Comic Book Day 2026

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Special Event

Program Description

Event Details

Special Event

You never know what you’ll discover at MPL!

You’re invited to Comic Book Day! A celebration of everything from the world of Comic Books, Comic Strips and Manga. Come dressed as your favorite Comic Book character, participate in fun activities and receive a free comic book!

Activities:

Free Comic Book Giveaway: pick out a comic book to take home for free! We have a variety of circulated, donated and purchased comics to pick from. Available while supplies last! 

Costume Contest: dress up in your favorite Comic Book or Manga inspired outfit and participate in our Costume Contest! Take a picture or video at the library and we’ll post it to our Facebook. Whoever gets the most likes will win the grand prize! Enter with friends or individually. 

Scavenger Hunt: use the clues to find hidden comic book characters throughout the library. Complete the scavenger hunt to win a small prize or earn a ticket for a Raffle Prize! Raffle Prizes include Comic themed trading cards, keychains, and memorabilia.

Comic Book Display: learn about comic book history as you look at our display of comic collectables.

Arts and Crafts: Superhero Mask Making and Coloring Sheets are available in the Youth Department.

Assemble at Manitowoc Public Library on Saturday May 2. Activities available from 9am -1pm. All ages are welcome. 

So whether you are new to comics or a lifelong fan, there’ll be something amazing for you at Comic Book Day!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.