SDCC 2026: Mad Cave Studios Programming Schedule

Signing and Programming Schedule

Whether you’re hunting for limited convention exclusives, attending a panel, meeting your favorite creators, or celebrating this year’s Eisner nominees, Booth #2806 is your hub for Mad Cave happenings during San Diego Comic-Con International. Stop by to discover what’s next from one of comics’ fastest-growing publishers!

All signings at the Mad Cave booth are offered for free. Comics and books will be available for purchase whenever applicable. A free signing print or card will be offered at all signings. Item limits and other limits may apply—check the full listings and speak with Mad Cave staff at the booth for more information. 

Signings and guests are subject to change. This page will be kept updated. Please check with booth staff during the con for the latest news.

THURSDAY, JULY 23

11-11:50 am
The Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre – Fred Kennedy

12-12:50 pm
Terrorbytes, Mister Nemo, Honor and Curse, Underworld Universe – Mark London
Terrorbytes, Dog Tag, Racer X – Mark Russell

1-1:50 pm
Ruth Roche: The Phantom Hand of Comics – Joe Corallo

2-2:50 pm
Just Another Summer – Tilly Bridges, Susan Bridges

3-3:50 pm
Pop Kill, Denver – Dave Johnson

4-4:50 pm
The Dirt Beneath the Devil – Dan Panosian, Lee Loughridge, Becky Cloonan
Groupies – Tula Lotay

FRIDAY, JULY 24

10-10:50 am
Major Thomás – Omar Morales

11-11:50 am
Temporal – Stephanie Williams, Asiah Fulmore, DJ Chavis

12-12:50 pm
Our Soot Stained Heart – Stipan Morian

1-1:50 pm
51 – Curt Pires, Jok
Best Friend Show – Craig Hurd-McKenney

2-2:50 pm
Star Wars and Disney Comics Group Signing
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu – Delilah S. Dawson, Soo Lee
Phineas and Ferb’s Amaze-ing Creature Double Feature – Josh Pruett, Scott Peterson

3-3:50 pm
Casshan, God Tier – Mario B. Long

4-4:50 pm
Exploit – Tim Leong

4:30-5:30 pm
John Cusack
Momo – Exclusive Early Release
Autograph Area AA04 – Sails Pavilion
Exclusives Portal – Details
Instructions for Exclusives Portal Sign-ups
*Not at the Mad Cave booth: register in the convention member portal*

SATURDAY, JULY 25

10-10:50 am
Penelope’s Escape from the Platypusary – Arianna Irwin
Disney The Sword in the Stone: Arthur’s Magical Kingdom – Gabe Valentin

11-11:50 am
Scoop – Richard A. Hamilton
Best Friend Show – Craig Hurd-McKenney

12-12:50 pm
Quiet – Kim-Joy

1-1:50 pm
The Last Starfighter – Benjamin Raab, Deric Hughes, Willi Roberts, Suspiria

2-2:50 pm
Hotblood! – Toril Orlesky

3-3:50 pm
Pop Kill, Denver – Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner

3-4 pm – More Great Art Booth #4401
The Last Starfighter – Benjamin Raab, Deric Hughes, Willi Roberts, Suspiria
*Not at the Mad Cave booth*

4-4:50 pm
Lazarus Order – Sloane Siegel, Benjamin Stockham

5-5:50 pm
The Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre – Fred Kennedy

SUNDAY, JULY 26

10-10:50 am
School for Extraterrestrial Girls – Jamie Noguchi
Aw Yeah! Comics – Art Baltazar

11-11:50 am
Star Wars and Disney Comics Group Signing
Disney Kids Comics: Frozen Snowgies Sleepover – David M. Booher
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu – Delilah S. Dawson, Soo Lee

12-12:50 pm
Beat Every 1-Up – Lan Pitts
Queen Kodiak – Christopher Greenslate

1-1:50 pm
Nothing Can Stop the Ape! – Jeannine Acheson, Tom Sniegoski

Panels and Programming

Thursday, July 23

Descend Into Madness: Exploring Horror Through Comics
2:00-3:00 PM | Room 25ABC

Dan Panosian (Dirt Beneath the Devil, Canary), Becky Cloonan (Dirt Beneath the Devil, Somna), Leah Kilpatrick (DC Horror Presents, Headless Horseman Annual), Mark London (Terrorbytes, Honor & Curse: Eternal), Tula Lotay (Groupies, Somna), Scott Snyder (Canary, We Have Demons), and Mark Russell (Terrorbytes, Vanishing Point) discuss what makes horror stories resonate with us, and what new tales of terror they are telling through comics. Moderated by Cara O’Neil (Director of Marketing, Mad Cave Studios).

Friday, July 24

Leap into Action-Filled Graphic Novels featuring Arianna Irwin
10:00-11:00 AM | Shiley Special Events Suite Terrace, San Diego Central Library

From visual storytelling choices to character-driven voice, these graphic novel authors break down the craft behind the page, revealing how their lives, experiences, and personalities create immersive worlds, emotional impact, and unforgettable reading experiences.

Moderator: Danielle McKechnie (Otto Normal’s Monsterton). Featuring Simón Estrada (Otto Normal’s Monsterton), Arianna Irwin (Penelope’s Escape From the Platypusary; Disney 101 Dalmatians: Penny’s Big Splash, Mad Cave Studios / Maverick / Papercutz), Mike Maihack (Spider-Man: Mighty Mayhem! – A Mighty Marvel Team-Up ), Samuel Sattin (Unico: Awakening), and Katie Longua (Agent Cupcake).

Drawing Courage: YA Graphic Novels That Speak Up, featuring Tilly Bridges and Susan Bridges
12:00-1:00 PM | Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library

Join graphic novel creators for a lively conversation about how young adult graphic novels give shape to moments of standing up, speaking out, and wanting change.

Moderator: Julie Fiveash (The Froggy Library). Featuring Jarrett Dapier (Wake Now in the Fire, Penguin Random House / Ten Speed Graphic), Tilly Bridges and Susan Bridges (Just Another Summer), R. Sikoryak (Declaration / Emancipation Illustrated), and Rob Reger (Emily the Strange: 25th Anniversary Edition). A group signing to follow from 1:00-1:30 PM.

A New Galaxy of Star Wars Comics from Mad Cave Studios & Lucasfilm Publishing
12:00-1:00 PM | Room 7AB

Join Mad Cave Studios and Lucasfilm Publishing as they make the jump to hyperspace and showcase their Star Wars publishing partnership! Charles Beacham (Editor, Mad Cave Studios), Josh Pruett and Scott Peterson (Phineas & Ferb), Delilah S. Dawson (Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu—Danger in the Dark), Soo Lee (Star Wars: Tales from the Nightlands, more TBA), and more guests will present news and reveals of new tales coming soon. Fans will hear from the comic creators crafting these tales and get a peek inside some of these exciting new projects. Moderated by Michael Siglain (Creative Director, Lucasfilm Publishing).

John Cusack Showcases the Surreal World of Momo
2:30-3:30 PM | Room 5AB

John Cusack (Say Anything, High Fidelity, Grosse Pointe Blank) discusses his first graphic novel, Momo, with fellow actor and comic creator David Dastmalchian (Count Crowley, Through) at Comic-Con 2026. John and David will discuss the inspiration behind Momo and what it’s like telling stories across mediums including film and comics.