What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled plans for 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, nestled between the launches of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on March 6, 2026, and Secrets of Strixhaven in April 2026. Badge registration starts on December 1, 2025.
Configuration at a Glance
- Legendary VIP Package: Early Bird price set at $450
- Comes with five Collector Boosters (two from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three from 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, providing Black Lotus VIP status for all three MagicCon events in 2026
- Each badge includes a promo card: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble with art by Diego Gisbert
- Spend-reward promo: Full-art Forest by John Avon for purchases of $150 or more at the Official Show Store
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Pizza Lands: Full-art basic lands showcasing 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 original Strixhaven set (details forthcoming)
- Promo Forest: John Avon full-art, Lotus-themed, obtainable with a qualifying store purchase
Autographs & Relics
- Artist Alba BG will be present with merchandise and Artist Proofs for sale
- Alba BG’s Artist Proofs are anticipated to be highly sought after due to her unique style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 convention is rescheduled to May, a new slot between major set launches
- Pizza Lands are attracting significant interest for their meme-worthy appeal and distinct artwork
- Expect heightened market activity around foil Pizza Lands, especially among sellers
- The Secrets of Strixhaven is predicted to be the primary draft format at 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 runs have been revealed for promos or inserts
- Badge sales commence on December 1, 2025, with various tiers available for families and VIP attendees
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