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Leeds Zine Fair 2022

CLAY 1-2 Regent Street, Leeds, United Kingdom

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 2022

InSpire at St Peters Liverpool Grove, London, United Kingdom

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

Bradford City Library 9 Aldermanbury, City of Bradford, United Kingdom

Bradford Zine Fair is back at City Library on Saturday 1st October 2022, 11am-4pm

Zine-making Workshop with Ergi Press

Streetlife 29-31 Coney St 29-31 Coney Street, York, United Kingdom

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 […]

Lincoln Zine Fest

The Collection Danes Terrace, Lincoln, LN2 1LP, United Kingdom

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

Zine Dating (Brighton)

The Queery 46 George St, Brighton, United Kingdom

"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 2023

Eastside Projects 86 Heath Mill Ln, Deritend,, Birmingham, United Kingdom

"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."

Zine Club (Norwich Millennium Library)

Norwich Millennium Library The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich

"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 […]

Zine Making Session Explore, Draw, Write, Collage, Doodle & Make Zines!

Arndale Centre Morecambe Arndale Centre Market Street, Morecambe, United Kingdom

"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 […]

Swindon Zine Fest 2023

Central Community Centre Emlyn Square, Swindon

"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 […]

York Zine Fest

The Crescent York

Bringing together paper lovers and celebrating DIY publishing. Summer Fest 22 July 2023 @thecrescentyork FREE ENTRY ALL AGES NICE TIMES

Kendal Zine Fest

Kendal Town Hall 9a Lowther St,, Kendal, United Kingdom

"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 […]

Over Here Zine Fest 2023

People's History Museum Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester, United Kingdom

"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."

Leeds Zine Fair 2023

CLAY 1-2 Regent Street, Leeds, United Kingdom

"OK! We have set the date for LEEDS ZINE FAIR 2023! 7th October at the Wonderful @clayleeds Get it in your diaries and keep an eye out for more info in the coming months x"

Kendal Zine Fest

Kendal Town Hall 9a Lowther St,, Kendal, United Kingdom

Applications for the next KZF are OPEN (link in bio) Please get your applications in soon! Our next event will be a month before Christmas on the 26th of November and we’re opening our tables to creatives of all kinds: not just zine makers! We’re looking forward to reading all of your applications!

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