NICKELODEON POWERS UP COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL SAN DIEGO 2026

Get ready to power up the fun!

Nickelodeon is returning to Comic-Con International: San Diego 2026 with an action-packed lineup of interactive experiences that celebrate the network’s most beloved franchises. From giant slime spectacles and immersive photo opportunities inside the convention center to an all-new outdoor festival packed with games, entertainment, and family-friendly activities, Nickelodeon is inviting fans of all ages to embrace the power of play.

This year’s celebration centers around the FUN-ERGY FACTORY, an 1,800-square-foot experience located at Booth #4113, while a brand-new outdoor activation, Fun Flows Here, expands the Nickelodeon fun beyond the convention center.

MORE ABOUT THE EXPERIENCES:

AT THE “FUN-ERGY FACTORY” (INSIDE THE CONVENTION CENTER):

• Fans will work together to generate “fun-ergy” through interactive challenges that build toward the ultimate playful payoff – a nearly 20-foot-tall Slime Surge. 
• “Enter the Splat,” a tactile fully immersive environment where fans can (literally) step into Nickelodeon’s iconic world and capture surprise photo and video moments.
• Enter the World of TMNT with a sewer lair photo op alongside the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
• Retail items, including TMNT x G.I. Joe collectible figures, BossLogic x Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Character limited edition art print and the Avatar: The Last Airbender – Book 3: Fire (Music from the Animated Series) vinyl soundtrack album.
• Talent and character appearances and daily giveaways.
  

AT “FUN FLOWS HERE” (OUTDOOR AT THE NEW CHILDREN’S MUSEUM PARK):

• Interactive stage show hosted by Kids Imagine Nation with performances, games and entertainment inspired by fan-favorite series, including PAW PATROL, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES, THE THUNDERMANS and STAR TREK: SCOUTS.
• Shareable photo installations featuring SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER and KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS.
• A signature Nickelodeon slime booth, giving select fans the chance to step inside and get drenched in the iconic green goo.
• Family movie night on Friday, July 25 (7:00-9:00 PM) with a screening of THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS.
• Hands-on experiences, including Nickelodeon Our World kids’ empowerment activities, make-your-own slime and bubble play for fans of all ages, plus live animated character-drawing demos, DJ sets, prize raffles and giveaways.
• Museum members will receive an exclusive invitation to a special preview event on Thursday, July 23. Note: The New Children’s Museum will be closed to the public July 21-26 and will reopen on Monday, July 27.

If Comic-Con is all about celebrating pop culture, Nickelodeon is proving that sometimes the best way to do that is by embracing your inner kid—and maybe getting covered in a little green slime along the way.