Brooklyn Art Book Fair 2026

Recess is proud to host the ninth edition of the Brooklyn Art Book Fair (BKABF), organized by Endless Editions.

Taking place July 10–12, BKABF is a free, volunteer-run fair dedicated to showcasing publications and editioned works by underrepresented and emerging artists, writers, publishers, and cultural organizers. Since its founding in 2017, BKABF has challenged the traditional art book fair model by providing exhibition space to all participants free of charge, creating a non-competitive environment where independent publishing can flourish.

This year's fair features more than 60 exhibitors spanning artist-run presses, zine makers, independent publishers, archives, activist organizations, and interdisciplinary artists working across print culture. Alongside the exhibitor fair, visitors can explore artist-led programming, conversations, workshops, and community gatherings throughout the weekend.

Organized by Endless Editions and hosted in partnership with Recess and Garage Studios, BKABF is rooted in a commitment to accessibility, mutual aid, and artistic freedom. The fair prioritizes the needs of emerging and underrepresented artists by removing financial barriers to participation and creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and exchange.

Admission is free and open to the public.

Fair Schedule

Friday, July 10

6–9 PM Opening Reception

Saturday, July 11

11 AM–1 PM Accessible Hours

1–7 PM General Admission

Sunday, July 12

11 AM–6 PM General Admission

Recess and BKABF are committed to creating an accessible and welcoming environment for all visitors, exhibitors, and staff.

Recess and Garage Studios are fully accessible for wheelchair users and feature gender-neutral, ADA-compliant restrooms. Accessible Hours on Saturday offer reduced capacity, shorter entry lines, and a quieter fair experience. Additional accessibility information will be announced by BKABF ahead of the event.

Aarati Akkapeddi | Acacia | Active Chapter | Adam C. Easterling | Adrienne Bennett | Ares Maia | Armenian Creatives x Armenian Joy | Art Against Displacement (AAD) | BarbieKim | Bilna'es | Black Bunny Press | Book Arts Solidarity Network | Camila Giraldo | Citation Needed | Co—Conspirator Press | Cosmic Dog House Press | DA HOLOGRAM | Disengineering Society | DoubleD's (Dyke Distribution) | Dream Labor Press | Endless Editions | Eureka! Press | falgoush | Feetwashing Heaven | Figure Bound | Foreshadow Publishing Group | Fugitive Materials | GAUCHE | Grace Issues | Ina Parsons | Irrelevant Press | Jalli Art Lab | Jay Seven Inc. | Jen White-Johnson | Jose Flores | Jungle Network | KGP MONOLITH | Khabar Keslan Magazine | Khajistan | Koyubi Studio | Kurt Boone Books | L Nour Editions | Makan | Matarile Ediciones | Mil Mundos Books | MishMash | NOTESOFHYPE / Hypatia Sorunke | Page Bureau / RELATED DEPARTMENT | Palestinian Youth Movement | Pencil Urchin Press | Pinko Magazine | PTP (Protect The Peace) | Recess | Shadowbanned Press | Some Other Books | SPICY | Stitches | Superblooom* | The Telugu Archive | Trans-Pakistan Adventure Services | TXTbooks | Workers' Movement for Liberation | Zoë Pulley

More information on exhibitors, programming, and special events will be announced by BKABF in the weeks leading up to the fair.