The World Fantasy Convention Book Fair

The World Fantasy Convention Dealers Room, with fantasy, science fiction, and horror books for sale is open to the public on Sunday 10/25/26 WHAT: The 52nd Annual World Fantasy Convention is taking place at the Oakland Marriott City Center, from Oct. 22 through Oct. 25, 2026. For the first time, the Dealers Room, located in the Oakland Convention Center, will be open to the public on Sunday, Oct. 25th, from 10AM - 5PM. The WFC Dealers Room is unique, with booksellers specializing in fantasy, science fiction, horror and genre literature, sellling a variety of new and used books, collectible editions, signed copies, art and ephemera. Notable participants will include Kathmandu Books, Tachyon Publications, DreamHaven Books, Liminal Fiction, Rosarium Publishing, Sistah SciFi and other independent booksellers. You will find signed books by the WFC 2026 author and guest attendees throughout the Book Room. SPECIAL EVENT! At 5PM, we'll be hosting an SF in SF Event, with authors Jeffrey Ford, Daryl Gregory, and Tamika Thompson. This will be a live panel, with moderator Cliff Winnig; each author will read a selection, followed by Q&A with the audience; booksigning follows COST: Admission is $5 per person - buy now at Eventbrite, or at the door LOCATION: The Oakland Convention Center HOW TO GET HERE: Take BART! The exit at 12th Street is one block from the Convention Center; the convention center also offers parking, and there is street parking behind the building. Proceeds benefit Chapter 510, a nonprofit that creates programs for kids and teens ages 8-19, centering youth imagination, identity, and experience as an integral part of their curriculum and community space. THE WORLD FANTASY CONVENTION is an annual gathering of professionals and fans of fantasy, horror, and science fiction literature, taking place this year in Oakland, CA, at the Oakland Marriott City Center. Now in its 52nd year, it is a membership-based convention, open to all who want to attend. If you are interested in attending the World Fantasy Convention as a member, we think that's a great idea! You can find membership information and costs at our website, wfc2026.org. Any questions regarding the convention can be sent to [email protected] - please put "WFC Bookfair" in the subject line