16th Annual Comic Book Mania

August 2, 2025 at 12:00 – 4:00 pm

Main Library: 270 N. Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL

Join us for the 16th Annual Comic Book Mania! Meet local artists and vendors, take your photo with superhero and comic book characters, participate in a comic book costume contest, and much more!

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Superhero & Comic BookCostume Prize Drawing

Come dressed as your favorite superhero or comic book character and enter our special costume drawing!

batman hulk black-widow captain-america spongebob-squarepants princess-bubblegum spiderman-head super-mario

Who can enter?

Any individual or family who attends in costume is eligible to enter. (1 entry per person)

What is the grand prize?

One lucky winner will receive four passes to Adrenaline Monkey Ninja Park! Winners will be announced and contacted at the conclusion of the event. Unleash your inner hero and join the fun!

Meet & Greet

Want a photo with your favorite character? Cosplayers from Windy City Ghostbusters, League of Enchantment Chicago and Galactic Academy - Death Star School of Illinois will be ready to meet you!