What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled details for MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026, set to take place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year's event shifts to a spring slot, nestled between the launches of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (March 6, 2026) and Secrets of Strixhaven (April 2026). Badge registration kicks off on December 1, 2025.
Configuration at a Glance
- Legendary VIP Package: Early Bird rate of $450
- Includes five Collector Boosters (two from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three from Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle: Offers badges for one adult and one child, 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 access for all three 2026 MagicCon events
- Promo card with each badge: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble illustrated by Diego Gisbert
- Spend-reward promo: Obtain a 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: Anticipated bonus sheet, akin to the Mystical Archive from the original Strixhaven set (details forthcoming)
- Promo Forest: Full-art, Lotus-themed by John Avon, available with qualifying store purchase
Autographs & Relics
- Featured artist Alba BG will have merchandise and Artist Proofs available at the event
- Artist Proofs by Alba BG are expected to be highly sought after due to her unique style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 event transitions to May, a new slot between significant set releases
- Pizza Lands have captured considerable interest for their meme-worthy appeal and distinct artwork
- Market activity is anticipated around foil Pizza Lands, especially among vendors
- Secrets of Strixhaven is expected to be the primary draft format during 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 shared for promos or inserts
- Badge sales start December 1, 2025, with multiple tiers available for families and VIP attendees
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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