June 11, 2022, from 2-8 p.m.
How it All Works
The goal is to make this an affordable, fun event for everyone.
Drinking Beer
You’ll need to purchase a taster glass as part of a bundle or individually. I.D. is required upon entrance, and you’ll receive a wristband. Please drink responsibly and sober up before you drive home, or arrange for a designated driver or a ride service.
VIP Tickets and Packages
There are limited VIP tickets and seating. This included a dedicated seating area and some surprise specials, plus VIP guests get 10% off all Boise Books and Brews Merchandise.
Buying Books
Book tokens are available individually or as a part of bundles. Each book will be priced by the author, most between 2 and 3 tokens.
Some authors will also have books and merchandise you can purchase using your credit or debit card, or even cash. Check with individual authors for pricing.
BBB and Band Merchandise
The bands and the Boise Books and Brews team will have various merchandise for sale. Most will be able to take either cash or credit or debit cards.
Pricing details are below. You can pre-purchase items that will be available at the will-call area. Skip the lines and purchase now!
General Admission and Bundles*
General Admission: $5
VIP Registration and Bundles*
VIP Admission: $50** (Dedicated seating area)
VIP Beer Bundle: Admission, Taster Glass, 6 Drink Tokens, 2 Book Tokens: $80
VIP Book Bundle: Admission, Taster Glass, 4 Book Tokens, 3 Drink Tokens $80
VIP Drink Responsibly, Read Recklessly Bundle: Admission, Taster Glass, 8 Drink Tokens, 4 Book Tokens $95
**VIP Attendees get 10% off all BBB merchandise.
Individual Token Pricing*
Individual Beer Tokens: $3.50
A good option if you only want a few beers or you just run low on tokens. Beers may cost 1-3 tokens per 8-ounce pour.
Taster Glass: $4.00
You’ll need a taster glass to sample all of the beer. You can purchase one individually, or you can buy one as part of a bundle.
6 Beer Tokens: $20 You plan to stay all afternoon and sample all the beers, right? Right?
Individual Book Tokens: $5 (book prices vary from 1-3 tokens): You’re a casual reader, but one more book on your pile won’t hurt.
5 Book Tokens: $25: There are a lot of great books from some great authors. Grab them all!
10 Book Tokens: $50: You’re a serious reader and book collector. This bundle is for you.
*Listed prices do not include Idaho sales tax that will be added at the time of purchase or checkout. No refunds will be issued on either book or beer tokens, or any admission fees.