Ōtepoti Zinefest
WHEN: Thursday 5 November - Saturday 7 November
WHERE: Gasworks Museum - 20 Braemar Street, South Dunedin
WORKSHOP: Thursday 5 November 5 - 7pm FREE
PANEL DISCUSSION: Friday 6 November 6pm - 7pm FREE
ZINE MARKET DAY: Friday 7 November 10am - 5pm FREE
Dunedin Dream Brokerage is proud to support Ōtepoti Zinefest, returning this November for its 16th event with a new organising crew and, for the first time, a public programme of events running from 5–7 November. Running since 2010, Ōtepoti Zinefest celebrates zines (handmade magazines and independent publications) and the artists, writers, illustrators, and makers who use them to share ideas, stories, and creative perspectives. Rooted in DIY culture, zines offer a way to experiment with different forms of expression, explore ideas outside of mainstream publishing, and connect with others through the act of making and sharing.
This year, the festival expands beyond its much-loved Zine Market Day with a zinemaking workshop and panel discussion. The programme offers opportunities to explore different creative processes, learn new skills, and connect with the people behind independent publishing, whether you're an experienced zinemaker or discovering zines for the first time.
All events are FREE to attend. Whether you're interested in making, collecting, or simply discovering something new, Ōtepoti Zinefest is an invitation to explore independent publishing and celebrate the creativity, experimentation, and exchange of ideas that make zine culture so special. Nau mai, haere mai!
Thursday 5 November, 5–7pm | Zinemaking Workshop with Gini Jory
Curious about making your own zine? Join zinemaker Gini Jory for a hands-on workshop exploring this accessible and creative form of self-publishing. Whether you're new to zines or keen to experiment with your practice, come along and give it a go.
Friday 6 November, 6–7pm | Zinemakers Panel: Creative Process from Different Perspectives
What inspires a zine, and how does an idea become a finished publication? Hear from a group of zinemakers as they share the ideas, inspirations and processes behind their work. The panel features Bryce Galloway, author of Zines NZ, Past to Present; Spencer Hall, Gini Jory, and El Checketts. Hosted by Gavin Ashworth.
Saturday 7 November, 10am–5pm | Zine Market Day
The much-loved Zine Market Day returns, bringing together independent artists, writers, illustrators, and makers to share and sell their zines, publications, and other creative wares. Browse a range of handmade publications, discover new voices, meet the people behind the work, and support independent creative practice. A community table will also provide an opportunity for zinemakers who can't attend for the full day to leave their publications for sale.
