CALGARY Bound By Books Bookcrawl

Schedule

Sun Jun 28 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Slow Burn Books | Calgary, AB

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A pubcrawl but for the indie bookstores of Calgary
About this Event

EDMONTON round 1 sold out in 8 days but we had countless messages asking for a second round and a CALGARY edition, so we're listening!
Like a pubcrawl but for Calgarys indie bookstores!


πŸ“š Bound By Books Bookcrawl


Bus capacity is limited and tickets are expected to sell out.

Secure your seat early.


Let’s get Bound By Books!

Readers.
Romance lovers.
Indie bookstore champions.
Book besties.
Anyone who believes bookstores are sacred ground.


🎟 Seats Are Limited

  • Transportation is included.
  • Food and beverages are not included in ticket price.
  • Attendees are welcome to purchase food/coffee at stops.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.
  • This event is 18+

πŸ“– Who Is This For?

  • A curated indie bookstore tour
  • Meet fellow readers + romance lovers
  • Exclusive crawl-only store perks
  • Photo moments
  • Author interaction
  • Community vibes
  • A cozy cafΓ© wrap-up to close the day


This is a day designed for readers who love supporting local, discovering hidden shelves, and turning bookstores into an adventure.


🎟 Ticket Options



πŸ–€ General Admission – $55

Includes:

  • Private party bus transportation
  • 6 curated bookstore stops
  • Official Bookcrawl Passport
  • Access to exclusive in-store perks/discounts
  • Entry into end-of-day raffles
  • Final wrap-up celebration at Paper Birch Books



πŸ–€ VIP Experience – $75

(Only 10 avaliable)

Includes everything in General Admission PLUS:

  • Priority boarding
  • Exclusive VIP tote
  • Signed bookmark bundle from both hosts
  • Bonus raffle entry
  • Special VIP surprise

Limited to maintain an intimate experience.


✨ What to Expect


An Indie Bookstore Party Bus Experience in Calgary


Spend the day celebrating independent bookstores, local authors, and the magic of bookish community.

Join us for a curated 6-hour bookcrawl through some of Calgary's beloved indie bookshops, traveling together by private party bus. We’ll begin at Slow Burn Books/Nocturne Books and end at Greta YYC, with exclusive perks, bookstore collaborations, raffles, and special moments along the way.

This is not just a shopping trip.
It’s a mobile literary adventure.



πŸ—“ Date

June 28/2026



⏰ Duration

Approximately 6 hours

Start Location: Slow Burn Books/ Nocturne Books

End Location: Greta YYC



πŸ“ Confirmed Route Stops
  • Slow Burn Books
  • Nocturne Books
  • Forbidden Library
  • Owls Nest
  • The Next Page
  • Words and Pictures

We’ll spend an hour at each stop, giving you time to browse, shop, collect passport stamps, and explore exclusive crawl-only perks.



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Where is it happening?

Slow Burn Books, 1926 34 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Canada

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CAD 59.91 to CAD 81.21

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