Tabling at Comicstreet 2026 is open to comics creators, zinesters and illustrators from all walks of life all over Australia. However, as a very publicly accessible event with limited space, we do have limitations. Please read and understand our rules before applying for a table. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.
The Rules
Comicstreet is a primarily an independent comics event. We prioritise comics in everything we do! If you’re not into that, this may not be the event for you.
- No copyright infringing materials. This includes fan art.
- No heavily sexual content – we’re in a big open thoroughfare space with kids around. Play it safe!
- No offensive content (hate speech, extreme depictions of violence, etc)
- No AI generated content – this is an event for human artists and their human-made craft
- No sticker giveaways (see FAQ for more info – selling stickers is fine)
- Don’t be a dick
You may be asked to remove items from your table – or asked to leave entirely – if any of these rules are broken.
We’re sorry to be so strict about content restrictions but due to the publicly accessible nature of the venue, we have to be extra careful.
Selection Criteria
Because space is limited, we may not be able to accept every application to table at Comicstreet 2026. Though we reserve the right to reject an applicant for any reason, in general our selection process is as follows:
(1) First preference is given creators and publishers of comics. It’s in our name!
(2) Second preference goes to zines and narrative illustration. We sort by relevance to comics, followed by first-come, first-serve.
(3) Finally, the remaining applications will be accepted in order of submission. It is advantageous to apply early!
Pricing
Full table: $200
Half table: $100
Publisher Bay: $400
Full Table spots are provided a 1.8×0.6m size trestle table and would work well for a single creator with many items or 2-3 smaller creators sharing.
Half Table spots will be provided with half a 1.8m trestle table, shared with another Half Table applicant. A half table space is best suited to a single creator with a smaller catalogue.
Publisher Bays come with two tables, plus extra leg room. These large spaces are limited in number and would suit a publisher or collective with many books, or a group 5+ creators sharing the space.
Comicstreet provides basic black table cloths, the trestle tables and basic chairs. We encourage you to bring your own table cloth and display stuff to spice things up! There is no confirmed backing wall to hang posters/banners/etc at this time, however we are pursuing options for people.
FAQ
What’s the space like?
You’ll have a table in either the SLQ Edge Auditorium or the Window Bays (in the base of the Publisher Bay option). There is a 3D walkthrough of the space available here. The space is well-lit, fully indoors and right by the Brisbane River and State Library in South Brisbane.
Can I sell things that aren’t comics, too? Like prints?
Yes, as long as it’s not fan art.
Can I sell stickers?
Yes, you can sell stickers. However, giving away stickers is prohibited. People won’t waste a sticker they paid money for, but it’s not uncommon that free stickers end up stuck all over the venue, sometimes causing lasting damage.
Okay, so no porn. But can I have…sexy content?
Depends. If it’s too sexy for a billboard advertisement, leave it out. If you’re not sure, email us and ask.