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| Monday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 5 PM |
About Now & Then
Now & Then is a comic book store located in Mason City, Iowa. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Now & Then is a long-running comic and game store in Mason City's Willowbrook Mall that says it has been open for more than 30 years. It sells Magic: The Gathering, Disney Lorcana, Funko Pops and Warhammer 40K along with board, miniature and card games and hobby supplies, with a weekly hobby night on Thursdays and Magic on Friday nights. Google reviewers most often mention the helpful staff, Dungeons & Dragons and collectibles. Now & Then is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.7 stars from 250 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for trade paperbacks, rare Silver Age keys, modern variants, local comic shops like Now & Then in Mason City are the heart of the Iowa collecting community. Visit Now & Then online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Now & Then at a glance
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 7 PM) · Open Sundays (10 AM to 5 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Oak Leaf Comics & Collectibles in Mason City, 1.3 mi away.
- Find Now & Then on Facebook.
Now & Then reviews
Is Now & Then well reviewed?
Now & Then has a 4.7-star average from 250 Google reviews.
Frequently asked questions about Now & Then
Where is Now & Then located?
Now & Then is located in Mason City, Iowa at 1531 4th St SW.
Does Now & Then sell back issues?
Yes, Now & Then 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 Now & Then?
Now & Then is a local comic book store in Mason City, Iowa. 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 Now & Then open?
Now & Then's listed hours are: Monday 10 AM to 7 PM; Tuesday 10 AM to 7 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 7 PM; Thursday 10 AM to 7 PM; Friday 10 AM to 10 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 7 PM; Sunday 10 AM 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 Now & Then?
The closest are Oak Leaf Comics & Collectibles in Mason City (1.3 mi), Limited Edition Comics in Cedar Falls (58 mi), LOC Collectibles in Cedar Falls (58 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Now & Then
The closest other comic book stores to Now & Then, by distance:
Oak Leaf Comics & Collectibles
Limited Edition Comics
LOC Collectibles
The CORE Comics & Games
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