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Comic shops that host signings in California

34 comic shops in California host signings and creator events, out of 249 comic shops we list in the state. Each one is here because a customer review or the shop's own website mentions signings or creator events; the proof is under each shop. Call ahead before a long drive, since what a shop offers can change.

34Shops
30Cities
249All comic shops in CA

Top 12 shops by rating and reviews

Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews. The other 22 are listed by city below.

A-1 Comics

818 Sunrise Ave

Back issuesMangaSignings
4.7Rating
1,234Reviews
8Extras

There was a food truck out in front, a guy making balloon animals, a guy dressed up as Aquaman taking pictures with people, and different comic book authors signing their items.

From a customer review

avpopshopcorp

44154 10th St W

Signings
4.6Rating
1,021Reviews
3Extras
Signings, per the shop's website

Golden Apple Comics

7018 Melrose Ave

Buys comics Pull listsBack issues
4.4Rating
755Reviews
9Extras

from signing events held at the store.

From a customer review

4 Color Fantasies

8045 Archibald Ave #120

Pull listsBack issuesManga
4.7Rating
645Reviews
10Extras

they have events for the community including free comic book day and signings.

From a customer review

Legacy Comics and Cards

201 N Orange St

Signings
4.5Rating
573Reviews
4Extras
Signings: mentioned in 3 customer reviews

Cape and Cowl Comics

1601 Clay St

Back issuesMangaSignings
4.9Rating
509Reviews
8Extras
Signings, per the shop's website

The Comic Bug, Inc.

1807 Manhattan Beach Blvd

Pull listsBack issuesVintage & keys
4.7Rating
527Reviews
8Extras
Signings: mentioned in 1 customer review

Knowhere Games & Comics

125 Vallecitos De Oro J

Back issuesMangaSignings
4.7Rating
443Reviews
8Extras

I took my grandchildren for a creator and author signing and all had a great time and got some great memories.

From a customer review

Now Or Never Comics

1055 F St

Pull listsBack issuesVintage & keys
4.8Rating
418Reviews
7Extras

I came for the Battle Beast comic giveaway and signing.

★★★★★ Bernardo, Jul 2025

Pulp Fiction Comics Culver City

11291 Washington Blvd

Pull listsBack issuesManga
4.7Rating
385Reviews
6Extras

They happened to be hosting an author event/author signing when we stopped in for a series of graphic novels called Monster Elementary by Mick Doane.

From a customer review

Isotope Comics

326 Fell St

Signings
4.8Rating
361Reviews
1Extras
Signings: mentioned in 1 customer review

Pulp Fiction Comics

3925 E Anaheim St

Pull listsBack issuesSignings
4.6Rating
347Reviews
7Extras

I like that they have so many authors come in for signings and its nice to support local folks.

From a customer review

More comic shops that host signings in California, by city

Bakersfield 1 shop

  • Silver Wolf Comics & Collectables10525 Rosedale Hwy Ste A · ★ 4.7 (307)

    I like this comic book store, they have a decent selection of comics and comic related items and they always seem to be having events, signings, specials, etc.

    ★★★★ Jeff, May 2019

Benicia 1 shop

  • Zeppelin Comics929 First St · ★ 4.9 (212)

    They participate in local events, they offer numerous author signings throughout the year, and host an incredible book club.

    From a customer review

Berkeley 1 shop

Chatsworth 1 shop

  • We Can Be Heroes Comics, TCG, Studio9449 De Soto Ave · ★ 4.7 (182)

    The state-of-the-art New Store that can hold live signing events and ease to navigate around with such huge indoor and outdoor parking space and well-organized showroom!

    From a customer review

Chico 1 shop

Clovis 1 shop

  • Legends Comics and Games Clovis1752 Clovis Ave · ★ 4.8 (199)

    Haha you name it from the staff, comics, tcg products, boardgames and tournaments and it's Meet & Greet celebrities!

    From a customer review

Huntington Beach 1 shop

  • Coffee and A Comic17610 Beach Blvd #35 · ★ 4.9 (158)

    I've been frequenting Coffee and a Comic since June of 2023 and it's been such a cool place to visit on days like Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) or Batman Day or in-store signings.

    From a customer review

Los Angeles 1 shop

  • Revenge Of3420 N Eagle Rock Blvd Unit 1 · ★ 4.8 (328)

    Another cool thing about "Revenge Of" is from time to time they have cool Meet and Greet Events from famous Comic Book Creators, Artists and also Celebrities.

    From a customer review

Manhattan Beach 1 shop

  • The Game Hub (The Comic Bug, Inc.)1807 Manhattan Beach Blvd · ★ 4.6 (105)

    -Frequent book signings from both industry professionals and local creators.

    From a customer review

Modesto 1 shop

  • Invincible Comics3430 Tully Rd #24 · ★ 4.7 (239)

    You can give your pull list and they even coordinate signings when different cons are going on nearby.

    From a customer review

Newbury Park 1 shop

  • Arsenal Comics & Games1610-1 Newbury Rd · ★ 4.8 (270)

    Arsenal is a great resource in our community for comics, but also for great events like signings, gaming events, midnight releases, and even great music performances!

    From a customer review

North Hollywood 1 shop

  • Collector's Paradise5118 Lankershim Blvd · ★ 4.8 (111)

    The extra added bonus to visitors is when you get to see and attend their in-store signing events from amazing creators and artists of comic books and pop culture!

    From a customer review

Oceanside 1 shop

  • The Comics Stronghold1906 Oceanside Blvd Unit G · ★ 4.9 (60)

    They host some signing events between well established & local comic book creators and some other celebrities as well.

    From a customer review

Pasadena 2 shops

  • Collector's Paradise319 S Arroyo Pkwy #4 · ★ 4.6 (205)

    Great exclusives you don't want to miss out on, signings events, and so much more!

    From a customer review
  • P Dot's Comics & Collectibles1505 N Lake Ave · ★ 4.5 (62)

    1st time there for the Todd signing.

    From a customer review

San Francisco 1 shop

  • Comix Experience305 Divisadero St · ★ 4.7 (250)
    Signings, per the shop's website

Santa Barbara 1 shop

  • Metro Entertainment6 W Anapamu St · ★ 4.5 (343)

    Periodically hosts artist comic book signings.

    ★★★★★ James, May 2025

Studio City 1 shop

  • D J's Universal Comics11390 Ventura Blvd · ★ 4.6 (76)

    There are times that the store conducts in-store signings and meet-and-greet events of your favorite Celebrities, Comic-Book Creators, and Comic-Book Artists.

    From a customer review

Torrance 1 shop

  • Comic Cult1047 W Carson St · ★ 4.6 (195)

    Fun place for meet and greets⚡⚡⚡

    ★★★★★ Sheana, Jun 2021

Turlock 1 shop

  • Turlock Comics2717 Geer Rd · ★ 4.5 (133)
    Signings: mentioned in 1 customer review

Ventura 1 shop

  • Arsenal Comics & Games Ventura3431 Telegraph Rd · ★ 4.7 (245)

    From browsing the store (where they will assist you with their superb pop culture knowledge), during tournament games, or even during signing events!

    From a customer review

Winnetka 1 shop

Signings in California, by city

The number is shops with signings or creator events; each city link opens every comic shop we list there.

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