Ready for Back Issues Comicon #5?
More information to come, but hold the date:
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Welcome to Back Issues Comicon
Our Story
Founded for the love of comic books, our first event was assembled in just under four months and happened on April 20, 2024 at the Christ Church Parish Hall at 61 Dundas Street in downtown Dartmouth.
Operating with a small budget and a lot of heart, we were able to fill 31 tables with vendors in just three days. These vendors carried all sorts of products like comic books, comic magazines, comic digests, manga, graphic novels, collected trade paperbacks and hardcovers. With comics available for sale from as far back as WWII, including many key issues and first appearances.
Our 3rd show brought us from 31 tables and 16 vendors on 1 floor at the first show to 61 tables and 30 vendors on 2 floors, which we continue to have.
Mission Statement
We strive to provide a safe and inclusive experience for comic book fans of all ages and preferences. A place for comic book collectors to find that special comic they need to finish a run, that key issue they've saved up for and couldn't find elsewhere, a chance to meet up and talk comics with like-minded fans
or a spot to meet comic creators to ask for signatures
on your favourite comic by them.
Comics aren't just for kids, they're for everyone!
TESTIMONIALS
"Back Issues Comicon was small but surprisingly mighty; the crowd was really engaged and I loved meeting folks that my work resonated with." - Kate Phillips, Comic creator
"In a short time, Back Issues Comicon has become one of the premier comic book collecting events in the Maritimes. If you are a comic book collector living in the region this event should be on your radar." - East Coast Toys and Games
"It's nice to meet people who are just as nuts about comics. Thanks!" - Sam
"This 3rd show in particular was awesome because we had more vendors that enriched the selection of comics available. I had a great time and am grateful to the organizers for such a great event. The shows are always organized, smooth, and easy as both a seller and buyer."
- Anonymous feedback from vendor survey
“This was the best comic book event. Such a great vibe. You need to do this again.”
- Attendee
"A great event for comic geeks to hang out, find issues they're missing and titles they didn't know about, while chatting comics with fellow geeks." - Anonymous Feedback
SEPTEMBER 2025 GUESTS and more...
Past Guests
Dark Coast #3 by Sandstone Comics
Back Issues Comicon is proud to host the official release of Dark Coast #3!
Dark Coast is a horror anthology published by local company Sandstone Comics in Charlottetown. The anthology features all Canadian talent from across the Maritimes. Each issue features multiple horror stories that take place across the Maritimes. All home grown tales. Be sure to pick yours up on Saturday September 20th!
