Amarillo Bookworms Invited to Galentine's Day Bookfair

The $15 event at The Barfield offers drinks, gifts, and a chance to support local literacy efforts.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 1:55pm

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The Barfield in Amarillo, Texas is hosting a Galentine's Day Bookfair on February 11th from 4pm to 7pm. For just $15, attendees can enjoy a complimentary cocktail, a take-home gift, and shop a curated selection of books, gifts, and flowers from Burrowing Owl Books and Avant Garden. The event is also collaborating with Story Bridge Amarillo on a children's book drive, where attendees can donate gently-used books in exchange for a mystery book and a chance to win a 1-night stay at The Barfield.

Why it matters

The Galentine's Day Bookfair provides an opportunity for Amarillo's book lovers to celebrate friendship, self-care, and the joy of reading, all while supporting local literacy efforts. In a city known for its love of food, drinks, and community, this event combines those passions into one festive evening.

The details

The Galentine's Day Bookfair will take place inside the Paramount Recreation Club at The Barfield. Attendees will be able to shop a selection of books, gifts, and flowers curated by Burrowing Owl Books and Avant Garden. In addition to the $15 ticket that includes a complimentary cocktail and take-home gift, the event is also hosting a children's book drive in partnership with Story Bridge Amarillo. Attendees who donate gently-used children's books will receive a mystery book from Burrowing Owl Books and be entered to win a 1-night stay at The Barfield.

  • The Galentine's Day Bookfair will take place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 4pm to 7pm.

The players

The Barfield

A hotel and event venue in Amarillo, Texas that is hosting the Galentine's Day Bookfair.

Burrowing Owl Books

An independent bookstore in Amarillo that is curating the book selection for the Galentine's Day Bookfair.

Avant Garden

A local florist in Amarillo that is providing the floral selection for the Galentine's Day Bookfair.

Story Bridge Amarillo

A local literacy non-profit that is collaborating with the Galentine's Day Bookfair on a children's book drive.

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What’s next

Tickets for the Galentine's Day Bookfair are on sale now for $15. Attendees are encouraged to bring gently-used children's books to donate to Story Bridge Amarillo in exchange for a mystery book and a chance to win a 1-night stay at The Barfield.

The takeaway

The Galentine's Day Bookfair at The Barfield provides Amarillo's book lovers with a unique opportunity to celebrate friendship, self-care, and the joy of reading, all while supporting local literacy efforts. With curated book and floral selections, complimentary drinks, and a chance to win prizes, this event is a must-attend for any Amarillo bookworm.