WI Grown-Up Book Fair

The Wisconsin Grown-Up Book Fair returns to The Sylvee for its fifth year, celebrating five years of books, makers, and the nostalgic energy of the 90s and 00s. Each Wisconsin vendor is selected for their creativity, storytelling, or nostalgic spark. Created and produced by FPC Live, the event brings back the joy and wonder of book fair week, refreshed for a grown-up audience and rooted in community. A portion of proceeds will be donated to our community partners, Madison Public Library Foundation and The Madison Reading Project. Tickets purchased by Wednesday, January 28th will receive a free tote bag. Tote bags are not guaranteed to ticket buyers after this date due to limited inventory.

VENDORS + ACTIVATIONS:
-Grab after-school–style treats from Miggy’s Bakes — Cosmic brownies, homemade Oreos, and retro sugar cookies
-Snack on Tricky Foods’ Adult Lunchable Cups — think a charcuterie board, but in a to-go cup
-Fill your backpack with retro goodies, stickers, prints, and accessories from Bookish Stickers, Every Bitch Needs a Scrunchie, and artsybekka
-Score 90s/00s vintage clothing, accessories, and home goods from Mint Picks, Happy Hours, and MadVintage
-Pick out a new read from local children’s author Kim Marie (just like book fair day)
-Stop by Read & Roam Collective to join a traveling book club in Madison that builds community, supports local, and fosters a love for reading
-Grab your black comb and strike a pose for your yearbook photo at Dream Day Entertainment’s photobooth
-Take a seat at the Arts + Crafts corner to create a nostalgic craft you can take home
-Show off your smarts in mini trivia sessions and win throwback prizes
-Sing along to DJ Tanner Savage spinning all your favorite throwback tracks