Heading to Modern Age Comics? Check 12 things before you buy: free Comic Buyer’s Playbook.
PDF, downloads right away. You’ll also get the ComicCollx daily email. One click to unsubscribe.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 5 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 5 PM |
About Modern Age Comics
Modern Age Comics is a comic book store located in Algonquin, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Modern Age Comics is a family-run Algonquin store that bags and boards every comic at no charge and offers pre-order discounts in store. It carries English and Spanish books, graphic novels, back issues, toys and statues, with release-day pickup or shipping for pull orders. Google reviewers most often mention the helpful owner, new reads, graphic novels and collectible selection. Modern Age Comics is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.6 stars from 272 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for the latest Wednesday releases, back issues, CGC-graded slabs, local comic shops like Modern Age Comics in Algonquin are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit Modern Age Comics online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Modern Age Comics at a glance
- Open 6 days a week · Open Saturdays (11 AM to 8 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 5 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Thom's Comics & Collectibles in Elgin, 8.9 mi away.
Comic Cons coming up in Illinois
- Illinois Comic Con — Nov 14, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026, Peoria
- C2E2 — Apr 30, 2027 – May 2, 2027, Chicago
Modern Age Comics reviews
Is Modern Age Comics well reviewed?
Modern Age Comics has a 4.6-star average from 272 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Modern Age Comics
Where is Modern Age Comics located?
Modern Age Comics is located in Algonquin, Illinois at 2214 E Algonquin Rd.
Does Modern Age Comics sell back issues?
Yes, Modern Age Comics maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at Modern Age Comics?
Modern Age Comics is a local comic book store in Algonquin, Illinois. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is Modern Age Comics open?
Modern Age Comics's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday 10 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 8 PM; Thursday 10 AM to 5 PM; Friday 11 AM to 8 PM; Saturday 11 AM to 8 PM; Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Modern Age Comics?
The closest are Thom's Comics & Collectibles in Elgin (8.9 mi), Thunder Comics in Streamwood (10 mi), Beyond Tomorrow Comics in Palatine (12 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Modern Age Comics
The closest other comic book stores to Modern Age Comics, by distance:
Thom's Comics & Collectibles
Thunder Comics
Beyond Tomorrow Comics
Keith's Komix Inc
View all 118 comic book stores in Illinois →
More comic book stores in Illinois
- Chicago (25 comic book stores)
- Rockford (5 comic book stores)
- Springfield (5 comic book stores)
- Naperville (4 comic book stores)
- Mt Vernon (3 comic book stores)
- Belleville (2 comic book stores)
Buying or selling comics? Start here
Straight answers to the questions collectors ask most, with numbers you can check.
- How Much Do Comic Shops Pay for Collections?
- Should I Grade My Comic With CGC or PSA?
- I Inherited a Comic Collection. What Should I Do First?
- Is This a Fair Price for My Comic?
Want all of it in one place? Buying and Selling Comics: The 2026 Guide