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Description
Vancouver Art Book Fair 2026
Event Overview
Discover one of Canada’s leading independent publishing events at the Vancouver Art Book Fair 2026 (VABF). This free three-day celebration of artists’ publishing brings together more than 100 local, national, and international exhibitors showcasing art books, zines, prints, independent magazines, experimental publications, and creative projects.
Held at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre in Yaletown, the fair also features performances, talks, artist projects, and public programming throughout the weekend.
Produced by the OCW Art & Publishing Foundation under the creative management of Unspecified Art & Design Projects, the Vancouver Art Book Fair has become one of the city’s most important contemporary arts and publishing gatherings.
Dates & Times
Friday, May 15, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, May 16, 2026
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, May 17, 2026
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location & Venue Details
Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
181 Roundhouse Mews
Vancouver, BC
Located in the heart of Yaletown near the False Creek waterfront and Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain Station.
Admission
Free entry
Open to the public.
What to Expect
Art Book & Independent Publishing Fair
Explore exhibitors from:
- Independent publishers
- Artists and designers
- Small presses
- Zine creators
- Contemporary art organizations
- International publishing collectives
Programs & Performances
The fair includes:
- Artist talks
- Public discussions
- Performances
- Experimental publishing projects
- Creative installations
- Symposium programming
Diverse International Exhibitors
VABF welcomes participants from Vancouver, across Canada, and around the world, creating an inspiring space for artists, readers, designers, and collectors.
Why You Should Attend
Whether you’re an artist, designer, book collector, photographer, student, or simply curious about contemporary publishing culture, the Vancouver Art Book Fair offers a unique opportunity to discover creative works, connect with artists, and explore one of Vancouver’s most vibrant cultural events.
Land Acknowledgement
The Vancouver Art Book Fair acknowledges that its activities take place on the unceded and traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
