Professional Programming
Keep an eye on this page as we’ll be adding more programming as we get closer to the show. Stay tuned for info on the New York Public Library’s CTLE schedule, Portfolio Reviews, Educator’s Day, and Pro Tables!
Where? River Pavilion which is in the Javits Center building and can be accessed through the Crystal Palace after you pass through registration and security. To access River Pavilion, utilize the escalators that go up to the Mezzanine located behind Will Call.
When? Wednesday, October 8–Sunday, October 12
*River Pavilion is open to Industry Professionals with Artist Alley, Writers Block, Professional Thursday, Professional 4-Day, Sidekicks, Press, Content Creator and Exhibitor badge types. Fan badges like 4-Day, VIP, and Single Days will not be able to access this area.
Looking to apply for a Pro Badge? Both the complimentary Thursday and discounted 4-Day include access to our Wednesday River Pavilion programming! The deadline to apply is August 1, 2025 (or when we they sell out, whichever comes first).
Comic Book Retailers Day on Wednesday October 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM
Retailer Day offers presentations from publishers, creators, and distributors for professionals in the comics industry. There will be industry keynote speakers, and a full schedule of programming. There’ll also be retail workshops, private meeting spaces, professional mixers, and exclusive giveaways – all included with your Pro or Industry ticket.
We invite you to a day with Lunar Distribution, Jim Lee, Todd McFarlane, ComicsPro, Tiny Onion, and more! You must be registered as a professional in the comic industry to attend this event. The schedule will be posted soon.
For more information, or to register, please contact [email protected]
Legal Education Opportunities
New York Comic Con, in association with Thomas A. Crowell, Esq., and the National Academy of Continuing Legal Education present Authorship in the Balance: The Clash Between Human Authorship, Artificial Intelligence, and Copyright Law, Comic Book Law 101: Foundations of Comic Book Law for a Changing Market, Practicing Comic Book Law: Drafting Contracts That Bring Comics to Life
Pro Lounge & Meeting Rooms
Pro Lounge is open to Pro Badges only.
Looking for a private place to converse with other professionals? Need to take a break from all the handshaking on the Show Floor? In need of an area to co-work or simply charge your phone? Visit the Pro Lounge in River Pavilion! Kick back and relax, it’s pros only in this area. Small meeting rooms will be available on a first-come first served basis. To rent private room for a day or the weekend please reach out to [email protected] with NYCC Pro Meeting Room in the subject line.
Professionals Only
Industry Summit
ATTN Comic Industry Pros: Join us for the ReedPop Industry Summit on Thursday October 17 at 7:00 PM. The evening will feature industry heavyweight keynote speakers. Connect with budding and established professionals alike; light food and beverages will be served.
Keynote Speakers
Brian Hibbs (owner Comix Experience CA)
Steenz (Side Quest: A Visual History of Roleplaying Games, Heart of the City, Archival Quality)
Scott Snyder (Absolute Batman) & Jason Aaron (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Absolute Superman)
Presented by:
Comic Sketch Art
Official Event Bag Sponsor:
Tiny Onion
Official Event Bag Insert Sponsor:
Edenseek Publishing
