Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August 2026
11:00am – 4:00pm
Te Ātea, South Atrium, Grey Gallery & East Terrace at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
Ditch your screens and get lost in the world of zines, print and DIY art across two jam-packed days. Auckland Zinefest is back for its 18th annual winter market at the beautiful Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Join us for a weekend of zines galore, with stalls, activities, and a chance to indulge in creativity.
Discover the zine works of over 120 makers from Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond. Spread across three spaces (Te Ātea, South Atrium, Grey Gallery), each day will have different zinemakers showcasing self-published zines filled with art, photography, comics and everything in between. You’re sure to find something that speaks to you.
But, what is a ‘zine’? Zines are DIY publications made by anyone with something to say – sharing stories and ideas you won’t usually find in mainstream media. Rooted in activist, punk and fandom cultures, they cover everything from niche interests to bold ideas.
After exploring the stalls, let your creativity loose at one of our free activities on the Mezzanine Level and Level Two.
Browse a collection of award-winning zines or challenge yourself with our zinemaking challenge in the E H McCormick Research Library – open from 11-3pm both days.
In the East Terrace on Level Two, you can make yourself a take-home badge with two sessions at 11-12pm and 2-3pm, or make a teeny-tiny zine you can use as a pin or magnet from 12pm-3pm.
Take a breather outside in the East Terrace with plenty of space to relax. Enjoy the connection to nature with views of Rangipuke (Albert Park) and purchase kai from one of our vendors. You can eat and drink in this space, but please note you won’t be able to carry kai and food back into the building.
Come meet zinemakers, swap stories, get crafty and leave inspired with a bag full of new treasures!
✨ FREE entry to the gallery, market and activities!
💸 Bring cash plus a bag to carry your haul home.
📚 Check out the details on activities on the Auckland Zinefest social media and website.
Need a quieter moment to browse?
Join us for our Relaxed Hour from 10–11am on both days – a low-stimulation period for anyone who needs a more relaxed environment.
Want to plan ahead? Sneak peeks of stallholders and activities will be popping up on our Instagram, Facebook, and website soon.
Proudly supported by the Creative Communities Scheme and Auckland Council.