Belmont Bookshop's Literary Festival: Summer of Love

Labor Day weekend in Gaston County just got better! Make your plans now to celebrate the first and only literary festival taking place in partnership with Downtown Belmont, NC on August 30, 2025!

Author Readings • Story Times • Book Signings
Panel Discussions • Community Fundraising
Games • Prizes • Contests • Live Entertainment

General Admission - FREE Aug 30 | 11am-6:30pm | Upper Stowe Park
Mazey Eddings, Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne, Libby Hubscher + more authors, vendor market, live music, food trucks, and activities!

Author Panel - $35 Aug 30 | 7-9pm | Location adjacent to Festival grounds
Panel discussion with Mazey Eddings, Ali Hazelwood, Libby Hubscher, Elizabeth Everett, Serena Kaylor, and Sarah Ficke

VIP Bookshop Experience - $350 Aug 29 | 7-9pm | Belmont Bookshop
Private meet & mingle with open bar, swag bag, photo booth, and more!