What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has officially announced MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026. This event is set to take place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The convention is shifting to a spring slot, nestled between the releases of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (March 6, 2026) and Secrets of Strixhaven (April 2026). Badge registration begins on December 1, 2025.
Configuration at a Glance
- Legendary VIP Package: Early Bird pricing at $450
- Includes five Collector Boosters (two from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three from Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle: Includes badges for one adult and one youth, access to the Family Spark Lounge, Avatar: The Last Airbender Jumpstart boosters, and a Beginner Box
- Mythic VIP Bundle: Priced at $3,300, includes Black Lotus VIP status for all three 2026 MagicCon events
- Promo card with every badge: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble with artwork by Diego Gisbert
- Spend-reward promo: Full-art Forest by John Avon with a $150+ purchase at the Official Show Store
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pizza Lands: Full-art basic lands featuring pizza slices with mana-themed toppings (e.g., broccoli for Forests, sardines for Islands)
- Secrets of Strixhaven: An eagerly awaited bonus sheet, akin to the Mystical Archive from the original Strixhaven set (details to be announced)
- Promo Forest: John Avon full-art, Lotus-themed, available with a qualifying store purchase
Autographs & Relics
- Featured artist Alba BG will have merchandise and Artist Proofs available at the event
- Artist Proofs from Alba BG are anticipated to be highly sought after due to her unique style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 convention moves to May, marking a new timeslot between major set releases
- Pizza Lands have drawn considerable attention for their meme-worthy appeal and distinct artwork
- Market activity is expected to be high around foil Pizza Lands, especially among vendors
- Secrets of Strixhaven is set to be the primary draft format at the convention
- Promo cards include a textless Wayfarer’s Bauble and a John Avon full-art Forest
- Alba BG is the featured artist, offering exclusive merchandise and Artist Proofs
- No specific odds or print runs have been released for promos or inserts
- Badge sales commence on December 1, 2025, with various tiers to accommodate families and VIP attendees
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