Guide to Free Comic Book Day on Long Island, Saturday, May 2, 2026

Below we list all the spots you can go to across Long Island and what deals and special events they will be offering on Free Comic Book Day for 2026! Let us know where you plan to go and send us pics, comments and feedback here or on social media! Read our round-up of last year’s Free Comic book Day around Long Island here.

NOTE: Many Comic book shops still haven’t finalized plans for Free Comic Book Day. Check back for updates.

Kyle’s Comics

  • All $10 books will be available for $3 each
  • Sale valid for Saturday only
  • No new comics will be available

Where: 1029 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, (917) 681-0336.

Superhero Comics Express

  • Head over for your free comic book!

Where: 146 Jericho Tpke, Floral Park, (516) 328-9290.

4th World Comics

  • 20% off everything in the store
  • Three free comics per person
  • Free signings all day
  • Signing schedule:
    • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Josh Ixon (artist) and Andrew Krahnke (artist)
    • 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Phil Russert (writer), Deek Knight (writer), and NYC Dub (artist)
    • 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Billy Tucci (artist) and J.C. Vaughn (writer)
    • 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.: Nelson X. (artist)

Where: 33 Route 111, Smithtown, (631) 366-4440.

Grasshopper’s Comics

  • Four Free Comics Per Person
  • Stacks of Discount Trade Paperbacks and Omnibuses on Special FCBD Sale
  • 501st Legion will also be making an appearance from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Where: 76 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, (516) 741-5724.

Next Generation

  • Funko POPs buy one, get one free
  • $3 books are 5 for $10
  • All red sticker comics, sets, trade paperbacks, toys, and single cards under $50 are 20% off
  • All green tag back issues 50% off
  • Sealed booster boxes, packs, supplies, and statues 10% off
  • Additional discounts available in-store

Where: 77 Carleton Ave, Islip Terrace, (631) 277-1938.

Escape Pod Comics

  • They will be hosting Free Comic Book Day on Sunday, May 3rd – so if you miss it head down to Escape Pod the next day!

Where: 30 Main Street, Huntington, (631) 923-1044.

Red Shirt Comics

  • Celebrating the 10th Free Comic Book Day with an early opening at 10 a.m.
  • Ten free comics per person
  • Special guest Mario Cau will be on site signing and selling comics, prints, and more

Where: 332 Main Street, Port Jefferson (631) 474-1701.

The Comic Box

  • Select back issues reduced to $1 each
  • All $1 books reduced to 25 cents each
  • 50% off manga
  • 20% to 50% off graphic novels
  • Select toys and figures 10% off
  • Select back issues 25% off

Where: 840B North Broadway, Massapequa, (516) 795-2528.

Cool Kids Comics & Toys

  • Store hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Free comics available
  • 25% off new release comics
  • 50% off everything else in the store
  • Comic book grab bags available
  • Sidewalk sale with additional deals

Where: 2055 Hempstead Tpke , East Meadow, (516) 279-4280.

Lost4Toys Pop Culture Shop

Where: 267 Nassau Blvd Garden City South, (516) 548-7499.

Best Comics International

  • TBD

Where: 1300 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park, (516) 328-1900.

Android’s Amazing Comics

  • TBD

Where: 61 Railroad Avenue, Sayville, (631) 567-8069.

The Comic Book Depot 

  • TBD

Where: 2847 Jerusalem Ave, Wantagh, (516) 221-9337.

Phoenix Comics & Collectibles

  • TBD

Where: 107 Stewart Ave, Hicksville, (516) 939-9129.

Cosmic Comics and Games

  • TBD

Where: 846 Merrick Road, Baldwin, (516) 763-1133.


Photo: Josh Darbee, owner of Red Shirt Comics. Photo by Mariam Guirgis.

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