Across America, mysterious portals are starting to appear beckoning fans to enter the world of Wildwood. The Forest is Calling Portal Experience is set to make its grand debut outside the Hard Rock Café at San Diego Comic Con on July 23, 2026 (through July 26, 2026) before moving on to multiple cities across the United States.
Inspired by Colin Meloy's beloved novel and brought to life through Laika's signature handcrafted artistry, the experience transports fans to this enigmatic, mystical world through the “Impassable Wilderness".
This is the first physical manifestation of the world of Wildwood and the beginning of a national experiential campaign that unfolds across the country before culminating in the film's theatrical release on October 23, 2026.
Built through a combination of practical fabrication and extensive hand craftsmanship, every scenic element has been individually textured, finished and painted to bring the world of Wildwood to life at human scale.
No Comic-Con badge needed.
"Wildwood" is Laika’s upcoming stop-motion dark fantasy about Prue McKeel and her classmate Curtis, who venture into a hidden magical forest near Portland to rescue Prue’s kidnapped baby brother. Filled with enchanted creatures and dangerous foes, the quest tests courage and friendship. With stunning handcrafted animation, a star-studded voice cast, and Laika calling it their most ambitious film yet, it promises a richly imaginative cinematic event worth watching.
