What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has revealed MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026, set to take place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year, the event shifts to a spring schedule, positioned between the launches 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: Badges for one adult and one youth, access to Family Spark Lounge, Avatar: The Last Airbender Jumpstart boosters, and Beginner Box
- Mythic VIP Bundle: $3,300, granting Black Lotus VIP status at all three 2026 MagicCon events
- Promo card with every badge: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble featuring art 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 showcasing pizza slices with mana-themed toppings (e.g., broccoli for Forests, sardines for Islands)
- Secrets of Strixhaven: A highly anticipated bonus sheet, akin to Mystical Archive from the original Strixhaven set (details forthcoming)
- Promo Forest: John Avon full-art, Lotus-themed, available with a 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 expected to be in high demand due to her unique style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 convention is now slated for May, a new slot between significant set launches
- Pizza Lands have caught significant attention due to their meme-worthy appeal and distinctive artwork
- There is anticipated market interest in foil Pizza Lands, especially among vendors
- Secrets of Strixhaven is anticipated to be the primary draft format during the event
- 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 run details have been released for promos or inserts
- Badge sales begin on December 1, 2025, with several tiers available to suit families and VIP attendees
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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