We are approaching that time of year again, Free Comic Book Day! This year it lands on May 3rd and promises some good books to check out.  As I come across more or more details, I will update this article. So map out a day of comic books, visit a few stores, and make sure to support your local shops. It might be free to you but these comics are not free for the comic shops so make a purchase if you can.

For the lineup of issues being offered this year, click here.

Ash Ave Comics
10AM to 7PM
Tempe, AZ

“Free Comic Book Day is this Saturday, and we are excited to welcome back our guests @billyscomics and @lusterkaboom for their latest release in their bootleg-verse, Secret Warp. Billy and Luster will have a FCBD exclusive cover for their new comic available at the shop from 10-7, and that’s in addition to the massive number of FCBD titles we will have available for the day. Looking forward to another fun Free Comic Book Day at Ash Avenue Comics!”

Brandon’s Comics
9AM 
Tempe, AZ
Spend $250 tomorrow and you’ll receive:
• A full bagged & boarded set of every FCBD 2025 book
• A Pokémon Nanoblock Set (includes a $35 Nanoblock kit)
That’s a $185+ value FREE with your purchase!

Cab Comics
11AM to 2PM
Flagstaff, AZ

Several guests including Alexis Ziritt

“We will be raffling off some sketch covers for some lucky winners.

We will also be having the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets outside and the proceeds will go to the Flagstaff Family Food Center. You also get a raffle ticket for every $10 you spend in the store. There will also be a sale happening in store. Already discounted items along with LEGO merchandise will not be on sale.”
Choose 1 copy of each title up to 5 BOOKS TOTAL, per person. NO DUPLICATES!
**We will be raffling off 1 Full-Day Friday Pass to Phoenix Fan Fusion EACH HOUR during Free Comic Book Day this Saturday from 11AM-7PM. Multiple chances to win throughout the day, but you can only win once. 1 raffle ticket entry per purchase.

Drawn To Comics
10AM to 3PM
Velma Teague Library (Glendale, AZ)

So.Many.Guests! Highlighted by Kyle Higgins and Ryan Parrott.

Dreadnought Comics
10AM 
Phoenix, AZ

Join us for at 10am for 3 free Fcbd comics per person and thousands more for 50 cents each!
In store sales include 25% off all toys and back issue comics, 50% off all back issue comics under $50!!!

Fantastic Worlds Comics
1PM to 7:30PM
Scottsdale, AZ

Special guests Terry Moore and Kevin Eastman

Fantasy Comics
10AM
Tucson, AZ

Local writers, artists, and cosplayers as well as food trucks

Gotham City Comics and Collectibles
11AM to 6PM
Mesa, AZ

“Free Comics for everyone! Special Guest artists, vendors and much more!”

Heroes and Villains Comics
10AM to 7PM
Tucson, AZ

“We’re giving away 10,000+ FREE comics spanning superheroes, manga, action, and beyond. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just comic-curious, this is your perfect intro to a world of adventure.

Costumed characters, exclusive collectibles, and a party vibe you won’t want to miss!”

Monster Comic Books
11AM 
Tempe, AZ

Writers and artists; J Gonzo, Victor Irizarry, Kraig Rasmussen, Tommy Cannon, and Mark Bandy.

R-Galaxy
11AM to 6PM
Tucson, AZ

Sales, giveaways, and local artists.

Samurai Comics (All Four Locations)
10AM to 6PM
Chandler, Phoenix, Glendale, Mesa

Details TBA

Space Monkey Comics
9AM to 2PM
Tucson, AZ

Free comics, vendors onsite.

Strange Adventures
9AM to 9PM
Tempe, AZ

Free comics, coffee, and enamel pins (first 100 visitors)

Surprise Comics
9AM to 5PM
Surprise, AZ

Artist Scott Serkland will be on hand plus store sales

 

Waiting to see if anything is announced from:
Greg’s Comics
Mr. E Comics