US Pen Shows 2027: DC, Philly, San Francisco & More Dates
Eleven US pen shows had organizer-confirmed 2027 dates on October 24, 2026. Philadelphia opens the year on January 15–17, the DC Fountain Pen Supershow runs August 5–8 near Washington, San Francisco follows on August 26–29, and Colorado closes the list on October 15–17. All are open to the public; eight regular shows have not announced 2027 yet.
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Events at a glance
| Event | Dates | Where | Who can go | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Pen Show 2027 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesSheraton Philadelphia Downtown | Public | Upcoming | |
| California Pen Show 2027 | Torrance, California, United StatesTorrance Marriott Redondo Beach | Public | Upcoming | |
| Baltimore/Washington International Pen Show 2027 | Linthicum Heights, Maryland, United StatesBWI Airport Marriott | Public | Upcoming | |
| Atlanta Pen Show 2027 | Atlanta, Georgia, United StatesSonesta Atlanta Northwest Galleria | Public | Upcoming | |
| Arkansas Pen Show 2027 (44th annual) | North Little Rock, Arkansas, United StatesWyndham Riverfront Little Rock | Public | Upcoming | |
| Chicago Pen Show 2027 | Lombard, Illinois, United StatesThe Westin Chicago Lombard | Public | Upcoming | |
| St. Louis Pen Show 2027 | St. Louis, Missouri, United StatesSheraton Westport Chalet Hotel | Public | Upcoming | |
| Pacific Northwest Pen Show 2027 | Portland, Oregon, United StatesSheraton Portland Airport | Public | Upcoming | |
| Washington DC Fountain Pen SUPERSHOW 2027 | Falls Church, Virginia, United StatesFairview Park Marriott | Public | Upcoming | |
| San Francisco International Pen Show 2027 | Millbrae, California, United StatesThe Westin San Francisco Airport Hotel | Public | Upcoming | |
| Colorado Pen Show 2027 | Denver, Colorado, United StatesEmbassy Suites Denver Central Park (4444 Havana Street) | Public | Upcoming |
Notes on these dates
- Philadelphia Pen Show 2027: organized by Philly Pen Show. Public hours Friday and Saturday 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 10 am to 2 pm; Weekend Pass holders enter at 9 am. Online early-bird pricing runs until December 15, 2026. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- California Pen Show 2027: organized by California Pen Show (hosted by USA Pen Show). The Los Angeles-area show, in its fifth year. Thursday, February 18 (noon to 5 pm) is for VIP pass holders and vendors only; Friday to Sunday, Early Day and VIP holders enter at 9 am and general admission runs 11 am to 5 pm. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Baltimore/Washington International Pen Show 2027: organized by Bert Oser (BWIPS). General admission Friday 11 am to 6 pm, Saturday 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 10 am to 4 pm; the Weekend VIP pass enters one hour earlier. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Atlanta Pen Show 2027: organized by Atlanta Pen Show. The organizer gives April 2–4, 2027; one third-party calendar (Fountain Pen Day) lists March 2–4, which falls on a Tuesday to Thursday, so we use the organizer's dates. Public hours Friday noon to 5 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Arkansas Pen Show 2027 (44th annual): organized by Arkansas Pen Club. The home page gives Friday, April 9 to Sunday, April 11 without a year; the hotel page dates the rate deadline March 18, 2027 and arrival Thursday, April 8, 2027. The hotel is at 2 Riverfront Place, North Little Rock, across the river from downtown Little Rock. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Chicago Pen Show 2027: organized by Chicago Pen Show (owners Roger Wooten and Paul Conterato; organizer Christine Wooten). New venue for the 47th year; some third-party calendars still list the old Oak Brook hotel. Thursday, April 29 is for VIP and Weekend Pass holders only; general admission Friday noon to 5:30 pm, Saturday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- St. Louis Pen Show 2027: organized by St. Louis Pen Show (a 501(c)(3) non-profit). June 24 is a Trader Day; the show itself runs Friday, June 25 to Sunday, June 27. Hours and admission for 2027 were not posted. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Pacific Northwest Pen Show 2027: organized by Pacific Northwest Pen Show (produced by Got Your Back Solutions). Friday, July 9 is a VIP day (1 to 6 pm, with an exhibitor reception 6 to 7:30 pm, per the registration form); hours for July 10–11 are still to be announced. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Washington DC Fountain Pen SUPERSHOW 2027: organized by Washington DC Fountain Pen Supershow. Weekend Trader and public tickets, table requests and Marriott rooms open January 1, 2027. 2027 hours are not posted; in 2026, Thursday and Friday morning were for exhibitors and Weekend Traders only, and the public entered Friday at noon and Saturday and Sunday at 10 am. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- San Francisco International Pen Show 2027: organized by SF Pen Show. Classes and events start August 26; the vendor market opens August 27. 2027 hours and prices are not posted; in 2026, All Access holders entered at 9 am Friday and 8 am Saturday and Sunday, general admission at 1 pm Friday and 10 am on the weekend. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- Colorado Pen Show 2027: organized by Colorado Pen Show. Friday is for classes and workshops (9 am to 4 pm), with the public show Friday 4 to 8 pm, Saturday 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday 10 am to 3 pm. The organizer gives the 2027 address; the hotel name comes from its hotel page, at the same address. Checked October 24, 2026. Date source.
- "Status" is relative to when this page was last built. Always check the official site before you travel.
Key takeaways
- Eleven US pen shows have official 2027 dates as of October 24, 2026, from Philadelphia (January 15–17) to Colorado (October 15–17); none is set for November or December yet.
- The DC Fountain Pen Supershow, August 5–8, 2027, is the largest: over 200 exhibitors at 375-plus tables in 2026. Its 2027 tickets, tables and hotel rooms open on January 1, 2027.
- Most big shows sell an early-entry pass (Weekend Trader, All Access, VIP or Weekend Pass) that gets you in 1 to 4 hours before general admission; California, Chicago, St. Louis and the Pacific Northwest add a pass-holder Thursday or Friday.
- Eight regular shows have not announced 2027 dates: Triangle, Orlando, Commonwealth, Dallas, Detroit, Miami, Empire State (New York) and Ohio.
- Party at the Pen is not a pen show: it is a vintage motorcycle show held at old prisons in Boise, Idaho and Mansfield, Ohio, with no 2027 dates we could find on October 24, 2026.
Which 2027 pen shows in the US have dates?
Eleven US pen shows have posted 2027 dates on their own sites as of October 24, 2026, and all of them are open to the public. We list a show only when its organizer states the dates, and we read every organizer page on October 24, 2026. Admission is what the organizer listed that day; prices change, so check before you buy. For London, Hamburg and the other European shows, see our UK and European pen shows 2027 guide; for trade fairs, see the 2027 stationery events guide.
| Show | Dates | City | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | Jan 15–17 | Philadelphia, PA | $15 (Sun) |
| California (LA area) | Feb 18–21 | Torrance, CA | $20/day |
| Baltimore/Washington | Mar 5–7 | Linthicum Heights, MD | $15/day |
| Atlanta | Apr 2–4 | Atlanta, GA | $15/day |
| Arkansas | Apr 9–11 | North Little Rock, AR | $5 (Sun) |
| Chicago | Apr 29–May 2 | Lombard, IL | $10 (Sat–Sun) |
| St. Louis | Jun 24–27 | St. Louis, MO | Not posted |
| Pacific Northwest | Jul 9–11 | Portland, OR | $35/day |
| DC Supershow | Aug 5–8 | Falls Church, VA | Not posted |
| San Francisco | Aug 26–29 | Millbrae, CA | Not posted |
| Colorado | Oct 15–17 | Denver, CO | $10/day |
“From” is the cheapest adult day ticket each organizer listed on October 24, 2026: Philadelphia’s is its online price until December 15, 2026, and Chicago’s is the cash price. Venues are in Events at a glance above. Passes, pass-holder days and their prices are in the pass comparison below. DC tickets go on sale January 1, 2027.
Where are the US pen shows in 2027?
The 2027 shows cluster on the East Coast between Philadelphia and Washington, DC, and in California, with Chicago, St. Louis, Little Rock, Atlanta, Denver and Portland in between. Three shows sit within about 150 miles (240 km) of each other: Philadelphia, Baltimore/Washington and the DC Supershow.
When is the DC Pen Show 2027?
The Washington DC Fountain Pen Supershow runs Thursday to Sunday, August 5–8, 2027, at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, Virginia. Tickets, table requests and room bookings open on January 1, 2027, on dcpenshow.com. The 2026 show had over 200 exhibitors at more than 375 tables, per the organizers.
The 2027 hours and prices are not posted yet. In 2026, Thursday and Friday morning were for exhibitors and Weekend Traders only; the public came in Friday at noon and Saturday and Sunday at 10 am, and children were free.
Bob Johnson started the Supershow in 1992. After his passing in September 2020, his sister Barbara Johnson and nephew Jeff Hancock, long-time show helpers, carry on his legacy, as the show’s site puts it.
When is the San Francisco Pen Show 2027?
The San Francisco International Pen Show runs August 26–29, 2027, at the Westin San Francisco Airport in Millbrae, California: classes and events start Thursday, August 26, and the vendor market opens Friday, August 27. Its organizers say a San Francisco show has run in some form since the 1980s; the current team took over in 2014 and calls it “the fun pen show”. Details: sanfranciscopenshow.com.
The 2027 hours and passes aren’t posted. In 2026, All Access pass holders entered at 9 am Friday and 8 am on the weekend, general admission started at 1 pm Friday and 10 am Saturday and Sunday, and Thursday classes needed no show ticket. The show takes cash, Zelle, Venmo and PayPal at the door, and allows well-behaved dogs but no strollers.
When is the Philly Pen Show 2027?
The Philadelphia Pen Show runs Friday to Sunday, January 15–17, 2027, at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, and opens the US year. Public hours are 10 am to 5 pm Friday and Saturday and 10 am to 2 pm Sunday; a Weekend Pass adds 9 am entry, a tote and a copy of Nibbage, the show program. Online prices go up after December 15, 2026, and the door is cash only (phillypenshow.com).
When are the Chicago, St. Louis and other 2027 shows?
After Philadelphia come California (February 18–21), Baltimore (March 5–7), Atlanta (April 2–4), Arkansas (April 9–11) and Chicago (April 29 to May 2), then St. Louis (June 24–27), the Pacific Northwest (July 9–11) and Colorado (October 15–17).
- California: the Los Angeles-area show, in its fifth year, started in 2023 after the LA Pen Show ended in 2022. Early Day and VIP passes are sold in limited drops; the last is December 15, 2026, at noon Pacific.
- Baltimore/Washington: founded in 1986, one of the oldest continuously running US shows. Organizer Bert Oser promises more than 210 tables.
- Atlanta: the organizer’s page gives April 2–4; one third-party calendar says March 2–4, which would be a Tuesday, so trust the organizer.
- Arkansas: the Arkansas Pen Club’s 44th show, held every year since 1983, and the cheapest door on this list.
- Chicago: a new venue in Lombard for its 47th year, with over 100 vendors. Weekend and VIP passes sell online until April 19, 2027; day wristbands are sold at the door.
- St. Louis: a Trader Day on June 24, then the Friday-to-Sunday show. The non-profit show teaches cursive to adults and children.
- Pacific Northwest: its 5th show, with a VIP afternoon on July 9; weekend hours are still to be announced.
- Colorado: classes on Friday, the show from Friday at 4 pm to Sunday at 3 pm; cash or cards at the door.
What are the Party at the Pen 2027 dates?
Party at the Pen is not a pen show, and we found no 2027 dates for it on October 24, 2026. It is a vintage motorcycle show held in old prisons (“the pen” is the penitentiary): a West show at the Old Idaho Penitentiary in Boise and an East show at the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio, whose site still listed its June 6–7, 2026 edition. If you came here for fountain pens, the closest Ohio pen show is the Ohio Pen Show in Dublin, which has not announced 2027 either.
Is a VIP or all-access pen show pass worth it?
In our view, yes if you hunt vintage pens, want a nib-grind slot or are after a show exclusive, and no if you plan to browse for an afternoon or come on Sunday. What you mostly buy is time on the floor before the public: one to four hours a day, and a whole extra day at four of the 2027 shows. Everything below comes from the organizers’ own pass pages, read on October 24, 2026; the advice is ours.
What early, weekend and VIP passes add, per the organizers:
- Early entry: 1 hour at Baltimore and Philadelphia, 2 hours at California (Early Day or VIP), and 3 hours on Friday at Chicago. In 2026, San Francisco’s All Access pass opened Friday at 9 am, four hours before general admission.
- Extra days: a pass-holder Thursday at California (VIP, noon to 5 pm) and Chicago (Weekend Pass or VIP, which Chicago calls “exclusive shopping”), a VIP Friday afternoon at the Pacific Northwest, and a Thursday Trader Day at St. Louis. DC’s 2026 Weekend Traders had Thursday and Friday morning to themselves.
- Bags, programs and gifts: Philadelphia gives a limited-edition tote and a copy of Nibbage, the show program. Chicago adds a bag and gift while supplies last (guaranteed with VIP), California a welcome gift pack, and Baltimore “exclusive merchandise created for 2027 VIP guests”. California and Baltimore also run VIP-only raffles.
- Events and seminars: Chicago’s pass covers the Friday auction and its events, Baltimore’s VIP guarantees a seat at free seminars, and Atlanta’s Weekend Pass adds after-hours gatherings. The Pacific Northwest VIP day ends with an exhibitor reception.
- First pick: Chicago’s and San Francisco’s FAQs say a nib appointment outside general-admission hours needs a pass. The Pen Addict’s 2026 San Francisco recap describes the Friday-morning rush as people “REALLY want to get their show exclusives”.
| Show | Pass | What it adds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | Weekend Pass | 3 days, 9 am entry, tote, Nibbage | $65 to Dec 15, then $80 |
| California | Early Day | 9 am entry, one day | $35 |
| California | VIP | Thursday, 9 am entry, gift pack | $145 |
| Baltimore | Weekend VIP | 1 hour early, 3 days, VIP gift | $75 |
| Atlanta | Weekend Pass | Early entry, after-hours events | $60 |
| Chicago | Weekend Pass | Thursday, 9 am entry, auction | $65 |
| Chicago | VIP | Weekend Pass plus VIP gift bag | $85 |
| Pacific Northwest | VIP Friday | Fri 1–6 pm, exhibitor reception | $55 |
| DC Supershow | Weekend Trader | Thursday, Fri morning, 9 am entry | 2026: $50 |
| San Francisco | All Access | 8 or 9 am entry, 3 days | 2026: $85 |
Arkansas and Colorado list no early pass, and St. Louis had not posted 2027 prices. California’s Early Day and VIP passes are advance-only and sold in drops, the last on December 15, 2026, at noon Pacific; Baltimore’s VIP is advance-only and limited too. DC’s Weekend Trader ticket also covers one non-collecting significant other, per its 2026 page.
The arithmetic often favors the pass if you go all weekend. Philadelphia’s three early-bird day tickets add up to $55 against a $65 Weekend Pass, and DC’s 2026 day tickets to $45 against $50. At Baltimore the gap is wider: $35 for three days against $75 for VIP.
Who we think should buy one: vintage hunters, because rare pens sell early (at DC in 2026, The Gentleman Stationer found “nearly everything ‘rare’” sold out); anyone with a nib-grind appointment or a limited release on their list; and buyers who arrive knowing what they want. Who can skip it: casual browsers, first-time visitors who want a look around, and Sunday visitors. San Francisco’s FAQ says Sunday tends to be lighter than Friday or Saturday.
How do you book a nib grinder or pen repair?
Contact the nibmeister or repairer directly before the show, because each one runs their own queue; the show cannot book for you. Chicago’s and San Francisco’s FAQs say the same: some take online sign-ups weeks ahead, others sign people up on the floor when the doors open, and a waitlist is worth asking for. Check the exhibitor list a month out, then follow those makers’ Instagram or newsletters.
If your slot is before general admission, you need an early pass; both Chicago and San Francisco say so. Several shows also run hands-on nib-smoothing or nib-tuning classes, ticketed separately.
What should you buy at a pen show?
Buy what you can’t get online: show-edition inks and pens, dealers’ own exclusives, stock that overseas makers bring only to shows, vintage pens and nib work. Each example below was announced by the show, the maker or the dealer, or reported in a dated recap; 2027 lineups are not out yet.
- Show inks: several big shows commission one. In 2026, San Francisco’s was a Colorverse ink inspired by Pier 39, Chicago’s official ink was Colorverse Da’ Orange, and California’s was California Teal, a 50 ml Kobe ink made with Nagasawa Stationery Center, listed as sold out on the show’s page. Franklin-Christoph made two Ink ’26 colors for Philadelphia, and St. Louis had its own show ink.
- Inks sold at one or two tables: at DC in 2026, Tono & Lims’ Capital Dusk was sold only at the Pen Boutique and Tono & Lims tables. The show’s sponsor list also said Robert Oster would give some attendees a specially formulated ink for the 35th Supershow.
- Show-edition and dealer-exclusive pens: Franklin-Christoph released Philadelphia show pens in four models to match its show inks. Pen Boutique’s DC preview listed store-exclusive pens from Conklin, Delta, Aurora, Diplomat and BENU, most of them numbered limited editions. The Supershow’s page listed a special-edition 250th anniversary pen sold at only three 2026 shows and not online.
- Stock that isn’t online: Vanness had a small number of Nagasawa’s 2026 Decimo Kobe Gradation, not sold online in the US, at DC. San Francisco draws makers from Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore, many of whom attend no other US show. In 2026, The Pen Addict found the inks it wanted at Hachimonjiya’s table sold out, and two stationery-room vendors, Toyooka and Glass Studio Toos, nearly sold out by the end of Friday.
- Vintage pens: DC has a large contingent of vintage and second-hand dealers, and several shows hold a vintage pen panel, Philadelphia among them.
- Nib work: grinders open sign-ups weeks ahead, and slots can fill within hours (see above). San Francisco had eight nib workers in 2026.
- Paper and notebooks: California sold a show-logo Leuchtturm1917 A5 notebook in 2026, and Leuchtturm1917 said it would give Supershow-embossed notebooks to DC’s first 400 Weekend Traders. San Francisco’s 2026 show had Yamamoto Paper from Japan, per The Pen Addict.
How we would shop:
- Follow vendors before the show. San Francisco’s FAQ says the show has no advance knowledge of vendor stock; both it and Chicago’s FAQ point you to vendors’ Instagram. Dealers often post previews: Pen Boutique published its DC list on July 30, 2026.
- Ask about holds and leftovers. The Pen Addict’s Pen Shows 101 suggests asking a vendor to hold an item while you do a lap, with a time you will be back; busy tables may say no. Some dealers sell what’s left online after the show, as Pen Boutique said it would with Capital Dusk.
- Know when show merch goes on sale. In 2026, San Francisco sold its show inks, stickers and pins from 2 pm in the lobby, not on the floor.
- Bring cash, in small bills. Chicago’s FAQ says “Cash is King”, Philadelphia’s door is cash only, and The Pen Addict warns that hotel ATMs run dry. Overseas vendors may prefer cards or PayPal.
Which US shows haven’t announced 2027 dates?
Eight regular shows had not posted 2027 dates as of October 24, 2026; their 2026 dates show the usual month, not a forecast.
| Show | Usual month (2026 dates) | City | 2026 venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle Pen Show (Raleigh area) | June (June 4–7, 2026) | Durham, NC | DoubleTree Raleigh-Durham Airport |
| Orlando International Pen Show | September (September 10–13, 2026) | Orlando, FL | The Florida Hotel and Conference Center |
| Commonwealth Pen Show | September (September 18–20, 2026) | Somerville, MA | Center for the Arts at the Armory |
| Dallas Pen Show | September (September 24–27, 2026) | Dallas, TX | DoubleTree Dallas Galleria |
| Detroit Pen Show | October (October 2–4, 2026) | Southfield, MI | Hilton Garden Inn Southfield |
| Miami Pen Show | October (October 16–17, 2026) | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina |
| Empire State Pen Show | November (November 7–8, 2026) | New York, NY | New York Hilton Midtown |
| Ohio Pen Show | December (December 3–6, 2026) | Dublin, OH (Columbus) | Marriott Columbus Northwest |
We could not confirm a current Long Island Pen Show: its old web address now hosts an unrelated site, and New York City’s current show is the Empire State Pen Show in Manhattan. For every 2026 show and what’s still ahead this year, see our pen shows 2026 calendar; for the year’s trade fairs, see the 2026 events guide.
Frequently asked questions
When do DC Pen Show 2027 tickets go on sale?
On January 1, 2027. That day the organizers open Weekend Trader and public admission tickets, table requests and Fairview Park Marriott room bookings on dcpenshow.com, for the August 5–8 show.
When is the St. Louis Pen Show 2027?
June 24–27, 2027, at the Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel in St. Louis. June 24 is a Trader Day; the show itself runs Friday, June 25 to Sunday, June 27, per the organizer's hotel page.
When is the Ohio Pen Show 2027?
Not announced yet. The Ohio Pen Show's next edition is December 3–6, 2026, at the Marriott Columbus Northwest in Dublin, Ohio; 2027 dates had not been posted as of October 24, 2026.
When is the Dallas Pen Show 2027?
The Dallas Pen Show had not announced 2027 dates as of October 24, 2026. Its 2026 show ran September 24–27 at the DoubleTree Dallas Galleria.
Is there a pen show in Los Angeles in 2027?
Yes. The California Pen Show, the Los Angeles area's show, runs February 18–21, 2027 at the Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach in Torrance, CA, and is open to the public, per the organizer's site.
Is there a pen show near me in 2027?
If you live on the East Coast, in the Midwest or on the West Coast, probably within a day's drive. The 2027 shows are in Philadelphia, the Baltimore and Washington area, Atlanta, Little Rock, Chicago, St. Louis, Denver, Portland and twice in California (Los Angeles and San Francisco).
What is the biggest pen show in the US?
The Washington DC Fountain Pen Supershow, which bills itself as the largest pen show in the world. Its 2026 edition had over 200 exhibitors at more than 375 tables, per the organizers.
Do kids get into pen shows free?
Usually. Chicago, California, San Francisco and Orlando admit children 12 and under free, Baltimore admits under-13s free with a paying adult, DC charges no admission for children, and the Pacific Northwest show lets under-10s in free.
Sources
- Philly Pen Show: official site
- Philly Pen Show: attendee info and 2027 tickets
- Philly Pen Show: show schedule
- California Pen Show: official site, 2027 schedule and passes
- California Pen Show: about the show
- California Pen Show: tickets and pass FAQ, 2027 (checked October 24, 2026)
- California Pen Show: show exclusives, 2026 collection (checked October 24, 2026)
- Baltimore/Washington International Pen Show: official site
- Baltimore/Washington International Pen Show: 2027 admission tickets
- Baltimore/Washington International Pen Show: FAQ 2027
- Atlanta Pen Show: official site
- Atlanta Pen Show: 2027 show schedule
- Atlanta Pen Show: attendee tickets and event passes
- Arkansas Pen Show: official site
- Arkansas Pen Show: hotel reservations (2027 dates)
- Arkansas Tourism: Wyndham Riverfront, North Little Rock
- Chicago Pen Show: official site
- Chicago Pen Show: 2027 show hours
- Chicago Pen Show: 2027 prices
- Chicago Pen Show: FAQ
- Ticket Tailor: 2027 Chicago Pen Show passes (checked October 24, 2026)
- St. Louis Pen Show: hotel and 2027 dates
- St. Louis Pen Show: survival guide
- Pacific Northwest Pen Show: official site
- Pacific Northwest Pen Show: 2027 registration
- Washington DC Fountain Pen Supershow: official site
- Washington DC Fountain Pen Supershow: 2026 public admission
- Washington DC Fountain Pen Supershow: 2026 sponsors and show exclusives, home page (checked October 24, 2026)
- San Francisco International Pen Show: official site
- San Francisco International Pen Show: 2026 show admission
- San Francisco International Pen Show: attendee FAQ
- Colorado Pen Show: official site
- Colorado Pen Show: hotel
- The Ohio Pen Show: official site
- The Dallas Pen Show: official site
- Triangle Pen Show: official site
- Detroit Pen Show: official site
- Detroit Pen Show: custom nib grinds class
- Orlando International Pen Show: official site
- Commonwealth Pen Show: official site
- Miami Pen Show: official site
- Empire State Pen Show: official site
- Party at the Pen: official site (West and East shows)
- Party at the Pen East: 2026 show at the Ohio State Reformatory
- Ohio State Reformatory Preservation Society: Party at the Pen
- Fountain Pen Day: pen show schedule (third-party calendar)
- Pen Boutique: Countdown to the DC Pen Show, 2026 exclusives (July 30, 2026)
- The Gentleman Stationer: DC Pen Show 2026 recap (August 12, 2026)
- The Gentleman Stationer: San Francisco Pen Show 2026 recap (September 5, 2026)
- The Pen Addict: 2026 San Francisco Pen Show recap (September 4, 2026)
- The Pen Addict: 2026 Philadelphia Pen Show recap (January 23, 2026)
- The Pen Addict: 2026 Chicago Pen Show recap (May 8, 2026)
- The Pen Addict: 2026 St. Louis Pen Show recap (July 3, 2026)
- The Pen Addict: Pen Shows 101 (and Stationery Festivals too) (August 3, 2026)
- US Census Bureau: cartographic boundary files (map outline)