Applications open July 1st and close July 20th, right here on our website.

To keep things fair and avoid picking one zine maker over another, all fully completed applications are entered into a lottery.

Yes. All applicants will receive an update once the applications close, via email.

Once applications are reviewed, you will receive a Confirmation Email inviting you to exhibit. This email will include your specific fee details and deadlines.

Fee details are included in your confirmation email. Fees typically range between $25 and $80 depending on event costs. We use a scaled pricing model to keep the festival as accessible as possible for our diverse community of creators, while doing our best every year to keep overall costs low.

Final confirmations are sent out immediately after the exhibitor fee submission deadline closes.

If you miss the fee deadline, your spot will automatically be forfeited and given to someone on our Standby List. (If you need to be removed from the confirmed list, just let us know!)

Yes! One 6–8ft utility folding table and two chairs are provided per table. To accommodate as many creators as possible, all tables are shared—meaning you will have 3–4ft of designated space. This has been our consistent policy year after year to keep the fest vibrant and accessible.

Check-in opens at 10:30 AM and closes promptly at 12PM. Please check in using your registered Exhibitor Name (you can double-check this on our event webpage if you forget). Doors will not open earlier than 10:45 AM as staff will be setting up.

Exhibitor tables are located entirely indoors within the gallery halls. However, the festival expands outside with live music, food vendors, and outdoor seating for everyone to enjoy!

Tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis within our designated sections. Tables can only be officially reserved by SDZF staff—please do not sit at or remove signs marked "Reserved" or labeled with a name/number.

Yes! You can request a "Reserved" sign for them at the check-in table on the morning of the event. No need to email us in advance.

No. Exhibitors often arrive late due to travel or delays, and we want to ensure their space is ready for them. If someone takes a full table without SDZF consent, they will not be invited to exhibit again. Please be mindful, thank you.

• Unloading: Main doors open at 10:45 AM. We highly recommend getting dropped off or pulling up close to unload your heavy belongings first, then moving your car. Please be mindful not to block entrances.

• Parking: The neighborhood offers free, unmetered street parking within walking distance. Just be sure to read all posted street signs to avoid getting towed!