A group of Comic-Con attendees dressed as mariachi-inspired storm troopers stand under a Comic-Con banner on July 26, 2025.
San Diego Comic-Con is one of the most celebrated pop-culture events in San Diego. The streets are wrapped in promotional art and decked out for upcoming shows and movies, and people dress up in their most creative, fan-inspired outfits. This year will be no different. With more than 1,000 exhibitors and 2,000 hours of programming last year alone, it can be difficult to figure out where to go and what to see.
So, KPBS is asking you what you want us to cover at 2026 Comic-Con. It can be anything from cosplay culture, comic-book artistry, books, authors and games to where to get the best snacks and drinks outside the convention center (my favorite was the Barbie Cafe last year). We’re leaving it up to you, dear reader, to take the (super) power into your hands and tell us what you want to see.
Attention podcast fans! Join KPBS for The Art of Protest, featuring live recordings of three signature podcasts Join us on Sunday July 12, 2026 from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. to see KPBS Midday Edition, Port of Entry and The Finest in front of a live studio audience. Together, the three podcasts will explore the art of protest in our democracy as part of the America 250 commemoration, examining how people use advocacy, comedy, art and storytelling to spark conversation and create change. Hear from local civil rights leaders, comedian Lourdes Ayon and artist Koy Sun. After the recordings, stay for a reception where you can meet the guests and connect with the podcast teams. Ticket includes entrance to the live podcast recordings, parking and light bites. The first 50 people to register/purchase tickets will receive a free KPBS podcast T-shirt of their choice, available for pickup at the event.Come be part of the conversation and experience the energy of live podcasting!
Leslie Gonzalez is a writer and editor from San Diego. Her fiction has been published in Mythos Magazine and Indie IT Press, and her editorial work has appeared in Locale, OK, Whatever and Flaunt.
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