Whether you’re celebrating Free Comic Book Day or your child is into graphic novels or anything superheroes, you’ll want to check out these comic book stores in metro Detroit.
Most of the stores also buy back comics and other items so if you’re doing some purging this holiday season, you’re in luck. You can even sign up for memberships or subscriptions at most of these locations that will have you looking like the “cool parent” getting new comics first.
2nd & Charles
- Addresses: 3924 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills; 45290 Utica Park Blvd., Utica
- Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday
This store was voted America’s #1 Best Bookstore by Newsweek. Buy or sell your used books, music, vinyl, comics and collectibles.
9planets comics and collectibles
- Address: 20702 Van Born Road, Dearborn Heights
- Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday-Monday
This comic book store is your home for comic books, Funko Pops, wrestling, action figures, horror figures and collectibles and more.
Adventure, Ink
- Address: 108 E. Main St., Milan
- Hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday-Monday
This spot features books, games and comics. Be sure to check out the events, too.
A To Z Cards Comics Coins
- Address: 32647 Ford Road, Garden City
- Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and Monday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday-Friday
This store has been around for more than 25 years. It sells graphic novels, action figures, trade paperbacks, sports and collector cards and coins. Every Sunday, it hosts a Yu-Gi-Oh tournament at 12:30 p.m. that costs $5 to enter.
Big Ben’s Comix Oasis
- Address: 6711 Allen Road, Allen Park
- Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
This comics and collectibles store features graded comics, Funko products, Pokemon, Marvel Toys, DC Toys and other toys and action figures. If you’re looking to sell some items, call them at 313-382-0700. You can receive cash or store credit for your sold items.
Bring Your Old Books
- Address: 48551 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township
- Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; closed Sunday-Monday
This comic book store buys, sells and trades used books and comics. Stop in to purchase a comic out of the bin for only $10 and turn your used books in for credits to use on your next purchase.
ClockTower Comix & Collectibles
- Address: 518 N. Main St., Chelsea
- Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
Shop comics, collectibles and cards at this comic book store. Its weekly trade night is on Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m. It will have free tables to buy, sell and trade with others.
Comic City
- Locations in metro Detroit
- Hours vary by location
Shop from bargain comic books, which are 50% off at this family-friendly comic book store. You can also sign up for the in-store subscription that allows you to pick up new releases on the day they’re released.
Comic Showcase
- Address: 49130 Pontiac Trail, Wixom
- Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Wednesday-Monday; closed Tuesday
This shop features comic books, sports cards and other collectibles.
Comics and More
- Address: 28059 John R Road, Madison Heights
- Hours: Noon-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; closed Sunday
Find graphic novels, comic books, toys, MTG, Pokemon and more at this shop.
Comix Corner
- Address: 32032 Utica Road, Fraser
- Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday-Friday
Shop your favorite comics at this store. It also buys comics, too.
Cosmic Comics And Toys
- Address: 28400 Five Mile Road, Livonia
- Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday
Shop from a great selection of toys and comic books. They feature new, weekly releases, Lego, Hot Wheels, action figures and more.
Fun 4 All Comics & Games
- Address: 3773 Carpenter Road, Ypsilanti
- Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday
Shop games and comics at this local spot, including graphic novels, card games, miniatures games, board games and more.
Funky Town Toys
- Address: 45249 Van Dyke Ave., Utica
- Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday
Here, you’ll be able to buy, sell and trade your vintage or modern comics, collectibles, statues and action figures. Make sure to keep an eye out for events happening all year long.
GOB Retail
- Address: 775 E. 14 Mile Road, Clawson
- Hours: 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday
It’s Michigan’s largest game and comic book store featuring 7,900 square feet with 199,090 games, comics and collectibles. It also features a large open gaming space. You can purchase items in-store or online.
Gotham Night Comics
- Address: 37661 Five Mile Road, New Five Plaza, Livonia
- Hours: Noon-6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday-Monday
This neighborhood comic book store offers the largest selection of action figures around. It also features collectibles, comic books including Marvel comics and DC comics.
Green Brain Comics
- Address: 13936 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
- Hours: Noon-5 p.m. Sunday-Tuesday, 11 a.m.-7 pm. Wednesday, noon-7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday
This comic book store is family-owned and operated. It features comics, Manga, graphic novels, hardcovers, apparel, action figures and statues, role-playing games, puzzles and more. Check out the free, monthly program, Brain Candy. It features a live program of music, prose, poetry and visual art curated by the Emerging Writers Network.
J&T Comics
- Address: 31364 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
- Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
Check out the large selection of graded comic books. Also, Magic: The Gathering, sports and Pokemon cards, too.
Liberty Comics
- Address: 27639 Gratiot Ave., Roseville
- Hours: Noon-5 p.m. Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Wednesday-Friday; closed Monday
Shop a wide variety of comics and other collectibles at this store in Macomb County.
Mike’s Comics and Games
- Address: 36121 Green St., New Baltimore
- Hours: Noon-8 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, noon-6 p.m. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
Head to downtown New Baltimore to check out this unique store, which includes comics, games, gaming accessories and trade paperbacks for all ages. It also sells a wide variety of candy, soft drinks and energy drinks.
MiPOPS! Comics and Collectibles
- Address: 48540 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township
- Hours: 1-8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 1-9 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
This family-owned business and operated Funko Pop specialty shop. It features a large assortment of Funko Pops, action figures, comics, statues and other pop-cultural apparel and collectibles.
Morse’s ComicBook Stash
- Address: 33077 Garfield Road, Suite A, Fraser
- Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
They feature unique merchandise at this comic book store. It also buys, sells and trades, too.
Pop’ N Comics
- Address: 41804 Hayes Road, Clinton Township
- Hours: Noon-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and Wednesday-Thursday, noon-8 p.m. Friday; closed Monday-Tuesday
This comic book store sells Funko Pops, comic books, action figures and other collectibles.
Prime Time Comics and Cards
- Address: 4 N. Broadway St., Lake Orion
- Hours: Noon-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and Wednesday-Thursday, noon-8 p.m. Friday; closed Monday-Tuesday
This comic book store was opened in 1990. It features comic books, sports memorabilia, collectible cards and more.
Secret Crisis Comics
- Address: 1165 S. Main St., Chelsea
- Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday; closed Tuesday
Visit on Wednesdays for “New Comic Book Day!” Also, be sure to check out the subscription service for new comics, back issues, trade paperbacks, role-playing games, board games, Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, new hockey cards and more. If you’re looking to sell comics, Manga and trade paperbacks or something else of value, be sure to call ahead 734-593-7110.
Stadium Cards & Comics
- Address: 2061 Golfside Road, Ypsilanti
- Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday
Shop Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, sports, comics and more. It also buys cards.
State of Comics
- Address: 575 Forest Ave., Suite A, Plymouth
- Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday
It sells plenty of comic books, TCG, tabletop gaming like Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh, figures, statues, apparel, plushes and much more.
The Comicade
- Address: 27855 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills
- Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
Shop comics and collectibles, including Magic and Pokemon collectible cards.
Time Travelers: Comics, Cards, & Collectibles
- Address: 3277 Twelve Mile Road, Berkley
- Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
This store sells comics, cards, toys and collectibles. You can also sell your comics or action figures to make some cash back. Each month, it hosts a number of events, including sales, giveaways, free activities, pay to play competitive leagues and more.
Vault of Midnight
- Addresses: 219 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 2857 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit
- Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; closed Monday
This comic book store features graphic novels, Manga, games, roleplaying games, drinkware, toys, dice, figurines, apparel, journals and more. You can shop in person or online.
Warp9 Comics
- Address: 21 W. 14 Mile Road, Clawson
- Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday and Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday; closed Tuesday
Shop comics, cool collectibles and other toys at this comic book store. If you sign up for the membership, you will receive subscription pull, 25% off all new comics, 25% discount on all trades and hardcovers and $1 discount on all comic supplies.
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