Private Events

Looking to add a touch of magic to your next celebration? The Wandering Fables is the perfect addition to any private event! From birthdays and bridal showers to book clubs, markets, and cozy gatherings with friends. Our traveling bookstore creates a warm, whimsical experience where guests can browse curated reads, discover new favorites, and connect over stories. Whether you’re planning something intimate or a larger celebration, we bring a unique, story-filled charm that makes every event feel a little more special. 📚✨

FAQs

We host a variety of events! Think book club meetings, birthday parties, bridal showers, corporate team building, or just a fun night with friends. If books and a little magic are your vibe, we can make it happen.

Private events include two hours of guest shopping time, plus setup and teardown by our team. Want to keep the party going? You can extend your event by adding extra hours, with each extra hour being additional.

We bring The Wandering Fables mobile bookstore to you (Manatee/Sarasota area), handle setup/teardown, and provide a bookseller to help your guests browse and shop.

Each private event booking fee is $300 for a two-hour event. In addition, there is a $300 minimum purchase requirement for your guests. If sales during your event don’t reach that amount, the balance will be charged to the credit card on file.

We are based in Manatee County, FL, and travel throughout central Florida. For events farther out, we’re happy to provide a custom travel quote based on your location.

Simply fill out the inquiry form on this page with your event and contact details. We’ll follow up to confirm availability and pricing. We’ll also go over weather backup plans so you’re fully prepared.

We typically need about 1.5 hours for setup and 45 minutes for teardown. We’ll coordinate with you in advance so everything is smooth and stress-free.

Books and heavy moisture don’t play well together, we may need to switch to an indoor setup or reschedule if the weather isn’t cooperating. Light rain is usually fine with proper coverage, but we’ll work with you to make sure your event (and the books!) are protected.

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