BookCon will return to the Javits Center in New York City on April 9-11, 2027. The event has now expanded to a three-day celebration with even more authors, panels, workshops, and bookish merch, with more announcements to come.
BookCon Expands to a 3-Day Event in NYC for 2027
Taking place at the Javits Center in New York City on April 9 – 11, 2027, BookCon will return with even more panels, authors, workshops, bookish merch, and more next year. BookCon, the fan event where storytelling and pop culture collide, has announced that the pop culture literary event is expanding to three full days in 2027, following the tremendous demand surrounding its return this past Spring.
Record Attendance & High Demand Driving Expansion
In April, over 25,000 attendees were welcomed to the Javits Center for the first BookCon since 2019. Tickets sold out within hours of their release last Fall, exceeding expectations and showcasing a strong demand from book lovers for a space where they can come together to celebrate their love of storytelling in all its forms.
The event united the biggest publishers and brands, plus hundreds of authors spanning today’s most popular genres, for two electrifying days of panels, signings, giveaways, interactive workshops, and more.
“The passion of our fans and the storytelling community found at BookCon 2026 was beyond our wildest dreams and we can’t wait to bring the event back even bigger next year,” said Jenny Martin, Event Director, ReedPop.
“Our team has been hard at work reviewing the feedback we received from attendees and partners after this year’s show and we are excited about the changes and improvements we are bringing to the 2027 event, starting with the expansion to three days of programming, signings, and shopping. Stay tuned for more updates in the months to come!”
An annual celebration of storytelling, BookCon brings together fans’ favorite publishers, authors, brands, and retailers for an immersive show floor experience, designed with fans in mind. From intimate author chats and captivating panels to lively book swaps and crafting zones, BookCon is a celebration where every page turn will lead to another great adventure.
Panel & Indie Alley Applications Open August 6
Applications will open tomorrow, August 6th, at 10:00 AM ET for panels and Indie Alley submissions, while tickets for BookCon 2027 will go on sale later this year. Additional information will be revealed in the months to come. In the meantime, stay up to date on the latest BookCon news via the official website and on social media through Instagram and Facebook.
Are you planning to attend BookCon 2027 or submit to Indie Alley? What authors do you hope to see in NYC?
Note: The information above was sourced from a press release.
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