address TBD, we'll tell this list first
check-in
pull up on us. here's how.
general admission
the cousins table
VIP Access
the aunties table
pricing drops soon. get on the list.
the yard
outside is where it starts
food is hot, tables out, drinks flowing, somebody's cousin at the dj booth. this is the part you show up for first.
2026's vibe
230+
cousins
10
hand-picked vendors
3
activations
11
sponsors
5
aunties
the yard, part one
everybody runs to the dance floor
the yard, part two
it gets real serious at the spades table when there are prizes involved
the yard, part three
nobody's rushing you. sit down, eat, argue about the ending of a book.
the house
inside it gets calmer
spending money, photo ops, music low, the vibes feeling chill just like grandma's house.
2026, the intro
"the cookout was the perfect conclusion to BRBF Weekend!"- Bibliobaddies Book Club
the merch table coming soon
every year's tee, still on the table
every year stays for sale while sizes last
past vendors
sponsors
the aunties
@ogbeyappin
Founder
@pages.of.tavii
Operations
@jaleesareads
Sponsor Outreach
@ebonyessencebookshelf
Host
@poppin_pages
Host
the story
why we do this
the cookout started as a membership and bookclub. then it was a living room, folding chairs, somebody's favorite cousin slamming down uno cards on the table. now it's all of that and more.
the Cookout membershipthe invite
so, you coming or nah?
june 10, 2027. atlanta. we'll send the address, the lineup, and pricing to this list before anybody else.
if i miss the event, can my swag bag be shipped to me?
we will not be shipping anything. all items must be picked up AT the event. no exceptions.
what should I wear?
anything that makes you feel comfortable and cool, Atlanta is HOT. Also we post outfit inspo on our IG.
is this event indoor or outdoor?
Location is TBD, but just know you will be outside at some point.
can we bring alcohol?
We will let you know ASAP!
can my kids come?
sure!