Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 5, 8 a.m., Empire’s Comics Vault, no cover

PHOTO COURTESY of brian caylor

Comic book lovers, unite! During Free Comic Book Day, a worldwide celebration of the worlds and characters that pop from pages to capture our imaginations, Empire’s Comic Vault will give out more than 20,000 free comic books. The shop’s “mini-con” event will also showcase local artists and writers, wrestlers, roller derby athletes and food trucks. Parents grab your kiddos, kiddos grab your friends and head to Empire’s Saturday. 1120 Fulton Avenue, www.empirescomics.com.