What’s New
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026, which will take place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This event shifts to a spring date, positioned between the releases 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 available at an Early Bird rate of $450
- Comes with five Collector Boosters (two from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three from Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle includes badges for an adult and a youth, access to the Family Spark Lounge, Avatar: The Last Airbender Jumpstart boosters, and a Beginner Box
- Mythic VIP Bundle priced at $3,300, featuring Black Lotus VIP status for all three 2026 MagicCon events
- Each badge includes a promo card: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble (art by Diego Gisbert)
- Spend-reward promo: 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 (e.g., 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 eligible store purchases
Autographs & Relics
- Alba BG, the featured artist, will offer merchandise and Artist Proofs at the event
- Alba BG's Artist Proofs are anticipated to be in high demand due to her distinctive style
Collector Notes
- The 2026 convention shifts to May, a new timeslot between significant set releases
- Pizza Lands have attracted attention for their meme-worthy appeal and distinctive designs
- Foil Pizza Lands are expected to see notable activity among vendors
- Secrets of Strixhaven is predicted to be the main 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, with exclusive merchandise and Artist Proofs available
- No details have been released regarding the odds or print runs for promos or inserts
- Badge sales start on December 1, 2025, with various tiers available for families and VIPs
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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