What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has revealed plans for MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026, taking place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year, the 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 begins December 1, 2025.
Configuration at a Glance
- Legendary VIP Package: Early Bird rate of $450
- Comes with five Collector Boosters (two from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three from Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle: Includes passes 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 access for all three 2026 MagicCon events
- Every badge includes a promo card: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble (artwork by Diego Gisbert)
- Promo available for spending: Full-art Forest by John Avon (with $150+ purchase at the Official Show Store)
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pizza Lands: Unique full-art basic lands featuring pizza slices with mana-themed toppings (like broccoli for Forests, sardines for Islands)
- Secrets of Strixhaven: Expected bonus sheet, akin to Mystical Archive from the initial Strixhaven set (details forthcoming)
- Promo Forest: John Avon full-art, Lotus-themed, accessible with a qualifying store purchase
Autographs & Relics
- Artist Alba BG will showcase merchandise and Artist Proofs at the event
- Artist Proofs from Alba BG are anticipated to be highly sought after due to her unique artistic style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 convention shifts to May, a new slot between significant set releases
- Pizza Lands are gaining substantial attention for their meme value and distinctive artwork
- Market activity is anticipated around foil Pizza Lands, particularly among vendors
- Secrets of Strixhaven is expected to be the primary draft format at the event
- Promo cards feature a textless Wayfarer’s Bauble and a John Avon full-art Forest
- Alba BG is the highlighted artist, offering exclusive merchandise and Artist Proofs
- No specific odds or print runs have been revealed for promos or inserts
- Badge sales commence December 1, 2025, with various tiers available for families and VIPs
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