Apr 30 – May 2, 2027 · Chicago, IL
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Key dates
- Jan 7, 2027Early Bird pricing ends9:59 PM PT / 12:59 AM ET
- Jan 8, 2027Price Increase #110 PM PT / 1 AM ET
- Feb 21, 2027Ticket mailing deadline (buy by this date to have tickets mailed)9:59 PM PT / 12:59 AM ET
- Mar 14, 2027Standard shipping cutoff (US)9:59 PM PT / 12:59 AM ET
- Mar 21, 2027Expedited shipping cutoff (US)9:59 PM PT / 12:59 AM ET
- Apr 16, 2027Price Increase #210 PM PT / 1 AM ET
- Date TBAC2E2 2027 tickets on sale now
- Apr 30 – May 2, 2027Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2027
Tickets
- How
- Buy tickets online
Tickets are sold online on c2e2.com (or at participating retailers, coming soon) on a first-come basis with tiered price increases; no lottery and no phone sales. - At the door
- No, buy online
No. There is no box office: all C2E2 tickets must be ordered online (or at a participating retailer), and not by phone. If you order after the February 21 mailing deadline, you pick up your badge at Will Call in the North Hall (Level 3) with your ID and the QR code from your confirmation email. - Kids
- Attendees 6 and up need a ticket (5 and under free); Kids tickets are valid only for ages 6-12, 13+ need an adult ticket; under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian
| Celebrity VIPPrice shown includes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $420.73 |
|---|---|
| VIPIncludes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $377.13 |
| 3-Day General AdmissionIncludes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $137.33 |
| FridayIncludes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $50.14 |
| SaturdayIncludes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $71.94 |
| SundayIncludes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $61.04 |
| Family VIP (2 adults + 2 kids, 3 days)Includes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $431.62 |
| Kids 3-Day (ages 6-12)Includes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $39.24 |
| Kids Single Day (ages 6-12)Includes ticket, service fee and 9% tax | $28.34 |
Prices as posted on the official site on Oct 18, 2026. Fees and tax may be extra.
How to get C2E2 tickets
C2E2 2027 tickets are on sale now on c2e2.com, first come first served, and the price goes up on set dates. There's no lottery.
At the door: No, buy online. Details
1Before you buy
- Optional: a paid Popverse C2E2 Superfan membership gets a presale (two per ticket type).
2Buying
- Buy online at c2e2.com. Tickets can't be bought by phone.
- Early Bird pricing ends Jan 7, 2027 at 11:59 PM CT. Prices go up on Jan 8 and again on Apr 16.
- Limits per order: 6 for 3-Day and VIP, 15 for Kids. Orders split across names, emails or addresses are all cancelled.
- Kids tickets are for ages 6 to 12.
3After you buy
- Buy by Feb 21, 2027 to get your tickets mailed to a US address. Later or international orders are picked up at Will Call with photo ID and the QR email.
- Tickets can't be resold or transferred, and lost tickets are replaced at full price.
!Common mistakes
- Splitting orders to get around the limit.
- Buying after Feb 21 and expecting the tickets in the mail.
- Buying a Kids ticket for someone 13 or older.
- Buying from an unauthorized reseller.
From the official site and FAQ: frequently asked questions · tickets. Checked Oct 18, 2026.
Venue
McCormick Place (South Building)
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL
| Fri, Apr 30General show hours (FAQ: Friday 10 AM-7 PM) | 10 AM–7 PM |
|---|---|
| Sat, May 1General show hours (FAQ: Saturday 10 AM-7 PM) | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Sun, May 2General show hours (FAQ: Sunday 10 AM-5 PM) | 10 AM–5 PM |
Good to know
- Under 18
- FAQ: 'all minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent and/or guardian.' Terms of Service: minors under 13 MUST attend with a guardian; minors 6+ need their own credentials.
- ID
- Carry a valid photo ID at all times; be prepared to show proof of age onsite.
- Badge pickup
- North Hall, Level 3 (FAQ calls it 'a new location in 2026'); Will Call days and hours to be posted closer to the show.
- Bags
- Bag checks may occur; Security may include walkthrough/handheld scanners, canine detection.
- Props & costumes
- Daily Prop Check near the entrance with a marking that changes each day; banned: metal blades, real/airsoft/BB guns, hard bats/clubs, functional bows, glass props; melee props up to 150 cm (180 cm narrow staff), shields up to 1 m, realistic imitation firearms need a bright muzzle tip.
- Transfers & refunds
- No refunds or exchanges.
- Accessibility
- ADA requests (companion tickets, ASL, wheelchair/scooter) to [email protected]; Scootaround rentals 888-441-7575; medical assistance stickers at ADA Desk; Quiet Room N131; Family Room N130.
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Quick answers
When is Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2027?
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2027 is Apr 30 – May 2, 2027 at McCormick Place (South Building) in Chicago, IL.
When do C2E2 2027 tickets go on sale?
The official site has not posted a tickets sale date yet.
How do you get C2E2 tickets?
Tickets are sold online on c2e2.com (or at participating retailers, coming soon) on a first-come basis with tiered price increases; no lottery and no phone sales.
Can you buy C2E2 tickets at the door?
No. There is no box office: all C2E2 tickets must be ordered online (or at a participating retailer), and not by phone. If you order after the February 21 mailing deadline, you pick up your badge at Will Call in the North Hall (Level 3) with your ID and the QR code from your confirmation email.
Can kids go to C2E2?
Attendees 6 and up need a ticket (5 and under free); Kids tickets are valid only for ages 6-12, 13+ need an adult ticket; under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian
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