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Limerick Zine Fest 2025 celebrates DIY and Independent publishing from April 30 to May 4
Limerick Zine Fest 2025 celebrates DIY and Independent publishing from April 30 to May 4. Mot Collins (left), and Grace Coakley (right) at Limerick Zine Fest 2024 Zine Market. Photo by Nancy Geary Photography
Limerick Zine Fest 2025 Celebrates DIY Culture and Independent Publishing with Week-Long Festivities
Limerick Zine Fest (LZF), a new festival dedicated to the vibrant world of DIY culture and independent publishing, kicks off its second edition this April 30-May 4. Founded by Caoilfhinn Geary, Tiffany Glenn, and Daithí Mac Cruitín, the festival brings together zinesters, small presses, and indie publishers for five days of creative community events — all completely free to attend!
“Limerick Zine Fest is about art, community, making friends, and creating a safe, accessible space for people to express their art, ideas, and interests–zine maker or not. Limerick Zine Fest is about bringing art into the community in an accessible way for all to enjoy, which was fundamental to our choice of venues which are all community hubs,” said Caoilfhinn Geary, co-producer LZF.
The festival features a rich program including a two-day Zine Makers Market, hands-on workshops, a panel discussion with artists, and an open makers session. With events hosted in iconic Limerick locations like Crew Brewing Co., Starling, St. John’s Pavilion, and Spacecraft Studios, Limerick Zine Fest promises an immersive experience for artists, writers, readers, and curious newcomers alike.
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The festival schedule will see a ‘Drink & Draw Zine Workshop’ kicking things off on Wednesday April 30 at Crew Brewing Co., 35 Thomas St from 8:00–10:00 PM.
On Thursday, May 1 at Starling, 31 Nicholas St, there will be an Open Mic Night with Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD) Poetry Society from 7:00–9:00 PM.
The festival continues to ramp up on Friday, May 2 with a Zine Makers Market from 5pm to 10pm at St John’s Pavilion, Mulgrave St, a Letterpress & Screenprint with Limerick Printmakers from 6:00–9:00 PM, and a Zine Making Workshop with Anna O’Leary from 6 to 8 PM ti sign-up open now on Eventbrite.
Saturday, May 3 will see the Zine Makers Market return to St. John’s Pavilion, Mulgrave St from 10am to 3pm, an Artist Panel Talk with Kate Moore, Billy Kenrick & Kim Crowley from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM, and a Zine Making Workshop with Hana Flamm from 4 to 6 PM with spaces available on Eventbrite.
On Sunday, May 4 at Spacecraft Studios, V94 XT61 there will be an Open Makers Session with guests invited to drop-in anytime from 12 to 5 PM
Funded by Creative Ireland and Limerick City and County Council through the Limerick Creative Communities Small Grants Scheme, Limerick Zine Fest is set to become a vibrant annual hub for creators and creatives alike.
Launched in 2024 by Caoilfhinn Geary, Tiffany Glenn, and Daithí Mac Cruitín, Limerick Zine Fest celebrates the spirit of DIY publishing, zine culture, and independent voices. The festival is rooted in community engagement and artistic expression, offering inclusive, interactive programming to inspire new makers and seasoned zinesters alike.
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