2026 Black Girls Who Read Summit

Schedule

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 05 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

The Crown Venue | Dallas, TX

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Books. Culture. Connection. The 2026 BGWR Summit is here: authors, panels, bowling, and service projects. Join us in Dallas next Easter!
About this Event

Welcome to the Black Girls Who Read 2026 Summit!

Dates: April 3-5, 2026

Location: The Crown Venue

My Black Girls Who Read — and our extended book-loving fam — the wait is over! The Black Girls Who Read Summit is pulling up to Dallas, TX on Easter Weekend 2026 for two days of books, vibes, and unforgettable memories.

What to Expect

📖 40+ Authors & Industry Voices – From bestselling legends to rising stars, we’re bringing the stories you love right to you.

🎤 Workshops & Panels – Writing, publishing, and living the stories we want to see in the world.

🛍️ Vendor Marketplace – Shop bookish gems, luxe lifestyle finds, and exclusive BGWR merch.

🥂 VIP Treatment – Happy hour + celebrity meet & greet, upgraded swag, and the best seats in the house.

🎳 Summit After Party – We’re taking it to the bowling alley Saturday night! Good music, games, and a chance to kick it with authors and readers off the page.

🏆 Youth Creative Writing Awards – Watch our future storytellers shine during the closing celebration.

💡 Community Service Project – On Sunday, we’re giving back together. Join us after a church takeover as we step out of the conference hall and into the community to serve, uplift, and impact.


Summit Schedule

📍 Friday, April 3rd, 2026

  • Afternoon/Evening: Arrive at one of our 3 host hotels (1 near DFW Airport & venue, 2 near the fun).
  • 4:00PM - 6:00 PM Welcome Happy Hour in the hotel lobbies (all attendees).
  • 7:00 PM – Exclusive VIP Only Happy Hour with special guests + our spotlight authors.


📍 Saturday, April 4th, 2026 (Dallas, TX)

  • 8:00 AM – VIP Check-In Opens
  • 8:45 AM- General Admission Check-In Opens
  • 9:30 AM – Opening Remarks
  • 10:00 AM –12:00 PM Morning Writer’s Workshop / Vendor Marketplace open
  • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Lunch Available (Food Trucks and VIP Catered Lunch)
  • Marketplace closes from 12:30-1 for Authors to enjoy lunch, but the cash bar and entertainment opens for socializing
  • 1:00 PM – Vendor/Marketplace Resumes
  • 2:00 PM- Author Headshots Station Opens
  • 3:00 PM – Closing Ceremony featuring our Youth Creative Writing Award + Live Book Club Panel
  • 4:00 PM – Networking & Social Hour
  • 5:00 PM – Summit Wrap-Up
  • 8:00 PM – Bowling After Party 🎳


📍 Sunday, April 5th, 2026

Morning – Easter Service

Afternoon – Community Service and Wrap Up Celebrations (choose one) from 1pm-5pm

  • Bookbags and Brunch- Guests will enjoy a delicious brunch meal and a drink voucher, all while participating in our Backpacks & Books service initiative — filling backpacks with essentials and encouraging notes for local youth for our annual backpack drive.
  • Self Love & Spa Day- Guests will enjoy full access to thermal soaking pools at WorldSprings (official summit sponsor), steam rooms, foot baths, and wellness rituals inspired by global traditions — the perfect way to decompress after a powerful summit.


Why You Should Be There

The Black Girls Who Read Summit isn’t just a book event — it’s the ultimate lit fam link-up. We’re blending books, culture, service, and fun into one unforgettable weekend. Come ready to learn, connect, laugh, shop, bowl, and give back.

🌸 Grab your ticket, grab your crew (or come solo and find your new tribe), and meet us in Dallas this Easter Weekend. The 2026 Black Girls Who Read Summit is waiting on you.

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Where is it happening?

The Crown Venue, 10841 Composite Drive, Dallas, United States

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