Hundreds of children, geeks and comic lovers gathered at Invercargill City Library.
Co-organiser Leon Harnett said about 1000 comic books were distributed.
"There is no age limit. If someone turns up, they can get a comic. If they are dressed in a superhero costume or donate an item of food to the food bank they can get another."
"This is our fourth or fifth year ... but this year just the young one wanted to dress up. The other ones are a bit older.
"It is a fun event for them, while I get some free comic books."
His 5-year-old son Tate came dressed as a circus ringmaster and had fun choosing his two comics from a range including Archie, Avengers, Spiderman, Smurfs and Sonic.
The oldest boy loves comic books so much that he is drawing his own.
"I’ve made a few of them It is quite fun."
