NYCC 2026: World Record Spider-Man Meet-Up Attempted at NYCC


Talk about a spectacular sight! 🕷️ Hundreds of Spider-Men took over New York Comic Con last night as Jazwares and Disney Consumer Products brought fans together for an epic attempt to break the Guinness World Records title for the largest gathering of people dressed as Spider-Man!

Fans dress up as Spider-Man as Jazwares attempts to break the Guinness World Record for most Spider-Man costumes in one area during New York Comic-Con, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 in New York. (Jason DeCrow/AP Content Services for Jazwares, LLC.)

While the crowd fell just short of breaking the existing record of 685 participants, the event was still an incredible celebration of everyone’s favorite web-slinger, with hundreds of fans suiting up for an unforgettable moment that brought the Spider-Man fandom together in a big way.

Jeremy Padawer, President of Jazwares, poses with Spider-Man fans during New York Comic-Con, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 in New York. (Jason DeCrow/AP Content Services for Jazwares, LLC.)