Motor City Comic Con (MC3), is inviting children ages 12 and under to put their creativity on display through the Motor City Comic Con Kids Program Cover Art Contest, giving one young artist the opportunity to have their original artwork featured as the official cover of the November 2026 Kids’ Program Guide.
The contest begins Monday, August 31, 2026, with entries accepted through 11:59pm EST. on Monday, September 28, 2026. Children are encouraged to create an original piece of artwork inspired by their favorite elements of comics, superheroes, anime, or pop culture for a chance to see their creation featured throughout Motor City Comic Con’s Fall 2026 event, taking place November 13-15, 2026, at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi, Michigan.
Create. Color. Get Creative.
The contest is open to children 12 years of age and under, with one entry permitted per child. Artwork must be created solely by the child and must be original in concept, design, and execution. AI generated artwork, copied or traced artwork, and artwork recreated from existing photographs, illustrations, comics, logos, advertisements, and other copyrighted works will not be accepted.
Young artists can use traditional media including colored pencils, markers, pens, ink, graphite pencils, charcoal, pastels or crayons to create their masterpieces.
Entries should be created on 8.5 x 11-inch portrait format and submitted online at www.MotorCityComicCon.com as a JPG, PNG, or PDF.
A parent or legal guardian must submit the entry and agree to the contest Official Rules stated on the entry page of the website.
Three Finalists. One Grand Prize Winner.
Following the submission period, Motor City Comic Con will select three finalists based on creativity, originality, artistic expression, and fit with the contest theme.
The three finalist artworks will be featured on Motor City Comic Con’s official social media pages from October 5-11, 2026, giving fans and the community an opportunity to vote for the Grand Prize winner.
The Grand Prize Winner will be notified on or about October 12, 2026, and will receive:
- The opportunity to have their artwork featured as the official cover of the November 2026 Motor City Comic Con Kids’ Program Guide.
- A Family-Four-Pack of passes to Motor City Comic Con’s Fall 2026 Convention, taking place November 13-15, 2026.
- A Family Four-Pack of passes to Emagine Theatres.
The second and third place finalists will each receive a pair of tickets to Motor City Comic Con’s November 2026 convention.
“Motor City Comic Con has always been a place where fans of all ages can celebrate the characters, stories, and creativity they love, and we wanted to give our youngest fans a chance to be a part of the convention in a really special way,” stated Beth Burland, President of Motor City Comic Con. “We can’t wait to see the incredible creativity and imagination our young artists bring to this contest.”
The contest offers young artists the opportunity to see their work showcased to thousands of fans attending Michigan’s largest and longest-running pop culture convention. Founded in 1989, Motor City Comic Con is one of the premier conventions in the United States featuring some of the largest actors from television, movies, and streaming platforms, along with the most creative artists, writers, and comic book creators in the industry. Throughout the three-day weekend celebrity and comic guests participate in autographs and photo opportunities with attendees, for additional fees. Attendees can also participate in various panel discussions, attractions, events, and explore various exhibitors. Artists, writers, and illustrators will also be featured throughout Artist Alley over the three-day convention. In addition, there will be crafters that will have extraordinary gifts, crafts, and replicas available, and some of the largest comic book and multimedia dealers from across the country that offer a variety of merchandise including comics, toys, art, unique jewelry, clothing, memorabilia and much more! Fans can also expect the traditional favorites such as Cosplay Contests and kid-friendly activities, along with many more events and activities.
For complete contest rules, submission requirements, and to enter, visit www.MotorCityComicCon.com and select the “Things To Do” tab.
Motor City Comic Con Prices & Packages
All tickets and wristbands can be purchased online at www.MotorCityComicCon.com
*Additional processing fees will apply at checkout.
Wristbands
Motor City Comic Con has an additional convenience feature for guests who want to bypass the event entry ticket lines and get into the convention faster, by having their MC3 wristband shipped or picked up in advance. For a $15 shipping fee, wristbands can be delivered in the weeks leading up to the convention, anywhere within the continental U.S. VIP Wristband shipping is included if purchased prior to October 11, 2026. The deadline for the shipping option is Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 11:59pm EST. and should arrive no later than October 31, 2026. MC3 wristbands are also available for early pick up, free of charge. Pick up along with purchasing wristbands will be available at the box office at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace, Monday, November 9 – Wednesday, November 11 from 12:00pm-8:00pm, each day.
Adult admission tickets (ages 13 and up):
- Friday Pass
$38* online purchase / $43 at the door
- Saturday Pass
$48* online purchase / $53 at the door
- Sunday Pass
$43* online purchase / $48 at the door
- Adult Weekend Pass
$105* online purchase / $115 at the door
- VIP Fan Pass (details below)
$285*online purchase / $299 at the door
Children admission tickets (ages 6-12)
Kids 5 and under are FREE all weekend with a paid adult.
- Friday Child Pass (ages 6-12)
$5* online purchase / $10 at the door
- Saturday Child Pass (ages 6-12)
$10* online purchase / $20 at the door
- Sunday is Kid’s Day
All children under 12 are FREE with a paid adult
- Child Weekend Pass (ages 6-12)
$15* online purchase / $25 at the door
VIP Adult Fan Pass:**
Package Includes
Weekend Pass: November 13-15, 2026
VIP Badge
Exclusive MC3 Bag
VIP Seating in Panels (Excludes Paid Events)
VIP Fast Pass for Autographs & Photo Op LINES
Exclusive MC3 Lanyard
$25 Gift Certificate to the MC3 Merch Booth
Free Shipping if purchased prior to October 11, 2026
VIP Print
(All Autographs and photo ops sold separately)
**Limited VIP Passes available. Admission and VIPs not guaranteed for purchase at the door if sold out prior to the show.
Motor City Comic Con will be taking place Friday, November 13 – Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace
46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, Michigan.
Friday, November 13, 2026 – 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday, November 14, 2026 – 10:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday, November 15, 2026 – 10:00am – 5:00pm
