How much is admission?

This is a FREE event, sponsored by every single library throughout San Mateo County!

How many artists will be there?

DOZENS! Take your time exploring table-after-table of independent creators displaying their art and books.

Will there be food vendors?

There isn't food available at the expo itself, but there are great walkable options surrounding the South San Francisco Library.

Where can I learn more?

You can read all about our guests and activities--and even about other free PLCAF events throughout the rest of April--at https://comicartsfest.com/.

PLCAF: Small Press Comics Expo 2026

Name: PLCAF: Small Press Comics Expo 2026
Start: 2026-04-04T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-04-04T16:00:00-07:00
Location: Library | Parks & Recreation Center

By San Mateo County Libraries

Overview

Hey! Join us at the Peninsula Libraries Comic Arts Fest Small Press Comics Expo for a day of awesome indie comics and talented creators!

This free one-day event brings you the excitement of a comic-con exhibit hall with local creators, plus special guests Brandon McKinney (Elfquest & X-Force), Maia Kobabe (Gender Queer) & Lucky Srikumar (Opting Out). More guests to be announced! Visit tabling artists, purchase comics directly from creators, participate in hands-on craft activities and listen to inspirational talks with our keynote artists!

The Expo is at the South San Francisco Library, and is BARTable and accessible via SamTrans.

Check out comicartsfest.com for past events and stay tuned for more!

Check in with your eventbrite reservation to receive special limited edition swag!

Good to know

Highlights

6 hours
all ages
In person
Free parking

Location

Library | Parks & Recreation Center

901 Civic Campus Way

South San Francisco, CA 94080

How do you want to get there?

Driving Public transport Biking Walking

Frequently asked questions

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San Mateo County Libraries

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