NICKELODEON POWERS UP NEW YORK COMIC CON 2026 WITH THE “FUN-ERGY FACTORY”
Slime-Fueled Experience to Deliver the Ultimate Celebration of Kid-ness for Fans of All Ages
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Nickelodeon is inviting fans inside its FUN-ERGY FACTORY at New York Comic Con 2026, to help generate fun, unleash slime and get soaked in the ultimate celebration of kid-ness. The FUN-ERGY FACTORY brings the brand’s signature spirit of play to life inside its booth (#1523) on the convention center floor, where kids of all ages power the experience through interactive challenges, immersive moments and must-share photo opportunities inspired by Nickelodeon’s beloved franchises, including
SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS,
AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER and
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES across all four NYCC days. The 20th edition of New York Comic Con runs Thursday, October 08 - Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Javits Center.
AT THE “FUN-ERGY FACTORY” (INSIDE THE CONVENTION CENTER):
- Fans will work together to generate “fun-ergy” through interactive challenges that build toward the ultimate playful payoff – a nearly 20-foot-tall Slime Surge.
- “Enter the Splat,” a tactile fully immersive environment where fans can (literally) step into Nickelodeon’s iconic world and capture surprise photo and video moments.
- Enter the World of TMNT with a sewer lair photo op alongside the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
- Nickelodeon also has spooky surprises for kids. If you go to the show with young fans dressed in costume, you can pick up an exclusive Nicktober Hallo-Scream trick-or-treat bag. This frightfully fun experience will only happen on Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11, while supplies last.
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| Fans can enter the Fun-ergy Factory to experience their favorite fandoms. | Source: Nickelodeon |
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| Credit: Animation Scoop (link below) |
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| Credit: Animation Scoop |
Nickelodeon NYCC 2026 Panels:
Friday, October 9 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM, Main Stage | Avatar: Seven Havens
Four Nations fans: unite for the ultimate celebration of
Avatar: Seven Havens on its premiere day! Moderated by the original voice of
Korra, Janet Varney, join executive producers Michael Dante DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko, Ethan Spaulding and Sehaj Sethi plus cast members Saheli Khan (“Pavi”), Aishu Devan (“Nisha”) and Major Curda (“Jae”) for an exclusive glimpse into the making of the series. Plus, hear more about what's in store across the Avatar Legends universe.
Fans can also put their bending skills to the test at the Avatar Legends Booth (#1723) featuring photo opportunities and swag, including an exclusive footwear in collaboration with Reebok. Meanwhile, Paramount Games will host a special
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game event at OS: NYC on Friday, October 9. The event will feature Avatar Legends activations including a Four Nations Food Cart, a high-stakes
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game tournament with special prizes, giveaways and more.
Register here to save your spot.
Avatar: Seven Havens is an all-new, original series from creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, set to premiere globally on Paramount+ on Friday, October 9. Set in the world of
Avatar: The Last Airbender, the original 2D-animated series centers around a young Earthbender who discovers she’s the new Avatar after Korra in a world shattered by a devastating cataclysm. Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko are co-creators and executive producers for
Avatar: Seven Havens. Ethan Spaulding is executive producer and Sehaj Sethi is co-executive producer.
Fire, Earth, Water, Air: Continuing the Avatar Legacy
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 / 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM / Room 1B02
Abrams Books, Dark Horse Comics, Magpie Games, and more are thrilled to treat fans to a panel worthy of the Avatar! Join publishing's creators and writers of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra for an exploration of the beloved world.
Panelists: Randy Ribay, Allison King, James Mendez Hodes, Emma Bonham, and Ben Wilgus
Moderated by: Joan Hilty
Guests:
Allison King - The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender; The Phoenix Pencil Company
Ben Wilgus - Avatar Legends: The Official Character Encyclopedia (Insight Editions), Avatar Legends: Masters of the Elements Vol 1 (Dark Horse), Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Lost Adventures (Dark Horse), The Last Airbender: Zuko's Story (Del Rey)
James Mendez Hodes - Avatar Legends: The RPG (game designer), Eat the Reich (cultural consultant)
Randy Ribay - The Reckoning of Roku, The Awakening of Roku, Nest of Tongues
Fire, Earth, Water, Air: Continuing the Avatar Legacy -- Post Panel Book Signing
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 / 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM / Hall 1A: Author Signing Tables
Join authors from the Avatar Legacy panel as they meet fans and sign books. One book personalized, up to three total books signed, no posed photos. Books will be available for purchase from Barnes & Noble Union Square, NYCC’s official show booksellers, adjacent to the signing tables.
IDW Publishing: You'll Want to Be in This Room
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 / 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM / North-Room 406.2
Do you think the panel title is exaggerating? Just wait until you hear what we're going to announce. Yes, we had one of our best years yet with fan-favorite franchises like Ninja Turtles, original hits like Beneath the Trees, and acclaimed genre imprints like IDW Dark... But that was just the beginning, and the news we drop in this panel will have everyone talking. If you skip the panel and see the news on your phone, you're definitely gonna feel shaken.
Panelists: Christopher Cantwell, Patrick Horvath, Matthew Rosenberg, Mariko Tamaki, and Stan Sakai
The Four Nations Gathering | Avatar Cosplay Meetup
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 / 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM / South Concourse Cosplay Meetups
Come together benders and nonbenders! This meetup welcomes cosplayers from across the entire Avatar universe including Avatar: The Last Airbender The Legend of Korra and beyond. Whether you’re an Avatar bender warrior spirit villain or citizen of the Four Nations come join us for a fun gathering and plenty of photos! All Avatar cosplayers are welcome from iconic characters to original characters and creative interpretations. Let’s bring the Four Nations together show off our cosplays meet fellow fans and capture some amazing group photos. Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Everyone is welcome!
Guests:
Xcandilation - Cosplay, Art and Handmade Costumes
SpongeBob SquarePants Live Cooking Demo!
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 / 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM / Hall 1E: Community Stage
Come see award-winning author and recipe developer Jarrett Melendez demonstrate a recipe from his new book: The Official SpongeBob SquarePants Cookbook! You’ll learn a thing or two about cooking in a pineapple under the sea and get a chance to ask questions about cooking techniques and how Jarrett creates cookbooks inspired by all your favorite fandoms.
Guests:
Jarrett Melendez - Chef's Kiss, Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Official Cookbook, My Pokemon Baking Book
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game OS NYC Takeover
- Hosted By: Paramount Games
- OS NYC • New York, NY
- Friday, October 9 • 4 PM - 10 PM
Overview
Step into the Four Nations at OS NYC for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, featuring gameplay, challenges, food, drinks, prizes & more.
Join Paramount Games Friday, October 9th for an evening of competitive gaming, exclusive giveaways, Avatar-inspired food and drinks, and immersive experiences celebrating the world of Avatar Legends at OS NYC.
At the center of the night is a free-entry, double-elimination Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game tournament, hosted by @YOSENSII, with a $1,750 prize pool up for grabs.
Beyond the tournament, guests can experience the game firsthand, grab exclusive merch, and explore Avatar-inspired moments throughout OS NYC.
What to Expect
Event Highlights
- Free-entry double-elimination tournament
- $1,750 tournament prize pool
- Tournament hosted by @YOSENSII
- Open gameplay throughout the event
- Four Nations-inspired food cart
- Custom Avatar Legends cocktails and mocktails
- Photo-Appa
- Exclusive merch giveaways
- DJ and more surprises throughout the night
Friday, October 9, 2026
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
OS NYC | 50 Bowery, New York, NY 10013
FREE ENTRY
Come play, compete, eat, drink, and celebrate Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game in NYC. 18+.
Please Note
This event is first come, first served and subject to venue capacity. An RSVP does not guarantee admission. It's recommend arriving early to secure entry.
Aaahh!!! Real Monsters Thrilljoy PIX! NYCC 2026 Exclusives
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Stream a Mountain of Entertainment, including your Nickelodeon favorites on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com!
Originally published: October 03, 2026.
