Junky Comics Closing Day

Overview

It might've only opened back in 2015, but Junky Comics quickly became a West End favourite — a comic book store that eschewed all of the usual stereotypes about comic book stores. Sadly, the Vulture Street shop is closing the doors on its current chapter, and location, so it's marking the occasion with a shindig.

Between 5–8pm on Friday, February 22, Junky will be selling its wares, as well as some merch, all over a drink or several. Entry is free, but bring your wallet to help send off the shop in style.

It hasn't been a great time for Brissie institutions run by local musos. Junky was a labour of love for Major Leagues' Vlada Edirippulige, and the store's closure comes not that long after Southside Tea Room, as run by The Grates' John Patterson and Patience Hodgson said farewell. That said, in a bad news, good news situation, Edirippulige will be continuing the Junky brand within a new creative collective — and continuing to put on events, and to boost local artists. To support the new iteration, you can also contribute to Junky's GoFundMe campaign.