Tingfest 2026 Events
Ting Comic and Graphic Arts Festival takes place from Friday, May 1 to Saturday, June 6.
Join us for the opening reception on May 9 from 6PM-9PM with a special opening night performance.
You won't want to miss the party!
These events and workshops complement the exhibition and Ting shop in TAP’s gallery, during which everyone can attend at any time during operating hours (Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12:00 – 5:00 pm). This festival features free events and programs.
This festival is made possible with the generous support of Lina and Chris Bowden of Cambia Development Foundation, Heroes Comics, Dundas Place, Chops Framing Supplies, Western Libraries Archives and Special Collections, Central Branch LPL, Tourism London, and Downtown London. A special thank you to Cameron Tingley and family for their support.
Lina and Chris Bowden
Ting Comic and Graphic Art Festival Exhibition
This year marks the 10th year of the festival and features the work of artists from previous years. Drop into the gallery to view the work of Aidan Urquhart, Alayna Hryclik (Soft Flirt), Antony Hare, Archie Cromwell, Ben O’Neil, Billy Bert Young, Brenda Fuhrman, Cai Sepulis, Christopher Runciman, David Collier, Dave Lapp, Derek Laufman, Eric Vedder, Jeff Lemire, Jeremy Bruneel, Jesse Jacobs, Matt James, Merle Tingley, Scott Chantler, and Scott Brian Woods.
This year's Ting festival exhibition runs from
May 1 to June 6
in the Main Gallery.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 12:00PM-5:00PM.
Free Event
Kids Reading & Creation Zone
Our Kid’s Zone features a selection of graphic novels and comics to inspire the next generation of creators, so drop in to read and enjoy the great selection of books provided by the London Public Library. A creation station will also keep the little ones busy with fun, comic-related activities they can create, colour and post on our comic wall.
Families can drop in any time during our operating hours to participate! Free.
“Punk Rock” Poster Mash-Up
Ting exhibiting artists Billy Bert Young and Aidan Urquhart will lead a Ting Punk Rock activity as part of this year’s festival. Pull up a seat at the activity table and select collage materials and supplies to make your very own 11x14 poster. Look for the tent right here in front of TAP. A huge shoutout to Punk Rock Flea Market London for providing space to create on Dundas Place.
Saturday May 2, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Free Event.
TING Zine Expo
As part of this year’s festival we are excited to bring back the Ting Zine Expo, a celebration of DIY zine creators and self-publishers. This event will showcase publications and original materials created by developing and established SWO zinesters. Purchase artist books, comics, zines and handmade items by the coolest creators right here at TAP. The Zine Expo is a Art Crawl Thursdays event.
Thursday May 7, Zine Expo 6:00 to 9:00pm.
Free Event.
Ting Opening Reception
Mix and mingle with our featured Ting artists and explore the Ting shop. This is a great opportunity to connect with passionate readers, artists, and culture enthusiasts. As we wind up the evening we will relinquish the floor to Ting exhibiting artist Matt James and the Petite TBE, a four-piece version of The Très Bien Ensemble. The band will riff on some TBE favorites and offer us a little 4-piece music improvisation.
Saturday May 9, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Free Event.
