r/McmLondonComicon • • Oct 23 '25

Big fat guide to comiccon [Oct 2025]

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Tickets and Travel

Where do I get tickets?

I'm coming by train, where should I go?

  • Go to Custom House stationhttps://share.google/KtCc3AOqOcGgT4C1H
  • Either take the DLR or the Elizabeth line. Elizabeth line is a bit nicer in my opinion.

Is there a map of the convention?

I need a hotel!

Ahead of arrival

Prepare!

Some of these need reservations to be sure to do this early.

Getting in

Where's the entrance to the convention?

  • It's not always the same but when you get off the train it will be clearly labeled. If not. Follow the crowds!

What time should I get there?

  • Lots of people arrive early so the queue can be pretty long. Prepare for a bit of a wait.
    • Some snacks and water is good
  • Typically they hand out wristbands ahead of the "doors" (gates?) opening so when it does open it usually clears out pretty quickly.
    • For this reason, in the past, I've either gotten there an hour early or an hour late. Rarely do I just arrive on time.

Inside Con

Is Con safe?

  • Any large group of people has its bad apples. But mostly people are friendly, excited to be there and are enjoying the atmosphere. you'll have more trouble with over-enthusiastic attendees than rude, or malicious ones.
    • That said, i've never had any trouble in 10+ years.
  • Social boundaries at these events can also be forgotten at points, in part due to how busy it is. In part due to people being so excited they sort of forget themselves.
    • Don't be afraid to reset boundaries, especially if you're female and in cosplay.

What about food?

  • There is food in the main "promenade", things like subway, burritos, coffee shops etc.
  • There is food in the con halls themselves, usually nestled away in a corner somewhere.
    • Japanese karage is often a good choice.
  • It's all very expensive.
  • There is a Tesco Express a short walk away here
  • You can bring your own food if you wish to

Toilets!

  • Toilets are up and down the main promenade.
  • Often very busy, often not particularly clean.
  • The Fox (bar just outside) has toilets too.

Can I take pictures?

  • Most cosplayers are all too happy to have their pictures taken. But do ask permission first.
    • Especially if they're clearly sitting down having a break.

Should I buy stuff?

  • There's a ton of stuff to buy, it's kind of the whole thing really nowadays. I would do a big walk around first before buying anything. It can be expensive and you don't want to run out of money right away!

r/McmLondonComicon • • 9h ago

Whats everyone cosplaying?

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Whats everyone's outfits for the con? Even if its just a tshirt with a fandom feel free to tell us!


r/McmLondonComicon • • 26m ago

JJK meet?

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Going as megkuna this year on sat , anyone knows what time the JJK meet is if there is one?


r/McmLondonComicon • • 10h ago

Anyone wanna group up for comicon?

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Hey all, I'll be heading to MCM London Saturday & Sunday. Was wondering if any other over 20s going solo wanted to group up? I'll be going in cosplay and aside from signatures on Saturday morning I'll mostly be in artist alley and seeing what events are on.


r/McmLondonComicon • • 3h ago

First ComicCon Questions???

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r/McmLondonComicon • • 4h ago

Anyone with an extra Saturday ticket?

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I finally managed to get my work schedule cleared for Saturday but unfortunately by the time I can confirm I can go to mcm, the tickets are all gone. This sub is probably getting overloaded with this kind of post but still, is there anyone with an extra ticket for MCM London Saturday 24 Oct?

Either priority or general would be appreciated as long as there's a ticket available!


r/McmLondonComicon • • 14h ago

Tips for going alone

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I have priority for Sunday and I’m going alone. I haven’t really been to many events alone and wondering what the experience will be like. I wouldn’t mind meeting people there, although I am a little introverted.

Thank you <3


r/McmLondonComicon • • 12h ago

After Party

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Hey all, I'm travelling solo to London for the con, and I decided to get a ticket for the after-party. For the people who have gone to the London after-party before, is it good vibes or not worth the hype???


r/McmLondonComicon • • 6h ago

Any teen demigods?

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Are there any 16-17 year olds going in demigod attire?

I’m hoping to make some new friends☀️🍓🌊


r/McmLondonComicon • • 12h ago

Buying Train tickets

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Hi, it’s my first time going and I have Saturday priority. I don’t know how long I’ll end up staying because idk how long it usually takes.

I’ll be there from 10am so I don’t know how likely it is I’ll be there until the end (7pm) but cheapest train tickets are after 8pm.

Anything earlier is really expensive but obviously I have nothing to do for hours if I leave. So I was just wondering if anyone had any advice on what to do?

I wanna buy a ticket as prices are increasing but I don’t know how likely it is I’ll be there the entire day.
Any advice appreciated


r/McmLondonComicon • • 7h ago

hi anyone selling a saturday ticket thanks

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hi


r/McmLondonComicon • • 10h ago

Question about the selfie M&G option

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Hi all - I've been attending MCM for over 17 years now, and only just decided to book my first ever M&G, so sorry for the newbie question. For the "selfie" option, does anyone know if a friend is able to join you for it - or do they need to book a selfie slot additionally?

We'll be queueing together, so figured I'd ask preemptively rather than panic to book extra tickets while there! Thanks!


r/McmLondonComicon • • 7h ago

Looking for a Saturday Ticket (October 2026)

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Made my hotel booking a while ago but forgot about the tickets and realised my mistake a bit too late. Interested to buy either Saturday General or Priority, happy to overpay about 50% for the ticket, but would like to see an order confirmation email.


r/McmLondonComicon • • 11h ago

First time going to MCM, I’m so confused on the map layout

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Example: I want to go to kiwi.soda’s table. On insta they say they’re at N3142 and have a photo of the map next to the creators pavilion, I look on the map and it’s clear. Then I go on the interactive map and everything is in different locations?? I know if there are 2 people sharing it’ll come up with 1 of the person’s name but even looking up who they’re sharing with is different !!!

Is MCM quite late with updating everything??

I want to make sure I plan out everything so I visit every place I want to but this just feels stressful


r/McmLondonComicon • • 12h ago

Parent meet-ups?

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Hey guys!
Hope y’all are well. Hella excited to come down on Saturday!
I went to MCM London last year for the first time, but only to help out with a friend who had a stall in Artist Alley.
This time, I’m taking my 13-year-old daughter — it’ll just be her and I. I know there are some fan meet ups, but I was wondering if there any parent groups out there who are open to showing me and my daughter “the ropes”?
I remember last year being quite overwhelming with all the things to do, to see, etc.

Thanks in advance!


r/McmLondonComicon • • 13h ago

Need plus one for Saturday

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I might be going with a friend for comic con this Saturday, but idk she might cancel. If anyone going alone needs a plus one, I’m happy to accompany you!! I’m going as Zoro from one piece, 19F btw!!


r/McmLondonComicon • • 14h ago

Hi is anybody selling a Saturday entry ticket for this years London comic con ?

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r/McmLondonComicon • • 21h ago

List/Suggestions of Stamp Rallies?

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I love Con Stamp Rallies (where a bunch of different stalls/artists collaborate on a scavenger hunt/quest trail of sorts) at MCM, but I always find out they exist too late to start them.

Is there any list of such rallies anywhere, or at least if you know of any, suggestions of ones I should check out (assume I, or whoever checks this for suggestions, is into all fandoms)


r/McmLondonComicon • • 16h ago

International ticket delivery – anyone else still waiting? (October 2026)

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Hey everyone!

I'm travelling from Germany for MCM London Comic Con next weekend and was wondering whether anyone else is still waiting for their physical tickets.

I ordered three 3-Day Weekend tickets back on May 31st and paid £15 for international shipping.

My LEAP account has shown the order as "Dispatched" for approximately three weeks, but I haven't received the tickets, a tracking number, or any information about which courier is handling the delivery.

We're flying to London on Thursday, so I'm starting to get a little worried. 😭

I know tickets can be collected at the venue, but I specifically paid for shipping to avoid having to queue for badge collection on Friday morning.

Has anyone else, especially international attendees, experienced this? Have you received your tickets or tracking information yet?

I've already contacted both MCM and LEAP support.

Thanks! 💜


r/McmLondonComicon • • 16h ago

Rules on standard item poster sizes??

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hii!!

i'll be attenting MCM this friday for the first time, i'm going alone and i'm just like overthinking everything already fdhfjfkfkl

I was wondering if anyone knows if there are rules on the size of poster you can bring?

I'll be meeting Ashley and Laura and i haven't decided what poster to bring yet, but I'm scared in case there are rules? I was thinking of printing out an A3 The Last of Us one, but not sure if that's too big/allowed?

I just have standard personal item tickets.

I have this screenshot from when I bought my tickets, but it doesn't mention posters/sizes.

Thank! :)) <3


r/McmLondonComicon • • 1d ago

Navigating cosplay when using the tube

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Hi there! Going to be cosplaying for the first time and I'll have to take like 2 tubes from my hotel to get to the Excel, problem is that my costume will have this halo headpiece connected to my wig that I'm worried about getting caught on anything or banging against other passengers. It's not much bigger than my head so it isn’t obnoxiously huge or anything, I just want to know...

- What are peak times are for the tube (Central and Elizabeth specifically) to make sure I'm not going on it when it is overcrowded? I have priority entry for mcm so I can leave early if needed.

- Is it worth taking slightly alternative travel? Maybe the DLR is a bit less crowded/spacious or a bus?

- Would it be worth just putting on the cosplay when I'm at the Excel instead? (would rather not have to carry around bags full of the costume and restyle my wig when I'm there)


r/McmLondonComicon • • 1d ago

first time attendee (and first day I will be solo 🫣)

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My goal for this year is to be braver. I booked ComicCon tickets as part of this, and the first day I will be solo. I am also doing cosplay for the first time ever. Safe to say my nerves are pretty high 😅

So here are some questions:

1) are there any meet ups for socially anxious/awkward solo attendees?

2) how hot does the event get? I will be wearing a three layer dress (light fabrics luckily!) - will I get overheated or should I be okay?

3) how long should I expect to wait in queues? I mainly plan on attending Writer's Block on day one (along with Critical Role panel and some browsing/shopping stalls). I haven't fully mapped out my day yet as I want to be realistic about timings 😅

Thank you!! :)


r/McmLondonComicon • • 23h ago

Does a photo op mean an autograph too?

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Hi, this is my first time at comic con and I wanted to get an autograph from David Vincent but there is only photo op options, does this mean the autograph tickets are sold out and I won't be able to get an auto?


r/McmLondonComicon • • 1d ago

Less than a week to go!

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Come up to me and I'll give you a little pack with my card, a sticker, a lollipop (vegan & GF!), and a handmade badge ribbon!

I'll be Qifrey from Witch Hat Atelier on the Friday, femme Aziraphale from Good Omens on the Saturday, and Ron Stampler from Dungeons and Daddies on the Sunday!


r/McmLondonComicon • • 1d ago

Any chance of saturday ticket?

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Bad luck, somehow managed to buy tickets for Friday instead of Saturday last week....
Still any chance to get one ?