SFABF is an annual multi-day festival of artists' publications. The event is FREE and OPEN to the public and features artists’ books, art catalogs, monographs, periodicals, zines, printed ephemera, and artists' multiples. These works are presented by over 100 independent publishers, antiquarian dealers, artists, collectors, and enthusiasts. Over the weekend, the fair hosts a diverse range of talks, discussions, book launches, on and off-site special projects, exhibitions and signings.

The SF Art Book Fair is held at Minnesota Street Project.

This year, SFABF presents a new Zine Tent just behind Minnesota Street Project on Tennessee Street. The tent will highlight 38 publishers from around the world whose practices are dedicated to accessible and inventive forms of bookmaking. Additionally, Tennessee Street will host a series of outdoor programs and activities. Refreshment options on-site will include food trucks Sam's Chowdermobile, Mozzeria, Tacos San Buena, and Yummi BBQ.