Edible Book Fest

Festival Details

Lionseed Bookstore invites you to participate in our 2nd Annual Edible Book Festival!

~~Saturday, April 26~~
CANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION

10 AM to 2 PM
Showcase & Audience Voting

2 PM
Awards Reception

Free and open to the public!
Register your entry by Monday, April 21

Co-sponsored by:

Esprésso Caf é , Granny's Pantry, Neverbetter, Little Bar & Grill

Lakes Area Community Center, Galloping Goose Rentals

Contest entry (pdf) Festival details (pdf)

What is an Edible Book Festival?

Edible Book Festivals take place around the world on or around April 1 to celebrate books, art, food and culture. Contestants create edible creations inspired by literary titles, characters or authors. Entrants are encouraged to combine wordplay with books, decorations, and ingredients (see examples).

Edible Book Festivals began with the Books2Eat website in 2000 and are now celebrated internationally. The event was created to commemorate the birthday of gastronome and author Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. April Fools’ Day is also the perfect day to eat your words.

Contest Details

1. Reserve your spot by submitting your details (April 21 deadline)

2. Brainstorm ideas for your entry

3. Create your book-inspired masterpiece (see examples for inspiration)

4. Drop it off at Lionseed between 9-10 AM on April 26

ELIGIBILITY

Free, and open to all
(e.g. adults, youth, groups, businesses)

CREATION REQUIREMENTS

At least 95% of your entry must be made from edible materials
Your creation must be inspired by a book
All entries must be family-friendly*
* We reserve the right to reject any entries deemed inappropriate or offensive.

AWARD CATEGORIES

Lionseed Award - Grand Prize
Punniest - Literary Creativity
Artistic Design - Visual Creativity
I'd Eat That - Food Use Creativity
Youth Participation Award - For all ages 16 and under

JUDGING

10 AM - 1:45 PM Voting is open to the public at Lionseed and on Facebook
1:45 PM Guest judges from the community will cast their votes
2 PM Winners will be announced during the Edible Book Fest Reception