This spring, join the International Center of Photography (ICP) at Photobook Fest for more than 60 tables of books from 50 leading and independent photobook publishers as they showcase their latest image-based books, magazines, and zines.

Photobook Fest is a full takeover of the International Center of Photography’s home at 79 Essex Street in Manhattan, with workshops, panels, and book signings throughout the weekend. ICP’s School will also present a dedicated display and sales table of recent alumni and faculty photobooks.

The Fest kicks off on Friday, May 12, with a VIP preview ($25) from 6 to 9pm. It will be open for general admission ($5) Saturday, May 13, from 11am to 7pm, and Sunday, May 14, from 12 to 6pm.

Tickets are now on sale and are available at pbf.icp.org. Walk-in tickets will be available throughout the weekend at ICP’s admissions desk, subject to event capacity.

For more information, visit pbf.icp.


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