batman day

Batman Day 2026 is celebrated on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

This global event, which typically occurs on the third Saturday of September, features a variety of celebrations for fans of the Caped Crusader:

• Comic Shop Events: Participating comic book shops and retailers worldwide are hosting events including creator signings, cosplay contests, and giveaways. Fans can pick up exclusive paper masks featuring various iterations of Batman, including the Absolute Batman, Hush Batman, and Dark Knight Returns Batman.
• Special Releases: The centerpiece of the 2026 celebration is the one-shot comic Batman of Two Worlds, which features stories starring both the main DC Universe Batman and his Absolute Universe counterpart.
• Theatrical Screenings: Select theaters are hosting limited-time re-releases of classic Batman films, including Batman (1989), Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, and The LEGO Batman Movie.
• Digital and Gaming: Fans can also engage through various digital activities, such as DC Universe Online in-game events and other Batman-themed gaming content.