Top Panels to Catch at New York Comic Con 2025
New York Comic Con storms into the Javits Center October 9–12 with wall-to-wall premieres, cast reunions, and first looks across the Main and Empire Stages. Find out which shows are getting their day in the sun at this year’s edition below, and then get your NYCC tickets at Event Tickets Center!
Javits Center: Where Everyone Assembles!
While pop culture fans might know this venue as NYCC’s home base, all kinds of Javits Center events happen year-round. Art lovers see this spot as a hub for The Armory Show fair, but it’s also a great place to catch tech gatherings like AI Summit and, of course, the New York International Auto Show. This big-event muscle means Javits is filled with clear signage, efficient crowd flow, and multiple giant rooms under one roof, making it easy to hop between Main, Empire, and panel halls all Comic-Con weekend.
Thursday's Grand Unveiling
Opening day sets the tone with cinematic world-building and fantasy deep dives.
Invincible
Prime Video’s superhero juggernaut powers into NYCC with “Probably the Best Invincible Panel in the History of Invincible Panels” at Empire Stage on Friday, 5:30 p.m. The “Invincible” TV series cast will be there, with megastars like Steven Yeun, Gillian Jacobs, and co-creator Robert Kirkman trading behind-the-scenes stories and teasing what’s next. With “Invincible” season 4 targeted for 2026 (and Matthew Rhys joining the cast), expect fresh teases and surprises for diehards.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
HBO’s latest “Game of Thrones” spin-off assembles the cast of “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” on the Empire Stage (Thu, 12:00 p.m.). Confirmed guests so far include author George R.R. Martin, showrunner Ira Parker, and leads Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell. Expect a lore-rich primer on the prequel’s premise: set about a century before “GoT,” the series follows a humble hedge knight and his sharp-tongued squire on the roads of Westeros. While the show is slated for an early 2026 release, there have been rumors of delays, and NYCC might be the place to find out more.
Friday's Fan Frenzy
Friday stacks some genre heavyweights (animation in the afternoon, horror and survival after dark), so plan 15-minute buffers between room flips.
Hazbin Hotel
The “Trust Us” panel hits the Main Stage on Friday, Oct 10 at 2:15 p.m., packing creator Vivienne Medrano and a stacked crew of “Hazbin Hotel” cast members, including Erika Henningsen, Blake Roman, Amir Talai, Kimiko Glenn, and more. Expect breaking news, a Q&A, and last-minute reveals before “Hazbin Hotel” season 2 premieres Oct 29 on Prime Video. Pro tip: it’s a great time to ask about behind-the-scenes stories about SDCC’s big casting note, Patrick Stump from Fall Out Boy, who voices Abel this season.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon
On Friday, Oct 10, 8:30–9:15 p.m., the cast of “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon” and EPs huddle up at Main Stage, Hall 1D to dissect Season 3’s final two episodes and roll exclusive footage. Expect buzz around Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride appearances (plus franchise brain trust Scott M. Gimple, David Zabel, Greg Nicotero), and fresh teases tied to the newly announced fourth and final season. New episodes air on AMC and stream on AMC+, an ideal prep for the Q&A fireworks.
Saturday's Bonanza
NYCC’s biggest crowds hit Saturday, so it’s best to anchor one big-room reservation, then weave in mid-size sessions for breathing room between tentpoles.
Bob’s Burgers
Flip to Saturday for a milestone celebration with the “Bob’s Burgers” cast on the Main Stage (Javits–Hall 1D) at 2:00 p.m., Oct 11. Creator Loren Bouchard and supervising director Bernard Derriman are set to join stars H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal, Eugene Mirman, Dan Mintz, and Larry Murphy for behind-the-scenes stories, audience Q&A, and exclusive clips as part of the build-up to the show’s 300th episode. Expect teases about the special’s premise and the improv chaos fans love.
It: Welcome to Derry
HBO’s pre-premiere scarefest hits the Empire Stage on Saturday, Oct 11 at 11:00 a.m. Expect a creative-heavy lineup (Andy and Barbara Muschietti seem likely) and possibly stars like Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, and James Remar as they unveil new footage and detail the series’ 1962-set origins of Pennywise. With the “It: Welcome to Derry” release date set for October 26, 2025, NYCC should be the last big tease with nods to the Black Spot tragedy and other dark chapters from Stephen King lore.
Sunday's Animated Grand Finale
Family-friendly energy rules Sunday: animation anchors the Main Stage while creator-led Q&As lean into fan participation.
Phineas and Ferb
Sunday brings sing-alongs and nostalgia: the “Phineas and Ferb” voice cast reunites with co-creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh, plus Vincent Martella (Phineas) and David Errigo Jr. (Ferb), for sneak peeks and new-season teases. With Season 5 now airing on Disney Channel (streaming next day on Disney+), expect fresh songs, guest-star chatter, and classic Doofenshmirtz chaos—surprise appearances remain in play.
Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake
Multiverse mayhem lands on the Main Stage Sunday, Oct 12 at 12:45 p.m., where “Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake” showrunner Adam Muto joins stars Madeleine Martin (Fionna), Roz Ryan (Cake), and Ashly Burch for an exclusive Season 2 sneak peek and creator Q&A. Look for fresh footage, behind-the-scenes insights, and teases about what’s next for our gender-swapped heroes.
All in One Place!
NYCC 2025 is stacked, with plenty of panels of top-level talent and exciting sneak peeks ahead. Don’t miss your spot in the multiverse: book tickets with Event Tickets Center and see the biggest moments in pop culture live!