The Books Cellar · Private events

Book your holiday event with us today

Book the whole Cellar. A bookshop, a listening room, and a beautiful place to bring your favorite people together.

Wine, words, and vinyl

A room that’s already set the mood

Shelves of curated books, warm lighting, and vinyl on the turntable. Host a private evening at The Books Cellar, with the full bookshop as your backdrop and no extra decorating required.

Perfect for holiday parties, book club takeovers, milestone birthdays, engagement parties, author events, corporate mixers, and bridal or baby showers.

  • CapacityUp to 80 guests comfortably.
  • Bar serviceStaffed coffee and beverage service for your event. Ask about wine and beer availability for your date.
  • AvailabilitySundays and select after-hours weeknights, with flexible weekday availability.
  • Something just for youA custom specialty coffee drink created for your event.

Make the space your own

Event packages & rental pricing

Sunday full buyout

THE WHOLE CELLAR · 4-HOUR BLOCK

$1,200

VENUE RENTAL

  • Private use of the venue.
  • Plus a $20 per person food & beverage minimum.

Weeknight after-hours

EVENINGS FROM 8 PM

$1,000

VENUE RENTAL

  • 3-hour event block, plus 1 hour for setup and teardown.
  • Plus a $20 food & beverage minimum.

Semi-private events

A SECTION OF THE STORE

$500

STARTING PRICE

  • Up to 20 guests.
  • A welcoming setting for a smaller gathering.

Pricing varies by day, time, and season. Ask us for a quote tailored to your event.

Booking

How to reserve your date

  1. 1

    Reach out

    Call or email with your preferred date and headcount.

  2. 2

    Walk the space

    We’ll arrange a quick visit so you can see the room and talk through options.

  3. 3

    Lock it in

    A signed agreement and deposit hold your date.

  4. 4

    Enjoy your event

    We handle the bar staff, setup, and atmosphere. You bring the guest list.

“The space is not only beautifully decorated, but the staff is amazing. It felt like we’d rented out someone’s beautiful living room for the day.”

Sarah Mecklenberg · Baby shower

We’d love to host you

Let’s find your evening.

Send Sandra your preferred date, group size, and what you have in mind. We’ll help you choose the right option.

Enquire about your event →

Sandra Madigan

(904) 710-3825
sandratmadigan@outlook.com

3861 Hendricks Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207

Sunday: closed to the public, available for private events · Monday: 1–6 PM · Tuesday–Thursday: 10 AM–8 PM · Friday–Saturday: 10 AM–9 PM

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