Diego, the "first dog" of San Diego, will also join the event in costume to help kick off the annual convention.

The California State Library Parks Pass, which gets you visit many state-operated parks for free, can be checked out like a book.

The San Diego Public Library (SDPL) is offering limited-edition library cards and special programming for San Diego Comic-Con, all for free.

Often called the "Oscars of the comics industry," Comic-Con hosts the 37th annual Eisner Awards on Friday, celebrating top ...