Join us this October for the 7th Annual Community Book Fair, hosted by Books for Keeps, at our warehouse located at 420 Athena Drive in Athens, GA! Every visitor can take home up to 100 books for FREE!
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Books at this event are free to the public, all made possible by book donations throughout the year and our generous sponsors. Individual donations are also very much appreciated! All proceeds support our book access programs in the current (2026-2027) school year.
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Please, no resellers or scanners! These books were donated by members of the community and are intended for personal and community use only.
2026 Community Book Fair Dates
Public Educators Day
Friday October 16, 10:00AM-6:00PM​
Must be a public school teacher and show school ID or paystub to enter.
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Early Access Day ($10 Entry)
Saturday October 17, ​10:00AM-2:00PM
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased with cash or card, at the door.
Free Entry for kids under 16!
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Sunday October 18th, 10:00AM-2:00PM
First free day for the general public!
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Thursday October 22nd, 2:00-6:00PM
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Friday October 23rd, 2:00-6:00PM
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Saturday October 24th, 10:00AM-2:00PM​
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FAQs
Is there parking?
Yes! Parking will be available on-site in marked, BFK spaces. Please do not park in loading docks.
Is the event really free?
Yes! The exception is our Early Access Day on Friday, October 17 which requires a $10 ticket purchase at the door. Every other day of the book fair is completely free, thanks to wonderful sponsors! Donations are of course welcome, but not required.
Should I bring a bag / box?
Yes! We will have limited bags and boxes available, but if you anticipate taking more than 5-10 books we suggest bringing your own bag/wagon/bin/suitcase to transport your books home (whatever works for you!)
Can I volunteer?
Yes, PLEASE! This event would not be possible without volunteers. Sign-ups for our volunteer shifts will be live in late September.
What’s the Public Educators Day?
Our Public Educators Day prioritizes expanded book access in public school classroom libraries across our community & beyond. School ID or paystub is required for entry. Substitute teachers are welcome, if working in a public, k-12 school. We ask that additional adults (friends, partners, or other adult family members) come on another day.
Can homeschool teachers/private school teachers/college educators come to the Public Educators Day?
This year, due to capacity and inventory limitations, we are prioritizing public and classroom teachers only for this Sneak Peek Day. Homeschool teachers, private school teachers, and college educators and others are invited to attend all other public book fair days! There are still plenty of excellent books available after the first day!
Can I take books to resell?
No! These books were donated by community members and are intended for community and personal use only. Our book fair is free; please don’t abuse that. Scanners are not allowed at the Book Fair.
What if I have more questions?
We’re here to answer them! Reach out to info@booksforkeeps.org & a member of our team will be in touch with you!
Thank you to our 2025 Community Book Fair Sponsors!
Early Reading Sponsor
Amazon.com
Grade Level Sponsors
3tree Realty, Barron's Rentals, Fully Financial*, Keller Williams Greater Athens / Kares 4 Kids Partners, Mark Taylor Media*, Publix Super Market Charities
Classroom Sponsors
The AdSmith, Allergy Partners of Georgia, Athens Housing Authority, Athens Luncheon Optimist Club, Bulldawg Illustrated/ Guide 2 Athens, Classic City Bank, Dr. Laura Shepherd, Dwell Real Estate, Dyal Jenkins, P.C., Kathy Prescott and Grady Thrasher, Nabo Realty
Student Sponsors
burton+BURTON, Denise Ricks - your Edward Jones advisor*, HM Fletcher Real Estate, Puma Yu's, Tapped Athens*
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* Special thank you to our early bird sponsors!