Los Angeles Zine Fest 2026 (LAZF)

“Handmade publications, radical small-press culture, writers and artists who prefer…”

The Los Angeles Zine Fest is one of the oldest and most beloved zine fairs in the country, gathering independent publishers, artists, and writers for a day of handmade media, radical publishing, and community connection. LAZF has been running annually since 2010 and has grown into a touchstone event for Los Angeles's independent arts and publishing scene. Tabling artists come from across the country to show their work at LAZF: personal essays, poetry, political commentary, visual art, comics, fiction, and hybrids of all of these in formats ranging from hand-stitched booklets to risograph-printed collections. Admission is always free. Every zine at the event is priced accessibly. The Fest also includes workshops, readings, and community programming that extend the experience beyond the table hall. Check lazinefest.com for the 2026 venue and date announcement — the Fest has moved locations across LA in recent years and typically announces early in the year. Bring cash, small bills, and a bag. Plan to spend two to three hours minimum browsing tables. LAZF is the entry point for anyone who wants to understand what Los Angeles's independent creative community is actually making.