SUMMER 2025
This summer, enter an enchanted world where books, readers and writers gather for one unmissable party. With drinks, gifts, dancing and mingling - amidst the magic of a stunning venue: the Illuminati club on Bridge Street in the heart of Bristol - the Summer Book Party's Enchanted Ball promises to be every reader's ultimate bookish dream. BOOK NOW
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With themed rooms dressed in sumptuous oak panelling reclaimed from the famous Mauritania cruise liner (elder sister ship to Titanic), our new venue offers guests the perfect space for mingling and catching up with friends and fellow book lovers.
Dance together beneath the enchanted glass dome that once hung over the ship's grand staircase. It used to reveal the stars above the Atlantic ocean, but on July 5th it'll light up readers and writers having the bookish night of their lives on the dance floor!
Ticketholders will receive a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival, plus a selection of famous #BookParty goodies!
With room for 500 guests, this stunning venue sets the scene for the book world's biggest party yet! There'll be top #BookTok and #Bookstagram influencers, world-famous and establishing authors, aspiring writers, publishing movers and shakers, and general readers - the #BookParty offers a unique chance to dance, drink cocktails and mingle with those enchanted by the magic of books.
Read our FAQ to find out more about the #BookParty and book your ticket now (they are selling fast!) to secure your spot at the UK's friendliest and most exciting literary event.
We know going to social events can be a bit daunting, especially for bookish folk. At the #BookParty, everyone is a special guest, so we've taken care to create an event that feels comfortable and fun for everyone. Our guests are welcoming to all, and we have our team of 'book buddies' on hand to help new guests feel at home.