Need an excuse to buy more books? Independent Bookstore Day is April 26. Where to shop in Indy
Literature lovers in Indiana who want to add another book or two (or 10 or 20) to their TBR pile have an excellent excuse to go shopping this weekend. Saturday is Independent Bookstore Day.
More than 1,600 bookstore s from all 50 states are participating in this year's celebration, according to the American Booksellers Association. Some bookshops in Indiana will offer discounts and other deals to shoppers.
Here's what we know.
When is Independent Bookstore Day 2025?
Saturday, April 26 marks this year's Independent Bookstore Day. The annual event has been held on the last Saturday of April every year by the American Booksellers Association since 2013.
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How do people celebrate?
Buying books, of course. The event is meant to support small businesses catering to our love of literature as well as highlight the value of the independent bookstore community.
Are bookstores near me in Indianapolis participating in Independent Bookstore Day?
Several bookstores across Indiana will host special events Saturday during Independent Bookstore Day. They include special deals and giveaways at The Curious Squirrel, 120 Main Street, Zionsville, as well as events hosted at Loudmouth Books, 212 E. 16th St., Indianapolis.
A map of participating bookstores across Indiana is available at IndieBound.org.
Where can I find independent bookstores near me around Indianapolis?
The following is a list of independent bookstores around the Indianapolis area, some of which are participating in this year's event. Bookstore enthusiasts are encouraged to check store hours prior to their arrival in case times have changed.
4 Kids Books & Toys
Where: 4450 Weston Pointe Dr #120, Zionsville
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Black Dog Books
Where: 115 S Main St, Zionsville
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore (mobile location).
Chapter Book Lounge
Where: 996 Conner St, Noblesville.
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Curious Squirrel Bookshop
Where: 120 S Main St., Zionsville
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Dream Palace Books & Coffee
Where: 111 E 16th St. STE 101, Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Fables & Fairy Tales
Where: 38 N Main St, Martinsville
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Golden Hour Books
Where: 5208 N College Ave., Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Indy Reads
Where: 1066 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Irvington Vinyl & Books
Where: 202 S Audubon Road, Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Kids Ink Children's Bookstore
Where: 5619 N Illinois St., Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Loudmouth Books
Where: 212 E 16th St., Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-*6 p.m. (* store will remain open until 7 p.m. April 26, 2025)
MacArthur Books
Where: 2169 Glebe St. #100a, Carmel
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Midwest Leak Reading Room
Where: 5860 Michigan Road, Indianapolis.
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Pen & Pink Vintage
Where: 2610 Shelby St., Indianapolis.
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Poor Taste Books & Vintage (mobile location)
Red Dog Books
Where: 8403 E US 36, Ste B, Avon.
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Rose Romance Bookstore
Where: 450 S Indiana St, Mooresville
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Three Sisters Books & Gifts
Where: 7 Public Square, Shelbyville.
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tomorrow Bookstore
Where: 882 Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis.
Saturday hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Turn the Page
Where: 149 N Walnut St., Westfield.
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ujamaa Community Bookstore
Where: 2424 Doctor M.L.K. Jr St., Indianapolis.
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Viewpoint Books
Where: 548 Washington St., Columbus.
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Viewpoint Books: Chapter Two
Where: 425 Washington St, Columbus
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Whispering Shelf
Where: 414 N College Ave, Indianapolis
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wild Geese Bookshop
Where: 40 E Madison St., Franklin.
Saturday hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
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