, etc.), apply here:
https://veterancomiccon.org/event-6488538 ✍️

This event is open to everyone and booths are free for Veterans!

Follow to stay in the loop and reach out if you want to learn more ways to be involved.

Booths are FREE for Military Veterans! Sign-up now to qualify - spots are limited, so apply today! We’ll confirm vendors in waves as planning progresses.