Exhibitor table registrations and Weekend Trader tickets - use the above "Register Now" button.
PUBLIC ADMISSION
DAILY
Public admission tickets can be purchased for Friday ($25), Saturday ($10) and/or Sunday ($10). This is a great opportunity for a burgeoning enthusiast or for those curious as to what is a pen show to experience what all the hullabaloo is about. Public admissions tickets can be purchased here.
WEEKEND TRADER
Weekend Trader passes cost $50 and include one (1) non-collecting significant other. A collecting significant other will need a separate Weekend Trader ticket.
Attend all 4 days of the show and participate in all activities as space allows. Weekend Traders can sit at a table on Thursday, but tables are assigned starting on Friday. Only Weekend Traders and Exhibitors may attend the SUPERSHOW on Thursday and Friday morning - you have more time to interact with exhibitors and other Weekend Traders and admitted early on Saturday abd Sunday.
Order Weekend Trader tickets, pay, and complete registration form by using the above button "Register Now."
There is no admission fee for children - they are free and hopefully will enjoy the SUPERSHOW.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Bob Johnson started the DC Pen SUPERSHOW in 1992. With his continued vision and dedication in establishing a venue for pen enthusiasts to meet, sell, and discuss their interest in fountain pens, Bob created the largest pen show in the world drawing attendees from numerous countries and states.
Sadly, Bob passed away in September 2020 but his sister, Barbara Johnson, and nephew, Jeff Hancock, both long time pen show helpers, carry on his legacy.
2024 SUPERSHOW SPONSORS
GALEN LEATHER provided a gift for everyone attending the 2023 SUPERSHOW as pictured here - this souvenir bag with a special goodie inside.
Galen Leather will provide a bag for the 2024 SUPERSHOW attendees.
YAFA BRANDS will give the first 200 public admissions on Saturday and Sunday a bottle of ink.
PEN SHOW PLANNING
Below are several excellent You Tube links to help you attend a pen show - either as a newbie or seasoned visitor:
1. Mike Matteson, Inkdependence - How to Pen Show
Mike will present a seminar at the 2024 SUPERSHOW.
Mike has You Tube videos of the 2021, 2022, & 2023 SUPERSHOWS:
2021 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4H6VDF_Uww
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8dxr6ZwOrI&t=3079s
2022 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46PDtKc_lS4&t=539s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z7FTPqWiho&t=12s
2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AZzwruSpe0&t=49s2
2. David Parker, Figboot - Pen Show 101
David will present a seminar at the 2024 SUPERSHOW.
A QUICK PRIMER ON FOUNTAIN PENS
Brian Goulet presents What is a Fountain Pen? Fountain Pen 101 Part One
INK TESTING TABLES
A big THANK YOU to the following SUPERSHOW exhibitors who donated ink to the ever popular ink testing tables. The tables are located on the Ground Floor near the Seminar rooms - easily accessible by the staircase in the Foyer or the elevator. Visit their tables for more information on the colorful fountain pen inks.
GOULET - SAMPLE SETS - BRIAN'S, DREW'S & MUST HAVES
ITOYA - SAILOR & TACCIA
LUXURY BRANDS - COLORVERSE & NOODLERS
NAGASAWA - KOBE
PILOT - IROSHIZUKU
VANNESS - COLOR TRAVELER, INKEBARA, ROBERT OSTER
YAFA - MONTEVERDE & PRIVATE RESERVE
Additionally, ROBERT OSTER has sent ink in anticipation of participating at the 2025 DC Pen SUPERSHOW and having the SwatchPlay event. If all goes well, Robert will make the SUPERSHOW his very first public appearance for the brand.