Pride Book fair 2026

Hosted by Carabiner Collections

June 27, 2026 | 11AM–5PM | The Hilton, College Station

Free Entry

Carabiner Collections Co-Founders and Directors pose interactively with the LGBT+ Book Bus wearing Pride Book Fair 2025 t-shirts
Carabiner Collections Co-Founders and Directors pose interactively with the LGBT+ Book Bus wearing Pride Book Fair 2025 t-shirts

Join Carabiner Collections! Saturday, June 27th, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Hilton College Station (801 University Drive East) for the Pride Book Fair!

This is a FREE, family-friendly community celebration that spotlights LGBTQIA+ stories, culture and history.
It will host author talks & signings, drag performances, a diverse vendor market with community resources, food, and more!

Poster for the Pride Book Fair 2026, happening June 27, Saturday, 11am-5pm at the Hilton in College Station, Texas. The design features a librarian themed drag queen against a sunset landscape with mountains.
Poster for the Pride Book Fair 2026, happening June 27, Saturday, 11am-5pm at the Hilton in College Station, Texas. The design features a librarian themed drag queen against a sunset landscape with mountains.
 
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Hotel Accommodations
An photo of the Hilton Hotel pool side accommodations.

We have secured a block of rooms at the Hilton College Station Hotel for out‑of‑town guests or for anyone who would like to fully embrace the Hilton experience during Pride Book Fair weekend. To reserve a room at the discounted rate, please call and reserve under Carabiner Collections or click the booking link provided.

Accessible rooms are available.

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The Pride Book Fair is more than a celebration. It’s visibility. It’s safety. It’s belonging. Become a sponsor today by emailing us: carabinercollections@gmail.com

And for those that can’t participate, please consider sharing this information with others (located on all our socials). The more engagement we have, the more likely we are to reach sponsors who believe in our mission to celebrate Pride in Bryan-College Station, Texas!

Become a Sponsor

"Become a Sponsor" Graphic describing the Pride Book Fair 2026, and encouraging sponsor ship from other organizations. The background features an example of a volunteer browsing a collection of books with sponsor logos on the back of his t-shirt
Graphic of the Carabiner Collections Representatives being interviewed wearing their Pride Book Fair 2025 t-shirts. Content encourages support for the Pride Book Fair by sharing that you get benefits at various levels of donation.
ALLY ($100-500)
ALLY ($100-500)
LAVENDER ($500-999)
LAVENDER ($500-999)

Become a Vendor

Showcase your products at this year’s Pride Book Fair! We’re inviting creators, small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to join us for a day dedicated to celebrating and uplifting the queer community in the Brazos Valley, Texas.‍

Vendor Application
Vendor Application

Become a Volunteer

Help bring the Pride Book Fair to life! We’re looking for volunteers to assist with setup and wrap‑up, greet attendees, run the bookmobile, support vendors, and manage the raffle table. Whether you enjoy connecting with people or working behind the scenes, there’s a role for you.

Volunteer Application
Volunteer Application

Shop Pride Book Fair

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    Screen Printed Tote bag ($20)

    A beige tote bag hand screen printed using black or purple ink.

    30 in stock

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    Mini Pride Quilts ($50)

    A handmade mini quilt crafted with alternative quilt colors (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Rainbow)

    5 in stock

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    Screen Printed T-Shirt ($25)

    A t-shirt (either beige, tie dye purple, or tie dye rainbow) hand screen‑printed with black or purple ink.

    30 in stock

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    Knitted Pride Flag ($15)

    A small knitted pride flag crafted with alternative colors (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Rainbow)

    5 in stock

  • Pride Book Fair 2026 Poster

    Pride Book Fair 2026 Official Poster ($15)

    Vivid Color Pride Book Fair 2026 Poster (11×17)

    10 in stock

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Special thanks to Our Donors

This year’s Pride Book Fair could not have have happened without the incredible support of our community

Markie Hu Styling logo over a graphic representing the Presenting Sponsor donation level
Third Wave Fund Logo on top of a graphic representing the Carabiner Collector" level Sponsorship
The Texas Pride Community Foundation logo on top of a graphic representing the Carabiner Collector level sponsorship
Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley Logo on top of a graphic representing the "Rainbow" level Sponsorship
Roots Psychotherapy Logo on top of a graphic representing the "Rainbow" level Sponsorship
Beth Symons Fine Art Portraiture Logo on top of a graphic representing the "Lavender" level Sponsorship
Absolute CS Music Logo on top of a graphic representing the "Lavender" level Sponsorship
The Book Nook Logo on top of a graphic representing the "Lavender" level Sponsorship

Don Kelly • Daniel Handler and Lisa Brown • Opossum Town • The Theatre Company • BookPeople

We recognize disability justice (DJ) and The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as a part of our larger civil rights tradition, and strive to celebrate diversity and include all members of our community.

If you need accommodations beyond what is listed here, please reach out to us (carabinercollections@gmail.com) at any time before the event. For accommodations during the event, speak to the greeter at the doors to the event hall, or another person in a volunteer t-shirt.

Accessibility

  • American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be provided next to the stage during the entire event.

  • Security will metal detect attendees as they walk into the doors of the event hall. Security will also be present throughout the event space.

  • Most of the event is indoors this year! The only attractions outdoors will be the Carabiner Collections bookmobile and possibly food trucks.

  • Many seats will be available in front of the stage and some around the event space. A few seats in front of the stage will be labeled for people with disabilities.

  • Service animals are welcome inside and outside of the venue.

  • Photography will take place at the event. “No Photos” stickers will be available at the entrance for those who would not like to appear on camera.

  • Masking is NOT required. Masks will be provided at the entrance for those who want them.

  • A free parking lot surrounds the Hilton building. Accessible parking is located near the entrances of the hotel near curb cuts.

  • Brazos Transit District: The Green and Maroon routes have direct stops. The Yellow route is in walking distance from the hotel. An ADA paratransit is available.

    Texas A&M Aggie Spirit Bus: The Reveille (12) route has a direct stop.

    The buses are equipped with ramps for wheelchair users and anyone else who needs them.

    The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle from Easterwood Field Airport.

  • Accessible routes are included in the design of the hotel. Ramps are available next to every set of stairs throughout the event space. Please ask a greeter or another volunteer if you need any assistance finding one.

  • Every effort is going to be made to provide a gender neutral restroom in the event space. All restrooms are accessible or have an accessible stall.

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