What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026, set for May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This event shifts to a spring schedule, nestled between the launches of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (March 6, 2026) and Secrets of Strixhaven (April 2026). Badge registration starts on December 1, 2025.
Configuration at a Glance
- Legendary VIP Package: Early Bird cost of $450
- Comes with five Collector Boosters (two Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle: Includes badges for one adult and one youth, entry to 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 every badge: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble featuring artwork by Diego Gisbert
- Spend-reward promo: A full-art Forest by John Avon for purchases over $150 at the Official Show Store
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pizza Lands: Full-art basic lands showcasing pizza slices with mana-themed toppings (such as broccoli for Forests, sardines for Islands)
- Secrets of Strixhaven: Expected bonus sheet, akin to Mystical Archive from the original Strixhaven set (details to be announced)
- Promo Forest: John Avon full-art, Lotus-themed, available with a qualifying store purchase
Autographs & Relics
- Artist Alba BG will present merchandise and Artist Proofs at the event
- Artist Proofs by Alba BG are anticipated to be highly sought after due to her unique style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 convention moves to a May slot, positioned between significant set releases
- Pizza Lands have attracted considerable interest for their meme-worthy appeal and distinctive art
- There is expected market activity around foil Pizza Lands, especially among sellers
- Secrets of Strixhaven is predicted to be the primary draft format at 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 revealed for promos or inserts
- Badge sales commence December 1, 2025, with various tiers available for families and VIPs
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