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| Monday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
About Pastimes Comics & Games
Pastimes Comics & Games is a comic book and gaming store located in Niles, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection, tabletop gaming, trading cards, and hobby supplies. Pastimes Comics & Games, established in 1992, sits inside the Golf Mill Shopping Center in Niles and hosts tabletop game events every day. It carries comics alongside Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! singles and sealed product. Google reviewers most often mention friendly staff, Pokémon, comics and TCGs, plus its tournaments. Pastimes Comics & Games is well-reviewed by the local collector community, earning 4.4 stars from 794 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for modern variants, graphic novels, manga, local comic shops like Pastimes Comics & Games in Niles are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit Pastimes Comics & Games online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
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Is Pastimes Comics & Games well reviewed?
Pastimes Comics & Games has a 4.4-star average from 794 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Pastimes Comics & Games
Where is Pastimes Comics & Games located?
Pastimes Comics & Games is located in Niles, Illinois at 233 Golf Mill Drive Entrance, 8.
Does Pastimes Comics & Games sell back issues?
Yes, Pastimes Comics & Games 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 Pastimes Comics & Games?
Pastimes Comics & Games is a local comic book store in Niles, 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 Pastimes Comics & Games open?
Pastimes Comics & Games's listed hours are: Monday 12 to 8 PM; Tuesday 12 to 8 PM; Wednesday 12 to 9 PM; Thursday 12 to 9 PM; Friday 12 to 9 PM; Saturday 11 AM to 6 PM; Sunday 11 AM to 6 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Pastimes Comics & Games?
The closest are Aw Yeah Comics in Skokie (4.5 mi), Atlas Comics in Chicago (5.1 mi), Comix Revolution in Mt Prospect (5.4 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Pastimes Comics & Games
The closest other comic book stores to Pastimes Comics & Games, by distance:
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