Summer Convention Exclusives Funko Pop! Figures

San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) is one of the largest and most important pop culture events in the world, held annually in San Diego, California. It began in 1970 as a small comic book fan gathering and has since evolved into a global celebration of comics, movies, TV shows, anime, and video games. The event features exclusive merchandise, first-look trailers, star-studded panels, and rare collectible figures, many of which are only available during the convention. For collectors, especially of Funko items, SDCC is a key moment in the calendar year, thanks to the exclusive figures with the SDCC sticker, which are considered highly valuable and sought-after.

Funko San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) exclusives are limited edition Funko Pop! figures created specifically for San Diego Comic-Con, one of the world’s largest and most influential pop culture events. These exclusives are either available only at the event itself or through select partner retailers in limited quantities. What sets them apart is the official SDCC or “Summer Convention” sticker on the box, which significantly increases their collectible value. Many of these Pops are unique variants of existing characters—such as glow-in-the-dark, metallic, flocked, or alternate costumes—and are often never released again, making them highly sought-after by collectors.

Yes, SDCC (San Diego Comic-Con) Funko Pop! figures are considered very rare and highly collectible. They are usually released in limited quantities, either exclusively at the convention itself or through select retail partners under the “Summer Convention” sticker. Many of these figures are never restocked, which makes them especially valuable to collectors worldwide. SDCC exclusives often feature unique character variants such as glow-in-the-dark finishes, metallic paint, flocked textures, or alternate costumes, adding to their exclusivity and demand. Due to this high demand, they often sell out within minutes, making them one of the most sought-after types of Funko releases each year.

San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) takes place every year in July, usually during the second or third week of the month. It is the largest and most iconic comic and pop culture convention in the world, attracting thousands of fans, exhibitors, and celebrities from across the entertainment, comics, anime, and gaming industries. The four-day event features exclusive reveals, panels, cosplay contests, premieres, and collectible merchandise, including Funko Pop SDCC Exclusives. The exact dates are announced months in advance, and tickets typically sell out quickly due to overwhelming demand.

Some of the most sought-after and rarest Funko Pop! figures ever released came from San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) exclusives. These pieces are highly desirable due to their limited production runs, exclusive distribution, and connection to iconic characters or licenses. Here are some of the most iconic and valuable SDCC Funko Pops to date:

• Freddy Funko as Venom (2019) – Limited to only 24 pieces, making it extremely rare and valuable.
• Planet Arlia Vegeta (2014) – A must-have for Dragon Ball collectors, highly limited and coveted.
• Tony Stark with Iron Man helmet (2012) – One of the earliest SDCC Marvel exclusives, now a classic.
• Freddy Funko as Jaime Lannister (bloody) (2013) – A top-tier Freddy that often fetches thousands on the resale market.
• Star Wars Shadow Trooper (2011) – A vintage SDCC Pop! that's hard to find and prized by Star Wars fans.
• The Big Bang Theory Star Trek SDCC set (2013) – The entire crew dressed as Star Trek characters, iconic among sitcom collectors.

The Funko SDCC 2025 exclusives will be available starting July 24, both online at our store and in all Nerdom physical locations at the same time. If you’re hoping to grab your favorite exclusive, we recommend being ready on launch day, as quantities are limited and demand is traditionally high for Comic Con items. This release date applies to all SDCC 2025 figures, regardless of category or fandom.