Comic Con Revolution 2026: Star-studded panels, cosplayers, and artists return to Ontario
Comic Con Revolution returned with superhero and pop culture enthusiasts who took over the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16.
The panels on the first day of the event featured kid-friendly topics such as voice acting for children, cosplaying and a social media safety course. There was also the return of the kids' costume parade, where children showcased their best outfits while cosplaying as their favorite characters.
Other panels covered a variety of topics, including how to get into the comic book business, while others focused on beloved outer space franchises such as "Star Wars," "Star Trek," and "Battlestar Galactica." Saturday's programming also featured a panel that pitted Marvel vs. DC fans against each other for one of the longest-running comic book debates.
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Actor Grant Gustin, known for his role in the TV show "The Flash," signs autographs for fans during Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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"Battlestar Galactica" actors Grace Park, Katee Sackhoff and Mary McDonnell answer questions during a panel discussion at Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Illustrator Eric Nguyen speaks with a customer inside Comic Con Revolution's Artist Alley at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Cosplayers Harrison Parker, as Wolverine, Liam Parker, 4, and Anthony Benavides as Captain America pose before heading into Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Brad Richardson poses as The Dude from the "The Big Lebowski" during Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Animator Corey Loftis laughs with a customer inside Comic Con Revolution's Artist Alley at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Cosplayers from Hollow Knight, Jillian Lomos and Crystal Wist, walk through Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Cosplayers dressed as characters from "Star Wars" and "The Mandalorian" gather in costume during Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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A customer at Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center checks out comics for sale Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Pikachu makes its way through Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Babu Frik from "The Mandalorian" is seen at Comic Con Revolution inside the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Comic Con Revolution's Artist Alley features original artwork and character-inspired merchandise at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Customers inside Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center check out comics Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Cosplayers dressed as characters from "Star Wars" and "The Mandalorian" gather in costume during Comic Con Revoluton at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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A customer inside Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center checks out comics Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Comic Con Revolution's Artist Alley at the Ontario Convention Center displays artwork and character-inspired merchandise for sale on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Comic Con Revolution's Artist Alley at the Ontario Convention Center attracts customers for original artwork and character-inspired merchandise Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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William Cannon, left, dresses as Lobo while Cynthia Robb is Venom during Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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Actor Grant Gustin, known for his role in the TV show "The Flash," signs autographs for fans during Comic Con Revolution at the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)
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The event was hosted by Christian Bladt and featured Dan Jurgens (Superman, "The Death of Superman") repping DC and Chris Claremont (X-Men, "Dark Phoenix Saga") for Marvel. Fans listened to the two creators talk about creative decisions, industry shifts and storytelling philosophies behind some of the most influential comics of the '80s and '90s.
Perhaps the biggest Saturday panel was "Into the Speed Force: Celebrating The Flash," which featured a special cast reunion of the hit CW series "The Flash," who answered some questions from the audience.
Those looking for a Southern California blast from the past were also treated to a cast reunion of the stars from "Beverly Hills, 90210," which included Gabrielle Carteris, Jennie Garth, Brian Austin Green, and Ian Ziering. The panel invited the cast to share behind-the-scenes memories, favorite moments, and stories from the set before opening the floor to fan questions.
Sunday will feature heavy "X-Men" programming, including a separate ticketed event dubbed "X-Men: The Animated Legacy – Behind the Scenes with the Creators," which features three of the creative forces behind the original "X-Men: The Animated Series." Showrunner Eric Lewald, writer Julia Lewald, and director and producer Larry Houston will take fans behind the scenes of the series to discuss what it took to continue it as "X-Men '97" nearly 30 years later, the comic storylines that shaped characters, animation style, and moments from both series that still resonate.
Other panels include another "X-Men" event, "The Mutant Massacre," 40 years later, a panel featuring the voices of "Rick & Morty" and a cast reunion for the CW show "Arrow."
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