January 13, 2026
The fan-favourite exhibit is set to remain in San Diego for an additional year.
Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder: Where Science Meets Fiction is confirmed to extend its current run at the home of its US debut. Fans can participate in this grand exploration of time and space exclusively at Comic-Con Museum, located in Balboa Park, San Diego. Originally slated to end March 14, 2026, the exhibition will extend to January 14, 2027.
As is only fitting, attendees enter the exhibit through the doors of the iconic blue police box that serves as the Doctor’s ship to travel through the universe, the TARDIS, and make their way through eight engaging zones. The Monster Vault brings guests face to face with a selection of iconic, and sometimes scary, characters. The exhibition has been expertly narrated by Mark Gatiss who, as well as being well known for his work on Doctor Who has a keen interest in the subject of Science.
Additionally, a range of experts and scientists have provided insight into some of the scientific topics featured in the hit series—also the longest-running sci-fi television show in the world. Guests of all ages will see a wealth of original props and costumes from the beloved TV show and travel through the Time Vortex Corridor to explore a variety of topics, from the space-time continuum and artificial intelligence to biological, environmental, and earth sciences, taking them on a journey from the furthest stars to the depths of the ocean.
"We are excited to extend the U.S. premiere of Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder: Where Science Meets Fiction," said Comic-Con spokesperson David Glanzer. "We are thrilled to provide the public with more time to experience this inspiring, entertaining and educational exhibition."
"Science has been part of Doctor Who’s DNA since the first episode aired in 1963," said Steven Swaby, Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder exhibition curator. "Connecting the threads that inspired Doctor Who’s inception in the 1960s with new advances in modern-day science and technology, such as space exploration and global warming, the exhibit reflects how scientific phenomenon and research has changed throughout time."
Tickets are on sale at comic-con.org/museum or at the door, and include admission to the entire three-story Museum. Comic-Con Museum is open Thursday through Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST/PDT, with the last entry at 4 p.m. Closed on Wednesdays.
