Comics Fest

Like to draw? Like to read comics? Just curious? Join us for a full day of fun for all ages! (Costumes encouraged)

Please note: author events require advanced registration.

Past Events


Graphic Medicine: Comics Fest

Saturday, June 15, 2019, 4:00 pm

Meet MK Czerwiec, cofounder of Graphic Medicine, as she discusses her work as a nurse and artist.

She will also discuss her memoir Taking Turns: Stories from HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371, set in Chicago during the AIDS crisis in the 1990s.


Meet a Superhero: Comics Fest

Saturday, June 15, 2019, 3:30 pm

Pose with your favorite super heroines and heroes! Drop-in event for all ages.


Svetlana Chmakova: Comics Fest

Saturday, June 15, 2019, 2:00 pm

Author Svetlana Chmakova talks about her books, her life as an artist, and what she’s working on now.

Her graphic novels, Awkward, Brave, and Crush, will be available for purchase and signing following the talk, courtesy of Booked.


Make-Your-Own Superhero Crafts: Comics Fest

Saturday, June 15, 2019, 2:00 pm

Create a unique craft inspired by your favorite superhero. Drop-in event for all kids.


Face Painting: Comics Fest

Saturday, June 15, 2019, 1:00 pm

Get your face painted as a part of Comics Fest! Drop-in event for all kids.


Drew Brockington: Comics Fest

Saturday, June 15, 2019, 11:00 am

Drew Brockington, author and illustrator of the wildly popular CatStronauts graphic novels, talks about drawing cats in space, demonstrate how he makes comics, and answers your questions.

Books will be available for purchase and signing following the talk, courtesy of Booked.