What’s New
The much-anticipated MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026 has been revealed by Wizards of the Coast, taking place from May 1-3, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year, the event shifts to a spring schedule, strategically placed 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: Available at an Early Bird rate of $450
- Includes five Collector Boosters (two from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three from Secrets of Strixhaven)
- Family Spark Bundle: Access 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, grants Black Lotus VIP status for all three MagicCon events in 2026
- Each badge comes with a promo card: Textless Wayfarer’s Bauble (illustrated 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: Highly anticipated bonus sheet, akin to the Mystical Archive from the original Strixhaven set (details forthcoming)
- Promo Forest: John Avon’s full-art, Lotus-themed version, available with a qualifying store purchase
Autographs & Relics
- Featured artist Alba BG will have merchandise and Artist Proofs available at the event
- Alba BG’s Artist Proofs are expected to be highly sought after due to her unique artistic style
Collector Notes
- The convention moves to May in 2026, a newly scheduled time between major set releases
- Pizza Lands have attracted notable attention for their meme-worthy appeal and distinct artwork
- Anticipated market activity around foil Pizza Lands, particularly among vendors
- Secrets of Strixhaven is expected to be the primary draft format at the event
- Promotional 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 details on odds or print runs for promos or inserts have been released
- Badge sales commence on December 1, 2025, with various tiers to cater to families and VIPs
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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