Toronto Dark Arts Market – Book-ish Market

If you're the type of person who can spend hours browsing bookshelves or hunting for the perfect journal, mark your calendar. The Toronto Dark Arts Market is hosting its first-ever Book-ish Market on May 23 at Ground Control.

What to Expect This market is a haven for bibliophiles and stationery lovers alike. You'll find over 40 authors, writers, and publishers, alongside creators of zines, graphic novels, and magazines. Whether you're looking for a new indie read or just want to stock up on beautiful cards, journals, and pens, this is the place to be.

Why It’s Worth It It’s a family-friendly event with a relaxed atmosphere. The venue, Ground Control on Queen Street West, is fully accessible and features an on-site ATM. Plus, the bar will be open, so you can grab a drink while you browse the stalls. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon supporting local writers and artisans.

Practical Info Admission is free, and the market runs from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Ground Control is located at 1279 Queen Street West, making it easily accessible by transit and close to plenty of parking. For more details and a look at the vendors, visit their website at www.torontodarkartsmarket.com.