Frequently Asked Questions!

How can I become a vendor/volunteer?

Applications for vendors 2026 will be opening in February! Volunteer applications are open now and are found under the ‘Volunteer’ tab on this website.

Is the event all ages?

Yes! We encourage everyone with a love or interest in zines to attend.

Is the event free?

It is! All vendors will have separate checkouts for their own wares, but entry is free. Trashland merchandise will also be available to purchase in the front pool table area.

Is the Empty Bottle Wheelchair accessible? The Empty Bottle does not have automatic doors, however, the venue itself is on the ground floor, along with the event. If you need assistance day of to browse inside, please reach out via email- thehatchcomic@gmail.com and we will have one of our volunteers assist you. Seating is also available upon request.

Does the Empty Bottle have gender neutral restrooms? The bottle has 3 restrooms, one is a single use ADA friendly restroom.

Are masks required? Masks are not required, but encouraged since this is a crowded, indoor event with many different ages and levels of medical needs/ comfort levels. Free masks are available at the front door.

Tell me more about zines! Sure! Zines are kind of anything you can think of in short form, usually handmade. Created around the 19th century (that we know of), zines are political, expressionistic pieces of art to promote self interests, news, political fronts, niche passions and so much more. Usually limited in copies, they are meant to be shared with your community and beyond. They can be about anything; from illustrations, autobiographical, photos, community politics and resources, anything goes as long as you make it. We love chatting about them, so reach out or ask anyone vending what they’re working on/reading.