Building Books Through Community
Book Fair at Bel Air is a nonprofit literacy organization creating accessible literary experiences for readers of all ages in Harford County, Maryland.
Our annual Book Fair is our flagship event, bringing thousands of readers, authors, and members of the literary community together for a free celebration of books and reading.
But our work doesn’t end when the fair does. Throughout the year, we’re expanding our literacy programming through community partnerships and bringing book-centered experiences directly to readers throughout Harford County.
And yes… the Book Fair is coming back! Join us Saturday, August 7, 2027 from 10AM–3PM at APGFCU Arena for another free, all-ages day of books, authors, and literary fun.
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Our Flagship Event
📅 Saturday, August 7, 2027
⏰ 10AM–3PM
📍 APGFCU Arena at Harford Community College
🎟️ Free Admission!
Why Attend?
📚 Find Your Next Great Read: Browse books across genres and age categories from more than 100 authors and literary vendors… all in one place.
⭐ Meet Featured & Bestselling Authors: Each year, BFBA welcomes a curated lineup of Featured Authors alongside our attending authors, giving readers the chance to meet writers they already love and discover new favorites.
🛍️ Shop All Things Bookish: Explore books, art, gifts, accessories, and other reader-focused merchandise from our literary vendors.
🎨 Bring the Whole Family: BFBA is designed for readers of all ages, with children’s authors, activities, games, and family-friendly experiences throughout the event.
💛 Be a Part of Our Reading Community: Spend the day surrounded by people who love books. BFBA brings readers, writers, and the literary community together under one roof.
Save the Date!
🗓️ Mark your calendars for a day filled with literary joy: SATURDAY, AUGUST 7, 2027
⏰ 10AM – 3PM
Location
📍 APGFCU Arena at Harford County Community College – Adjacent to the Susquehanna Center at HCC, 401 Thomas Run Rd., Bel Air, MD 21015
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Tickets
🎟️ Entrance to the Book Fair at Bel Air is absolutely free! No tickets required.
Beyond the Book Fair
Our work doesn’t end when the fair does.
Book Fair at Bel Air is a year-round literacy nonprofit working to build community through books. Through partnerships with schools, community organizations, and other local spaces, we’re expanding opportunities for readers of all ages to connect with books and literary experiences throughout Harford County.
More year-round programming is coming soon. 💛
2027 Author Announcements Coming Soon!
Come spend the day discovering books, meeting authors, and connecting with fellow readers at the Book Fair at Bel Air.💛
