BRAND NEW STORY: “Ruff Summer!” Archie’s got a new job as a lifeguard at the beach... but it’s Archie’s dog Vegas who’s having his moment in the sun when he helps save a swimmer! Vegas soon becomes the star of the beach—but will it last?

TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, will Jaguar be able to tighten his belt in time to save Christmas, or is it up to Jughead and Archie? Buckle up for this one, it’s sure to be a bumpy ride! Then Moose helps the gang in a holiday marathon event to benefit sight-impaired children, cohosted by Carla Teal. But this isn’t your standard marathon—it’s filled with traps and obstacles galore!

TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, an opportunity to model alongside Young Doctor Masters sends Betty and Veronica into a toxic “health” competition until they discover that his “perfect specimen” is someone unexpected. Then, Fran Frazer and romantic rival Hal Davis help Archie and Veronica unmask corruption during an investigation!

TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, meet: HEARTBREAKER in his first appearance! Sabrina has accidentally released Heartbreaker, the Anti-Cupid, upon Riverdale! Will Sabrina be able to capture him before he ruins Valentine’s Day for everyone? Then, Moose appears to choose practicing for the Big Game over planning a Valentine’s surprise for Midge—until he reveals her surprise on the football field!

BRAND NEW STORY: “Waterparked!” Betty, Veronica, Archie, and Jughead are excited because they are going to a waterpark for the day. Unfortunately when they get there the park is overcrowded and the lines are endless! Will their day at the waterpark be a big splash or will their idea of fun leave them all wet?

BRAND NEW STORY! Move over, Scooby Doo, the new mystery-solving team is here. Fran Frazer (and introducing her crime-fighting cat Stinger) is on the case with Archie and friends. Can they save the old beach theme park, or will they be scaredy cats?

TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, Can Veronica end the year without breaking her last New Year’s resolution? The answer could mean disaster for Young Doctor Masters! Then, it’s New Year’s Day, and Moose is on his way to a date with Midge—but what starts out as a normal day leads to a snowy adventure!

TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, there’s a winter carnival in town, complete with a Tunnel of Love attraction run by a mysterious mystical woman. When Archie hops on the ride with Penny and Ginger, they each see a future with Archie! Then, Betty and Veronica are helping Ivette Velez, aka the Jaguar, do some last-minute gift shopping—but an appearance from the original Jaguar, Ralph Hardy, threaten to throw their plans awry!

TWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, in “Go Pound Sand!” Jughead takes his little sister Jellybean to the beach promising to help her make the best sandcastle ever. Unfortunately, one of Jellybean’s friends is there with his big sister and theirs puts the Jones’ version to shame! Archie sees what’s going on and calls in some re-enforcements—enter: Veronica Lodge! Whose sandcastle will be the most royal of them all? Then, in “The Doctor is In!” When Young Dr. Masters comes to Riverdale after several years of performing medical care around the world, everyone takes notice, especially Betty and Veronica, who admittedly have a crush on him. When an intern program opens up to work with him, both girls go all out to apply!

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and Archie and Reggie aren’t feeling the love! It’s been a non-stop fight between the two over Veronica’s affection! But Veronica’s got some plans of her own with a secret Valentine—and it looks like Archie and Reggie may need to team up to find out who their mutual competition is! See if they can win Veronica’s heart without losing their minds in “Love at First Fight,” the fun lead story to this special winter annual, featuring even more pages of frosty fun!