WhenTue, Sep 156:00 PM
WhereBrooklyn Borough Hall, multiple venues citywideDowntown Brooklyn, NY
HostBrooklyn Borough Hall, multiple venues citywide
TicketsFreeThrough the organizer
What to expect
NYC's largest free literary festival, with author readings, workshops, book signings, panels, and a children's book market. A full week of Bookend events at bars, bookshops, and cultural institutions leads into the main festival day. A must for Brooklyn's literary scene. (2026 date not yet published; pattern: September 2026 (typically last week of September — confirm exact date) — verify with the source before planning.)
Good to know
- 21+ only. Bring government ID; it’s checked at the door.
- Free to attend.
- Seats and tickets are handled by the organizer; the button opens their page.