About this Event
Join BookPeople for one day to rule them all and a party of special magnificence as we celebrate The Lord of the Rings Day!
This event is free and open to the public with festivities all day from 9AM to 9PM, with certain events scheduled throughout the day.
We highly encourage you to come in costume as we transport you to Middle-Earth.
Scavenger Hunt
“Not idly do the leaves of Lórien fall”
All day you can go on a Tolkien-Themed Scavenger Hunt and look for Leaves of Lórien throughout our store. If you complete the hunt, you'll earn yourself a BookPeople Coupon for use at our store!
Beer Tasting with Blue Owl Brewing
1PM (while supplies last)
"But the only brew for the brave and true comes from the Green Dragon"
Enjoy some beer from our friends at Blue Owl Brewing for our 21+ guests.
Blue Owl Brewing is a distinctive brewery located in East Austin, Texas. Since 2015, we’ve been providing a unique and down-to-earth experience for everyone who steps through our door. We brew a versatile selection of styles, including our East Austin Specialty Sours and Bob’s Fine Beers.
Middle-Earth Costume Contest
2PM
"No silks and linens, nor any armour or heraldry could be more honourable. But later I will find some other clothes, perhaps."
Come in your best The Lord of the Rings or general Middle-Earth outfit and regalia for a friendly costume contest hosted by our friends at Blue Owl Brewing
Lord of the Rings Trivia
3PM
"Pay heed to the tales of old wives. It may well be that they alone keep in memory what it was once needful for the wise to know"
Show off your broadest and your obscurest Lord of the Rings knowledge in our free trivia hosted by host of , and author of , Shawn E. Marchese. Winners will receive special prizes from BookPeople.
Please note that an RSVP for either the costume contest or trivia will not guarantee entry—admittence to these events will be based on capacity and first-come-first-served with regard to arrival. We recommend arriving early to secure a spot!
Event Guidelines:
- Trivia Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
- If you have any other questions, please visit our Eventbrite FAQ. If your question isn't covered in the FAQ, feel free to email us at [email protected].
- All event guidelines are subject to change.
- BookPeople reserves the right to cancel or postpone this event if necessary.
- There will not be a live stream or recording available.
Thank you for supporting your local independent bookstore!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
BookPeople, 603 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, United States
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