Here’s a list of zine and DIY events coming up in the UK.
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Kate (she/her) and Imogen (she/her) from Ergi Press will be talking about their experiences in setting up a publishing house and making and distributing their regular zine. The evening will be split into a talk and then an informal, guided zine-making session where everyone will be welcomed to write, draw and create a mini zine […]
We are excited to announce that this years Lincoln Zine Fest will be held in conjunction with @collectionusher on Saturday 22nd October! We are very excited about this partnership and can’t wait to see you there. Table applications will open on 27th August - look out for more information coming soon! Applications: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF4Qkcwvat37eHA1fberPEcC1Wyqhkrv0OfhLF17PwfP-RJQ/viewform
Vicky from Pen Fight will be facilitating a workshop on making zines on LGBTQIA+ themes! Whether you're a seasoned zine maker or completely new, all experience and skill levels welcome. Materials and guidance will be provided to cut, stick, draw, or write your own DIY publication from scratch. Book a place here A zine […]
"Brighton Zinesters are collaborating with @cripadjacent for Zine Dating! 30th April taking place at @thequeerybtn. 📬 DM @cripadjacent to book your place, places are limited so book early. All welcome. ✏️ Bring your own materials, paper will be provided. 30+. 1️⃣ In the first half of the event you’ll be chilling out, making your dating […]
"Duplicate Publishing Fair returns in 2023 and will be held at Eastside Projects on Friday 5th (4-8pm) and Saturday 6th (12-5pm) of May. The fair is free to attend and open to all."
"About this event This is part of a series of events presenting research on small press publications, raising questions for contemporary and future publications. Programme 10.00-10.05 Welcome address by Prof. Sharon Morris, Slade School of Fine Art, UCL and Prof. Clare Lees, Director of the Institute of English Studies, SAS. Session 1: 10.15 – 11.45 QUEER READING GROUP: […]
"Free to attend and all materials are provided. No need to book, just drop in! “Zines are usually created with the intention not to profit monetarily but to share one’s thoughts, feelings, creativity, experience, and/or knowledge with others. Zines are part of a DIY culture which often includes people from marginalized communities or those who […]
"Sessions are FREE, & materials provided. With various monthly themes and Guest Ziners! These sessions have not been specifically designed for children and young people. Everyone is welcome though (over 18’s can bring younger folk and under 18’s can bring older folk). Held in accessible venues in a no pressure environment, providing an opportunity for […]
"We will be holding the next Swindon Zine Fest on the 3 June 2023! Applications are now open to table at Swindon Zine Fest 2023! We especially encourage LGBTQIA+, BIPOC & disabled makers to apply. If you have any worries or accessibility questions we will try our best to accomodate/reassure you! We will have a […]
"🛎️ SAVE THE DATE 🛎️ so happy to announce our next fair and this time we’re inside the @guildhallshopanddine"
"Hey zinesters! Emerging from a very long winter hibernation to let you know that Copy That will be back this summer ✌️ in what is looking like a great month+ of zine fests! Saturday 15 July at Archive @archiveleeds Table applications coming soon ✏️"
"Returning to Stanley Arts in 2023 after last year’s success! Cartoonists, self-publishers, small press, zine makers and book artists come together to show, share and sell their creations. There will also be an all ages comic and zine library and an adult comics/zine library with quiet space. Free Entry! Cafe/Bar! Fair opens 12pm-6pm in the […]
Bringing together paper lovers and celebrating DIY publishing. Summer Fest 22 July 2023 @thecrescentyork FREE ENTRY ALL AGES NICE TIMES
"It's ON! The next Kendal Zine Fest is on the 29th of July 2023 and APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN (until the 1st of May) 'Celebrating self-publishing, affordability and inclusivity' A festival showcasing zine makers, illustrators and local creators in Kendal. Started in 2022, we held our first event on the 10th of December in Kendal Town […]
"Have you heard… Over Here Zine Fest is back, Saturday 30th September, 10am-4pm and we’re super happy to be holding it back at @phmmcr (People’s History Musuem). Are you coming? Have you told a friend? Applications open NOW."
