In 2024, we are going to Fest for TWO DAYS! We’ll be back at Blue Genie Art Bazaar on Saturday & Sunday, October 19 & 20. We’ll have over 100 exhibitors! Scroll down for all the details, including a venue map with table numbers, an exhibitor list with links to their work, and a juicy FAQ!
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Come to the Fest to learn about zines! To buy zines! To meet zine creators! To make your own zine!
Lone Star Zine Fest is a free, fun, all-ages event featuring zine creators, collectives, distributors, retailers, libraries, and small presses sharing their amazing work and showcasing the diversity of expression made possible by independent- and self-publishing. The Fest is organized by Austin Zine Friends, a small group of zine-loving volunteers who are passionate about creating space for zine creators and zine fans to come together.
– 2024 Table Map –
– 2024 Exhibitor List –
– 2024 Event FAQ –
When and where is Lone Star Zine Fest happening?
The 2024 Fest goes down on Saturday and Sunday, October 19 & 20, noon-6pm both days at Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd.
How much does it cost to attend Lone Star Zine Fest?
Nothing, y’all! Admission is FREE, but make sure to bring some bucks because you’re gonna want to buy a bunch of zines. Most exhibitors will be equipped to take Venmo, PayPal, credit cards, etc, but if you wanna be on the safe side, BRING CA$H.
We’ll also have a small selection of LSZF merch new and vintage, for purchase, so swing by and grab a sticker or a t-shirt to help us keep the Fest free!
The space will be decorated with a 1970s theme, and exhibitors and attendees are encouraged to wear 70s-themed outfits.
What is there for kids to do at the Fest?
Lots of zines for sale at the Fest will be kid-friendly and some are made just for kids! Many of the artists also sell stickers, posters, pins, magnets, greeting cards, patches, and other fun merch. There is a lot of kid-friendly artwork on display.
As usual, we are hosting a rad Zine Creation Station where folks of all ages can make their own zines! All the supplies will be provided and volunteers will be on hand to provide guidance. We are still ironing out the details but there will probably be a Gocco tabletop screen printing demo, too!
We’ve grouped all the kid-friendly exhibitors toward the middle of the venue, and all the exhibitors with the most explicit material toward the outside. Vendors with an Adult Zone sign should be avoided by any attendees not open to seeing potentially upsetting material. Feel free to check out our exhibitors’ work ahead of time by following the links on our exhibitor list above. You can even plot your approximate course using the table map we just posted, but be sure to check the onsite maps when you get to the Fest in case anyone has moved around last minute.
What’s y’all’s Covid policy?
The venue is large and spacious but indoors, so we encourage and support masking and will have some masks available if you forget yours. We’ll also have a small air purifier (courtesy of Clear The Air ATX – thanks!) near the Zine Creation Station where folks will be hanging out for extended periods.
Who is organizing this event?
This year’s Fest was organized by Austin Zine Friends, a 501(c)3 nonprofit run by a handful of folks who are passionate about creating space for zine creators and zine fans to come together. The main organizers this year were Chris, Erin, and Jennifer, with graphic design by Michelle and volunteer coordination by Michael. Many zine-loving volunteers are also helping to run the show. Huge special thanks go out to Ejen for handling all of our exhibitor promo on social media!
– 2024 Exhibitor FAQ –
Do I have to sign up to participate, or can I just show up?
Good question! Exhibitors have been finalized for this year’s Fest. Check back next spring, or follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see when applications open for the next Fest.
How much does it cost to participate in Lone Star Zine Fest?
This year table fees ranged from $25 to $250. The Fest is still free to attend.
How early can I start setting up? Relatedly, what time do I need to be set up and ready for the public? And how about take-down & clean up?
Exhibitors should have received an email with detailed information. Please consult those messages, and send us an email if you didn’t receive that info.
When you arrive, you’ll check in with the organizers and get your table assignment, then get to setting up. Your tables and chairs will be already set up and ready for you to make groovy!
Please plan to stay for the entire event. We want attendees to have the best experience possible and that means lots of stuff to see/do/buy! Feel free to lend a hand with cleanup and/or head next door to Brewtorium for an informal post-Fest hangout!