Bela Con 5 is June 6th 2026!
Chicago Comic & Toy Show Returns June 6, 2026
Bela Con 5 returns this summer as one of the fastest-growing Chicago comic and toy shows, bringing collectors, creators, and vendors together for a full day of comics, collectibles, and community.
Join us on Saturday, June 6th, 2026 from 10am–4pm at:
4358 W Ainslie St
Chicago, Illinois
As always, FREE admission for all attendees!
If you’re searching for a comic convention in Chicago in June 2026, Bela Con 5 is your must-attend event.
Poster by Darick Maasen
What to Expect at Bela Con 5
Bela Con continues to grow each year, featuring:
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Rising independent artists and writers
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Premier comic book and toy vendors
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Key issues and graded slabs
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Original comic art
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Vintage toys and modern collectibles
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Hard-to-find exclusives and hidden gems
Whether you collect Silver Age keys, modern variants, action figures, or indie comics, Bela Con delivers something for every level of collector!
New for Bela Con 5 in 2026
This year we’re raising the bar.
Bela Con 5 will introduce:
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Exclusive comic book variants available only at the event and on belascomics.com
Free Comic Convention in Chicago
Unlike many larger conventions, Bela Con remains focused on accessibility and community.
Admission is completely free, making it one of the best free comic conventions in Chicago for collectors, families, and fans alike.
Bela Con 5 Guests
Bela Con Vendors
Bela Con 5 - Official After Party!
After the convention wraps up, keep the fun going at the official Bela Con 5 After Party at Teddybear Lounge. Join fellow collectors, creators, vendors, and comic fans for an evening of drinks, stories, and celebrating another year of Chicago’s Comic & Toy Show. The after party starts Saturday, June 6th at 7:30pm at Teddybear Lounge, located at 3513 N Pulaski Rd, just minutes from Bela Con. Come hang out and keep the community going long after the show floor closes. 21+ ONLY!
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Bela Con 5 — Chicago’s Comic & Toy Show — June 6, 2026.
We’ll see you this summer!