# Event Details - **Event Name**: Literary Festival VIP Preview Event - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Get an insiders view of 'The Prince of Tides' house, meet awesome authors, great food and beverages, on the eve of the FestivalAbout this EventA signature gathering of the Conroy Literary FestivalJoin us for an unforgettable evening at one of Beaufort’s most intriguing private residences: "The Prince of Tides" home at 601 Bay Street, a spectacular home with a special connection to Pat Conroy—it was featured in his beloved novel The Prince of Tides.Be among the first to celebrate the 11th Annual Pat Conroy Literary Festival in an intimate evening of authors, friends, Conroy family members, and fellow lovers of literature.From 5:30–8:00 p.m., enjoy:🥂 A champagne toast to the Festival🍾 An open bar🍴 Exquisite hors d’oeuvres by Lowcountry Produce📚 Mingle with special guests including Matthew Quick, author of wildly best selling novel The Silver Linings Playbook, Michael O'Keefe, Academy Award nominated actor who played 'Ben' in The Great Santini, other Festival authors TBD, and members of the Conroy family✍️ A silent auction featuring Conroy-autographed books and other special items🏡 An exclusive evening inside a home immortalized in The Prince of TidesIt’s an evening of good friends, great stories, and a little Conroy magic—all in a truly unforgettable setting.VIP Preview Event TicketsSingle Ticket: $300Two Tickets: $500Space is limited for this exclusive event. Join us for the evening that kicks off the literary celebration in style. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/732df930-a59c-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1113-h740-dc586868-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/733d3b70-a59c-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/beaufort/literary-festival-vip-preview-event/100001998918089816 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art, Festivals, Theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 321.96, max: 535.38, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Beaufort - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: 601 Bay St - **lat**: 32.4308958 - **long**: -80.6691675 - **full address**: 601 Bay St, 601 Bay Street, Beaufort, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Literary Festival VIP Preview Event - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6d1fd37ef5ac9f81f35f9a55d058e0181de409461b4036a0c98cb4450ab9c902-rimg-w1200-h400-dcd8e8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788222684 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Literary Festival VIP Preview Event being held? - **A:** Literary Festival VIP Preview Event takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 601 Bay St, 601 Bay Street, Beaufort, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Literary Festival VIP Preview Event? - **A:** Literary Festival VIP Preview Event is organized by Pat Conroy Literary Center Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Literary Festival VIP Preview Event is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Beaufort, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Through its interpretive center, year-round educational programs, and annual literary festival, the Conroy Center preserves and continues the literary legacy of Pat Conroy (1945-2016) as a teacher, mentor, advocate, and friend to readers and writers alike. Learn more atwww.patconroyliterarycenter.org." } ] } ] ```