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  • A selection of pearlescent pens presented on a white surface.
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  • Customers looking at pen and stationery supplies for sale at an exhibition stall.
  • Customers looking at pen and stationery supplies for sale at an exhibition stall.
24 – 25 Oct

Pen and Stationery Show

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Are you addicted to stationery? Do you love fine writing instruments? Journalling, calligraphy and vintage fountain pens? Then you shouldn't miss this year's Melbourne Pen and Stationery Show.

Fall in love with your perfect fountain pen and test a rainbow of ink colours. Chat with makers and artists of journals, stickers and pens. Do a calligraphy workshop with special guest teacher Bechori from Japan. Watch a 3D printed pen get made, or get your favourite fountain pen nib tuned by nibmeisters. Pick up all the latest stationery trends from around the world with over 70 local, national and international exhibitors showcasing the best in pens and stationery today.

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Date Times
Sat 24 Oct
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Sun 25 Oct
  • 9am - 4pm 9:00am - 4:00pm

Location

Crown Promenade Melbourne
8 Whiteman St
Southbank 3006

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Price and bookings

From $10 to $30

Adult / general $15

Free for children under 12

Book online for Pen and Stationery Show

Contact details

  • telephone number: 0422 410 083
  • email address: info@melbpenshow.com.au
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  • Companion card accepted
  • Mobility access
  • Quiet spaces
  • Service animals

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