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Free Comic Book Day
Free Comic Book Day is held on the first Saturday in May, when taking part comic shops give away specially printed comics to visitors.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserFree Comic Book Day
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The day is coordinated by the comics trade to bring new readers into independent comic shops in the United States, the UK and elsewhere. The 2026 event took place on Saturday 2 May.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 1 May 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Saturday 6 May 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Saturday 5 May 2029 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
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