FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

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What is Free Comic Book Day?

FCBD is a day when free comic books are handed out to anyone who enters a comic store.

When is Free Comic Book Day?

It falls on the first Saturday of May each year. (Next is Saturday, May 2, 2020!)

When did it start?

The first FCBD was on May 4, 2020. To know what has happened since then, check The Story.

Are the comic books really free?

Yes. However, how many you can have for free is different store to store, but you will get at least one. Go to The Policies to check the number.

How do I know what free comic books I can choose?

Click on The Comics to see what free books you can choose this year.

Is this just happening in the U. S.?

Of course not! Shops in Canada and some other countries also celebrate Free Comic Book Day! Any comic book shop in the world can take part in Free Comic Book Day. If you want your local shops to get involved, let them know! See our Shop Locator for one near you.