Date and Time
- Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 5pm - 9am
Location
Merry Pin DC, 7350 Georgia Ave NW a, Washington, DC 20012, USA
Details
et ready to celebrate your story with a grown-up twist on the best week of school. Boozy Book Fair: Queer Edition is a vibrant, inclusive evening inspired by the magic of the book fair, reimagined with cocktails, community crafting, and plenty of Pride.
Join People’s Book and Merry Pin for an evening that honors queer joy and literary discovery. We’re filling the room with every color of the rainbow to create a space where everyone belongs and every story matters.
What to Expect:
Signature Pride Potions: Sip on cocktails and mocktails inspired by iconic queer literature and LGBTQ+ trailblazers. Each ticket includes your first drink!
The Rainbow Library: Browse a curated collection featuring essential queer classics, groundbreaking memoirs, and the latest "must-read" LGBTQ+ fiction and graphic novels.
Creative Stations: Express yourself at our crafting tables! Design your own pronoun pins, assemble custom zines, or weave rainbow friendship bracelets.
Sip & Shop: Enjoy exclusive happy hour specials throughout the night as you mingle with your community and discover your next favorite author.
Your $18 ticket includes:
One signature cocktail or mocktail.
Full access to all crafting stations and materials.
Exclusive happy hour pricing for the duration of the event.
So grab your chosen family and your favorite tote bag. Whether you’re looking for a new queer romance to swoon over or a deep dive into history, this is your chance to celebrate the power of the written word with a drink in hand.
Timed entry begins at 5pm and last entry is at 8pm!
For Ages: 21+
