Afterparty details! Once South Side Zine Fest + Carnival wraps, we’ll be heading to Maria’s Packaged Goods & Community Bar, 960 W. 31 St. (0.6 mile away from the library), to keep the fun going! Clown around with us from 5 p.m. until ?? The bar offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with a laidback neighborhood hangout vibe. Food is available at Kimski next door. (Maria’s is a 21-and-older establishment.)

How to get to the fest: The Richard J. Daley branch of the Chicago Public Library is located at 3400 S. Halsted St. in the Bridgeport neighborhood. The library is at the corner of 34^th St. and Halsted streets.

The library is on the #8 Halsted bus line (get off at 34^th St.). The closest Red Line stop is Sox-35th (0.9 mile away).

Bicycle parking is available outside the library.

Metered street parking is available along Halsted Street, and you might find free parking on nearby side streets. (Make sure to check the street signs, though. Some side streets require a permit, and getting a parking ticket is no fun.)

Our workshop and panel discussion will take place at Tangible Books, 3326 S. Halsted St., which is located less than a block north of the library (0.1 mile away). If you need help getting over there, please let us know!

Accessibility information: The indoor and outdoor areas where South Side Zine Fest + Carnival will be held are accessible, and there are accessible restrooms at the library. Our fest is a mask-supportive environment. There will be masks on hand for folks who want to wear one.

If you have specific accessibility needs, please get in touch with us at zineclubchicago@gmail.com

What to bring to South Side Zine Fest + Carnival (if you choose):

• Zines to trade (your own or your faves by other zinemakers)
• Small bills if you’ll be shopping for zines (some of our vendors may be able to make change and/or accept digital options)
• A refillable water bottle (stay hydrated, friends!)
• Snacks! There are also several restaurants nearby if you get hungry
• Sunscreen + bug spray if you’ll be participating in our outdoor activities

South Side Zine Fest + Carnival 2026 will be held at 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2026 at the Richard J. Daley branch of the Chicago Public Library. Free! All ages!

Image description: A colorful flyer featuring the image of a carnival clown game and this text: “South Side Zine Fest + Carnival 2026 AFTERPARTY!; Clown around with us after the fest wraps!: 5 p.m. – ?? Saturday, August 15; Maria’s Packaged Goods & Community Bar, 960 W 31^st St, Bridgeport; More info at zineclubchicago.com”