Here’s a list of zine and DIY events coming up in the UK.
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Over Here Zine Fest is a not-for-profit event showcasing the work of Black / Asian / POC (people of colour / global majority zine makers, artists, writers and activists. Everyone is welcome to attend. The aim is to build self-sustaining alternative models for publishing, art, activism and collaboration in our communities. It is organised by a group […]
Zines ASSEMBLE is a one-day online symposium on Friday 9th September 2022, with formal and informal talks, presentations and sharing, followed by a 24-hour zine jam, with facilitated in-person and online zine making over the weekend of Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September. We want to: Promote zines studies as a transdisciplinary field Advance a […]
For this workshop we want to encourage communication and collaboration by working on zines as a group. each person will complete a zine front page and the zines will be swapped around the group to continue the theme based on the cover. We provide all materials needed and youre welcome to attend alone or with […]
We are very happy to welcome you to Leeds Zine Fair (our first since 2018) on 24th September 2022! It’ll run from 11am to 5pm. This year we’re gonna be at CLAY (Centre For Live Arts Yorkshire), 2 Regent St, LS2 7QA. It’s a really special place and we’re really happy to be holding the fair there. Applications for […]
London Spanish Book & Zine fair is back with two days of keynotes, discussions and book stalls. Register for a visitor's pass. About this event The Fourth edition of the London Spanish Book & Zine Fair will take place on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd October 2022. The fair will come back to its cosy home […]
Bradford Zine Fair is back at City Library on Saturday 1st October 2022, 11am-4pm
"On Friday 7th October, we have 'an audience with', a panel discussion event talking all things zines - how they make us feel, what they do politically, the zine world today. On Saturday 8th, we have outside(r) zine fair, held at Coventry Cathedral, where there will also be zine workshops throughout the day. On Sunday […]
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 […]