Special Events

Thinking Captions - The Annual SFZF + CAM Comics Reading

Kick off the Zine Fest early with our annual comics reading!

Presented jointly by the San Francisco Zine Fest and the Cartoon Art Museum, Thinking Captions features a half-dozen of today's best indie-cartoonists reading from their work, accompany by a special slideshow presentation. Our all-star lineup consists of Tessa Brunton, Jason Martin, Susie CagleJonas Madden-ConnerRic Carrasquillo and SFZF Special Guest Lark Pien!

The suggested donation for this event is $5, although no one will be turned away for lack of funds. All proceeds benefit the San Francisco Zine Fest and the Cartoon Art Museum.

Thursday, September 1 7:00pm - 9:00pm • Cartoon Art Museum • 655 Mission Street, San Francisco • RSVP on Facebook


SFZF Afterparty and Mixer

Come out after the first day of the Zine Fest to relax, converse, and imbibe a few beverages with other DIY fans and creators. Reconnect with old friends and meet new ones, and recharge and get pumped for day two of the Fest!

Saturday, September 3 7 pm - 10 pm • MissionComics and Art • 3520 20th Street, San Francisco • RSVP on Facebook