FAQs — Los Angeles Printers Fair

Los Angeles Printers Fair

What is the cost of Admission?

Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children, and kids under 5 are free. Tickets are available at the door and for pre-order HERE. Your ticket is good for both days of the fair. Guests who pre-order tickets can skip the admissions table and head straight to the front door.

When is the fair happening?

The in-person Printers Fair is taking place from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, October 21 and Sunday, October 22.

Where is the Fair Taking Place?

The in-person event will be held at the International Printing Museum which is located at 315 W. Torrance Blvd. in Carson, CA.

Is there parking at the event?

Yes. There is limited parking in the lot directly across the street from the Museum. Please follow Printers Fair signs to park in designated areas. For those with accessibility needs, there are handicapped spaces in the Museum parking lot. Curbside drop-off in front of the museum is also an option for those with limited mobility.

Can i bring my pet to the printers fair?

For the safety and comfort of all our visitors we will NOT be allowing pets to enter the event. Certified service animals with proof of certification are the only exception.

Will there be food?

The Museum will have a Snack Bar during the event. Across the street there is a Subway, Waba Grill, Chile Verde and Tak E Sushi. Visitors will receive a physical ticket when they check in at admission and can use it to come in and out of the event if they need to leave to get food.

What are your covid safety measures?

Per Los Angeles County mandate, it is recommended that visitors wear masks while they are inside the Museum but it is not required.

Can I go both days if I buy a single admission?

Yes. Your admission is valid for both days of the Fair.

Can I get back into fair on the same day if I need to leave?

Absolutely! We will give you a ticket when you check-in, just show it to us at admission and we will let you back inside.

Can i use a card to make purchases or should i bring cash?

While the Museum and most of our vendors accept cards, it is a good idea to bring some small bills for snacks, souvenirs, and other quick transactions.

Are there restrooms at the event?

There are four restrooms available in the Museum’s main building, two restrooms in Kelly paper, and two in the Book Arts Institute building in the back.

What happens if it rains?

The event is both indoors and outdoors but the outdoor sections are under a tent. A little bad weather won’t stop us!

I’m not local but I really wish I could attend the Printers Fair!

If you are from out of state or are international, the Los Angeles Printers Fair is more accessible than ever! The Printers Fair website with all of our vendors will be up through the end of the year. Virtual visitors can browse our vendors, purchase souvenirs, and join us for a livestream of the in-person event. The livestream also will be available for viewing on the website after the event. And next years fair will be on the same weekend in October so start saving your travel money!

Got other questions?

Give us a call at 310-515-7166 or email us at ipm@printmuseum.org

See you soon!