Here are all the ways you can make your FCBD day even better.
VIP passes will get you & a guest into Jetpack Comics early. You’ll be given your bag of swag, have to time to shop and be out the door with plenty of time to hit the other locations and visit the event hall.
*** SUPER SUPER SUPER IMPORTANT THING THAT YOU WILL NOT READ ****
Your VIP pass is only valid for the bonuses and perks indicated in each package at Jetpack Prime. There are no additional offers / bonuses / upgrades at any other stop on the map. In all cases every item is subject to availability and substitutions may occur. The earlier you sign up, the better chance you have of NOT getting substitutes. The list of FCBD books can change at any time. The provided list is what we know of at the time of writing.
ALL VIP PASSES GET 9 AM ENTRY INTO JETPACK
ROCHESTER OPERA HOUSE POWER UP BANDS
The Rochester Opera House Power Up band gets you additional free stuff, VIP viewing, entry to special events, special FCBD discounts and more. The extra free stuff you get at Jetpack alone makes the $10 band more than worth while. All the additional extras are a bonus – Just $10 per band with proceeds going to The Rochester Performance and Arts Center (RPAC) scholarship program.
POWER UP BAND BENEFITS
NEW FOR 2025 – THE ROH POWER UP BAND
What’s a Power Up Band? The ROH P.U.B is your all access pass to entertainment, fun and more free stuff around town.
Bands are available at Stage Door & Jetpack Comics as well as from our street team around the city.
A Power Up Band gets you all of the following perks…
…an extra free comic book, per band, at select scavenger hunt stops while supplies last (listed on the map).
…discounts & deals at select participating locations(listed on the map).
…10 additional free comic books and a $5 Gift Voucher at Jetpack Comics (per band) as well as 9:30 am entryinto Jetpack
HANSON STREET BLOCK PARTY preferred viewing access of KISS tribute band, Hotter Than Hell.
HERVEY’S TIRE ROCK AND ROLL PLAYGROUND access – 3 bands on the Hervey’s Stage
DROPS IN THE OCEAN performance at 12 and 2 at the Rochester Library.
ANNIE-KIN SKYWALKER performance, hourly at the Rochester Opera House.
FCBD GARAGE AFTER PARTY ADMISSION, featuring the World Famous Toes
JUST ADDED – Free Pass to see Annie at the Rochester Opera House on 5/3 or 5/4
1 free ticket to Annie: The Musical. Available dates: 5/3 at 7:30pm or 5/4 at 5:00pm
Just visit the Opera House box office prior to show time.
You do not need a Power Up band to enjoy Free Comic Book Day – it just gives you a ton more.
Proceeds from the Power Bands goes to support RPAC.
VIP BAGS
ALL VIP PASSES GET 9 AM ENTRY INTO JETPACK & INCLUDE ONE POWER UP BAND.
Be sure to purchase additional bands for your whole group.
VIP passes will get you & a guest into Jetpack Comics early.
You’ll get your bag of swag, visit our POWER UP ROOM of Freebies & Savings, shop and be out the door to hit the other locations. Swing by Hanson Street, the Library and visit the event hall then meet us at the Garage for the costume contest and the after party featuring the WFT (World Famous Toes). VIP bags only include the items indicated. ***
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** PARENTS / GUARDIANS – If you don’t review your children’s reading material it’s on you. Comic book content varies from publisher to publisher. Take the time to make sure you’re not giving your children something you don’t want them to see.
FCBD ADD ONS
All of the FCBD add ons are produced in limited qty. Orders are filled in the order they are received. Guarantee that you get one of these awesome FREE COMIC BOOK DAY Add Ons by ordering yours now. You do not need to purchase a VIP package to be able to preorder the add on. Add ons can be added to your mailorder purchase as well.
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Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageFCBD PATCH ASSORTMENT
$25.00 – $40.00
Here’s a couple of other early entry cheats for you.
FAST PASS THE LINE ONCE YOU GET INTO JETPACK – Yes, you will still have to wait in the line to get into the store but once you are in you can make a purchase of $9.99 or more and fast pass the line inside the store to get to the Free Comic Books even sooner.
THE JETPACK SECRET BACK DOOR DEAL – For just $5 per person you can sneak in the back door, pick 3 free comics and hit the road. It’s the ultimate cheat that no one knows about. CASH ONLY HERE!
Please promise us you read this.
** PARENTS / GUARDIANS – If you don’t review your children’s reading material it’s on you. Comic book content varies from publisher to publisher. Take the time to make sure you’re not giving your children something you don’t want them to see.
VOLUNTEERS
We’re always looking for people to help us out on Free Comic Book Day. If you’ve got the time we’ll reward you well. Drop us a line and let us know if you’re in for FCBD.
THE EVENT HALL
The Ballroom at the Governor’s Inn is our annual FCBD event hall.
Meet Special Guests & shop with a few select vendors.
There are free comics in the Event Hall
*** SUPER SUPER SUPER IMPORTANT THING THAT YOU WILL NOT READ
Your VIP pass is only valid for the bonuses and perks indicated in each package at Jetpack Prime. There are no additional offers / bonuses / upgrades at any other stop on the map. In all cases every item is subject to availability and substitutions may occur.
ROCHESTER OPERA HOUSE POWER UP BANDS – The Rochester Opera House Power Up band gets you additional free stuff, VIP viewing, entry to special events, special FCBD discounts and more. The extra free stuff you get at Jetpack alone makes the $10 band more than worth while. All the additional extras are a bonus – Just $10 per band with proceeds going to The Rochester Performance and Arts Center (RPAC) scholarship program
Please promise us you read this.
** PARENTS / GUARDIANS – If you don’t review your children’s reading material it’s on you. Comic book content varies from publisher to publisher. Take the time to make sure you’re not giving your children something you don’t want them to see.
VOLUNTEERS
We’re always looking for people to help us out on Free Comic Book Day. If you’ve got the time we’ll reward you well. Drop us a line and let us know if you’re in for FCBD.
DISCLAIMERS
FREE COMIC BOOK DAY FILMING & PHOTOGRAPHS.
Please note that there will be several film crews and photographers on hand at the Free Comic Book Day Festival. Attending the Rochester Free Comic Book Day Festival is your tacit permission to film you and or your family without express written permission. Images may be used in movie, TV, or still photographs for publicity and promotional purposes.
PARENTS & GUARDIANS MUST APPROVE ALL COMIC BOOKS GIVEN OUT ON FCBD
If you chose not to enter the premises of any establishment, to view the comic book(s), then you have given approval for your child to take whatever they want. Comic books may contain violence, adult situations and mature themes. We strongly encourage you take the time to review what your child may be viewing. All locations will offer the choice of All Ages or T (PG) comic books.