Blog > MAPLD Fanfest Summer Reading Kick-Off Is Coming to the Library! Saturday, June 13, 2026
Posted May 15, 2026
Convention prices making your wallet weep? Skip the expensive badge fees and discover an unforgettable fan experience right here in your community at our Maple Fanfest Summer Reading Kick-Off!
Join us on Saturday, June 13, from 2:00–7:00 p.m. for an exciting afternoon packed with cosplay, games, crafts, fantasy fun, and family-friendly activities for all ages. Whether you’re a gamer, anime lover, fantasy fan, or just looking for something fun to do this summer, there’s something for everyone—and yes, we’ll be raffling off some amazing prizes throughout the event!
Bring the whole squad and enjoy:
- A family-friendly Punch & Judy Puppet Show
- The Shooting Star Maid Café with snacks and games
- The Enchanted Maker’s Garden is filled with magical crafts
- Cosplay workshops and a free cosplay/costume contest
- A massive video game truck experience
- Big Bubble Blast foam-filled fun
- A petting zoo featuring llamas, goats, and more
- Fairy Garden Parties with Chef Millicent
- DIY Mini Gnome Gardens
- A magical Potion Tasting Station
Whether your costume is handmade, store-bought, or somewhere in between, everyone is welcome to join the cosplay contest from 6:00–7:00 p.m. and show off their fandom spirit.
This is your chance to experience all the excitement of a convention without leaving town—or emptying your wallet. Gather your friends, bring the family, and kick off summer reading with a day full of imagination, adventure, and community fun at the library!