Join us in Columbus for the
National Cartoonists Society’s
80th Annual Conference
We’re excited to announce a different way to participate in the National Cartoonists Society’s annual conference — Session-Only Tickets!
Open to members and non-members alike, this special pass gives you access to key professional events and the opportunity to connect with the NCS community.
What’s included with a Session-Only Ticket?
✅ 3 hours of professional presentations
Thursday August 6, Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum— 1-5pm
- Opening Session: Celebrating 80 Years of Cartooning Excellence
- ComicLab Live: Actionable Advice in a Time of Change
- Protecting Your Work: A Legal Panel for Cartoonists
- PLUS special Museum exhibits and NCS archives on display
✅ 2.5 hours of collaborative sessions
Friday, August 7, Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel — 10am-1pm
For current NCS members you can also attend the 9am Business Meeting
- Jim Davis on Getting the Word Out, aka Brevity is the Soul of Wit
- Toon Talks: TED-Style Presentations by Cartoonists
✅ PLUS! A fun Hello Everybody Happy Hour
Live music, free hors d’oeuvres, and great conversation
Thursday evening at the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel— 5-7pm
See detailed session descriptions at the event website: HERE
Please note: Session-only tickets do not include meals, drink tickets, the Reuben Awards banquet, or the official t-shirt and goody bag — but they’re a fantastic way to dip into the NCS experience and connect with peers in the cartooning world.
🎟️ Tickets are just $100 and space is limited. Reserve yours by JULY 1!
Questions? Please reach our Association Manager, Jessica, at ncs@nationalcartoonists.com or 734-239-8031
