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Ever wished for a holiday dedicated to gifting books? Iceland has you covered with Jólabókaflóð! Pronounced “Yo-la-bok-a-flot,” this Icelandic tradition roughly means “flood of books” — and it’s every reader’s dream come true.During World War II, Iceland faced shortages like the rest of the world, but paper wasn’t rationed, making books one of the few accessible gifts. The Icelandic people, who had recently gained independence from Denmark, leaned into this, gifting books and creating a treasured national tradition. The result? A country of passionate bookworms and an annual book-giving fest.
Since 1944, the Icelandic book trade has mailed a catalog to every household in November, just in time for the Reykjavík Book Fair. Families flip through the catalog, pick out books, and gift them to friends and family on December 24. After opening their gifts, everyone grabs a mug of hot chocolate, gets cozy, and dives into their new reads!
Join us at our adult book fair and help us celebrate Jólabókaflóð.
❄️We will have a wide selection of books along with a dedicated "Build a Jólabókaflóð Gift Station".
❄️Tidal Brewing will have their own version of Iceland's traditional jólabland a fizzy adult beverage and all their normal beers on tap!
❄️Some other fun surprises to be announced later
This year, simplify the season and shop local.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Tidal Brewing Company, 14313 Spring Hill Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34609-5234, United States,Spring Hill, Florida
