Comic Con Nebraska Returns for Its Second Year on August 8–9, 2026
Omaha's Homegrown Comic Con Expands with Legendary Comic Creators, Animation Talent, and Fan-Favorite Voice Actors
Omaha, NE – (July 8, 2026) – Following a successful inaugural event, Comic Con Nebraska is back for its second year, returning to the CHI Health Center Omaha on August 8–9, 2026. The family-friendly convention will once again bring together comic book creators, animation professionals, voice actors, exhibitors, gaming, cosplay, panels, and interactive experiences for fans of all ages.
This year's lineup features an outstanding roster of acclaimed comic book creators and animation professionals. Guests include Jeremy Haun and Jason Hurley, creators of The Beauty, the acclaimed comic series now adapted into a television series on Hulu starring Ashton Kutcher; Whilce Portacio, co-founder of Image Comics and creator of the iconic X-Men character Bishop; Kevin Mellon, whose animation career includes work across 10 seasons of the Emmy Award-winning Archer on FX and directing Season 2 of Hulu's Hit-Monkey; and legendary writer Christopher Priest, co-creator of Static Shock and acclaimed writer of Black Panther.
Fans of anime and animation will also have the opportunity to meet an incredible lineup of voice actors. Christopher Sabat, known for voicing Vegeta in Dragon Ball Z, Roronoa Zoro in One Piece, and All Might in My Hero Academia, headlines this year's guest list alongside Elizabeth Maxwell, recognized for her performances as Midnight in My Hero Academia, Ymir in Attack on Titan, and Motoko Kusanagi in Ghost in the Shell: Arise. Joining them is Jason Liebrecht, whose credits include Beru in Solo Leveling, Dabi in My Hero Academia, and Rob Lucci in One Piece.
In addition to celebrity guests, Comic Con Nebraska will once again feature an expansive Artist Alley and exhibitor hall showcasing original artwork, comics, collectibles, handcrafted goods, pop culture merchandise, and creations from regional and national artists. Fans can also enjoy cosplay, family-friendly programming, interactive panels, workshops, tabletop gaming, role-playing games, and arcade gaming throughout the weekend.
The event will take place on Saturday, August 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, August 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Children 12 and under receive free admission, while adult general admission begins at $26. Daily wristbands are required for entry, and tickets are available now at ComicConNebraska.com.
"After seeing the incredible response from fans during our inaugural event, we're excited to return with an even bigger celebration of comics, animation, gaming, and pop culture," said the Comic Con Nebraska organizing team. "Our goal continues to be creating a welcoming, family-friendly event that brings together creators, fans, and the local community while showcasing some of the biggest names in the industry."
Comic Con Nebraska is produced by Octopus Events Group (OEG), whose founders helped launch some of North America's most recognizable fan conventions, including Emerald City Comic Con, Calgary Expo, and Rose City Comic Con. Their mission is to create high-quality, community-driven events that celebrate creativity while connecting fans and creators in meaningful ways.
Applications for Artist Alley, exhibitor booths, panel presentations, and press credentials are now available and can be found HERE. Additional guest announcements and programming updates will be released in the coming weeks.
To stay informed about guest announcements, schedules, and event updates, sign up for the newsletter at ComicConNebraska.com. For press inquiries, interview opportunities, and press badge applications please contact Shelby O'Malley at shelby@lindarothpr.com. All high-res images from past conventions hosted by Octopus Events Group click HERE.
About Octopus Events Group (OEG)
Octopus Events Group (OEG) is an event production company founded by some of North America’s most iconic fan conventions. With a mission to create high-quality, community-driven events, OEG brings fresh fan experiences to new regions. Comic Con Nebraska is a proud reflection of this commitment—uniting fans, creators, and communities in a celebration of creativity, pop culture, and connection.
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