What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has revealed that MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026 will take place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This event shifts to a spring slot, falling 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 rate of $450
- Includes five Collector Boosters (two Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle: Offers 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
- Each badge comes with a promo card: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble (artwork by Diego Gisbert)
- Spend-reward promo: Full-art Forest by John Avon (available with a $150+ purchase at the Official Show Store)
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pizza Lands: Full-art basic lands adorned with pizza slices featuring mana-themed toppings (e.g., broccoli for Forests, sardines for Islands)
- Secrets of Strixhaven: Highly anticipated bonus sheet, akin to the Mystical Archive from the original Strixhaven set (details forthcoming)
- Promo Forest: John Avon full-art, Lotus-themed, available with 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 is scheduled for May, marking a new timeslot between major set releases
- Pizza Lands have captured significant interest for their meme-worthy appeal 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 convention
- Promotional 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 commence on December 1, 2025, with various tiers available for families and VIPs
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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