Going to Romance-Con on November 7? Here’s Everything You Need to Know!

Welcome to Romance-Con

Whether this is your first time visiting Main Library, or you are a frequent guest, this blog will help you find your way through our celebration of Romance books!

Parking

Main Library has free, attached parking and nearby overflow parking will also be available for a cost.

Schedule and vendors

Romance-Con begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 7. Take in the full experience throughout the day with:

• Workshops, panels, and activities.
• On-site refreshments from EatWell Cafe, Sweet Nate’s Coffee, BD’s Lemonade King, and Koral Hamburg.
• Limited-edition Romance-Con gear from Jupmode.
• Discounts and other specialties from our downtown and uptown neighbors.
• Meet, mingle, and purchase your next favorite read during the author fair.

Featured author talk details

All tickets for headlining and featured author talks featuring Adriana Herrera, Ali Hazelwood, Elizabeth Stephens, and Julian Winters are currently claimed.

Day-of wait lines will be available to fill no-show tickets. Tickets are free, beware of scammers trying to sell them.

If you are a featured author talk ticket holder, don’t forget:

• All featured author talk check-ins will take place in the McMaster Center lobby, located on the second floor. Bring your ticket confirmation email and your ID or Toledo Library card to the check-in table.
• If you do not have a confirmation email, please bring the six-character REF number.
• You will receive a wristband for each featured author talk you registered for.
• Early check-in is highly encouraged to avoid long lines.
• Seats for all those who have not checked in will be released five minutes before the start of the talk.

Featured author signing and photo details

There will be an opportunity separate from the author talks to take photos, buy books, and get them signed by our featured authors.

Elizabeth Stephens | 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Annex

• Photos allowed, no signing limits.
• Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Julian Winters | 11:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Annex

• Photos allowed, no signing limits.
• Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Adriana Herrera and Ali Hazelwood | 11:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Annex

• The receiving line will form at 11:30 a.m.
• Books will be available for purchase at the event.
• No more than three items/personalizations (name only) per person. Candid photos only.
• Signing will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Visit our downtown neighbors

While visiting Main Library for Romance-Con, stop by our neighbors for romance-themed discounts, specialties, and more! Just show proof of your Romance-Con attendance (map, vendor pass, etc.) to claim your discount.

Visit the Destination Toledo table for a full list of discounts and sign up for the Romance-Con Mobile Passport.