#FreeComicBookDay: 'Be the Hero of Your Own Story'

At Betty's Books

Saturday was Free Comic Book Day, with participating retailers across the country and around the world giving away comics, hosting events, and customers cosplaying for the occasion. Here's a sampling of fun posts from several participating stores:

Secret World Books, Highland Park, Ill.: "Free Comic Book Day has begun! Swing on by to choose 2 free comic books of your choice (and, if you wish, one free Pokemon building set!) We also have a table full of Buy 2, Get 1 Free $1 comic books out front and comics on sale throughout the store!... All decked out for Free Comic Book Day! Still plenty of issues left for fans of all ages!"

Gutter Pop Comics, Buffalo, N.Y.: "Today is FREE COMIC BOOK DAY see you soon!"

Bedrock City Comic Co., Houston, Tex.: "DOORS ARE OPEN for #FreeComicBookDay!"

That's Entertainment, Worcester, Mass.: "Don't miss out on the BIGGEST comic book event at That's Entertainment! Today is Free Comic Book Day, Saturday, May 3rd! We still have lots of amazing FREE COMIC BOOK DAY exclusive comics to give away!"

At Alternate Reality in Las Vegas

Collectors Corner, Parkville, Md.: "Free Comic Book Day has officially BEGUN at Collectors Corner in Parkville! The sun is out, the comics are free, and the vibes are high. Whether you're a hardcore collector or just looking to dip your toes into a new multiverse, today's the day to swing by and scoop some magic. Support local. Collect something epic. Be the hero of your own story."

Galactic Greg's, Valparaiso, Ind.: "It's happening..."

Betty's Books, Webster Groves, Mo.: "It's finally FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!! We're so excited to celebrate graphic lit all day and share all of these wonderful comics + our COMMUNITY ZINE! Swing by for all the goodies and deals!"

Dr. No's Comics & Games Superstore, Marietta, Ga.: "Free Comic Book Day is in full swing!! Stop on by and say hi!"

Heroes and Fantasies, San Antonio, Tex.: "#freecomibookday is in full swing at @heroesandfantasies!! We'll be open till 9pm, get in here and check out all the vendors, swag, and photo-ops! Also got a pic of all the flash tattoos you can get done while here at the shop by Tattoo Perfection, make a choice and come on down! See you at Heroes!"

Crowds at Comix Connection

Comix Connection, Mechanicsburg, Pa.: "#freecomicbookday is going strong. Come in and join us!"

Knowhere Games & Comics, San Marcos, Calif.: "It's #FREEComicBookDay in full swing at #KnowhereGC!!! Swing by and get FREE comics, take advantage of great sales, get your favorite items signed by brilliant creators." 

Four Color Fantasies, Winchester, Va.: "#FCFCoversLiteracy has ended with $11,500 (Thanks Tony for the $5!) raised, bringing our total to over $50,000 raised for Literacy Volunteers Winchester Area raised since 2019!"

Hall of Justice Comics & Collectibles, Parker, Colo.: "Shout out to the best crew and the most incredible customer base in comics. Once again, Hall of Justice Comics & Collectibles had another record breaking FCBD. We couldn't do it without everyone's support. We are truly nothing without the incredible comic book community. YAY COMICS!!"

Infinite Realities: Comics, Games & More, Tucker, Ga.: "It's FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2025 and what an amazing turnout! It's been fantastic seeing so many of our friends together in one place celebrating the medium we all love so dearly! Hooray for comic books!"

Bell, Book & Comic, Dayton, Ohio: "First and foremost, THANK YOU !!!!!! To everyone who came out and celebrated FCBD 2025 with us. We love all of you!!... To say yesterday was a success is a huge understatement. Even with the cold rainy weather you all showed up and showed us love and we appreciate all of you!"

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