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Edible Book Festival

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Edible Book Festival
Next EBF is coming in the Spring of 2025!

About the Festival

The Edible Book Festival is an annual international event that unites bibliophiles, book artists, and food lovers to celebrate the ingestion of culture and its fulfilling nourishment. Any member of the MICA community may attend and participate. Attendees will have the opportunity to view, vote on, and (eventually) taste different bookish treats. 

Decker Library first launched this mouth-watering tradition in 2013, and it has since become a cherished event, showcasing the creativity and culinary wizardry of our community.

Inspired to participate?

Submissions will open in the new year or see our FAQ below for more!

For more information or any inquiries, don't hesitate to contact circ@mica.edu.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Open to everyone! We welcome all MICA affiliates and community members to join, provided you adhere to the festival rules and MICA’s Operational Mode 5 General Social Agreement.
  • All creations must be primarily composed of edible materials.
  • Each entry should be inspired by or related to a book, whether through text, form, or reference.
  • Please avoid using toxic or harmful ingredients.

The submission form will be open in the new year.

Your creations will be judged by the attendees themselves!

Voting takes place between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM, followed by a communal tasting session.

Winners, across various categories, will be announced by 1:30 PM.
  • Least Edible
  • Most Interactive
  • Funniest/Pun-iest
  • Most Appetizing
  • Most Resourceful

Entries can be dropped off starting at 10:30 AM on the event day.

For earlier drop-offs, email circ@mica.edu.

Winners need not be present; they will be notified via email to collect their prizes.

No, however we aim to identify and label potential allergens.

Please indicate any concerns on your entry form.

Creativity knows no bounds—both homemade and store-bought entries are welcome.

Your inspiration can come from any published work, regardless of its presence in Decker Library’s collection.

Prizes vary annually, often featuring generous gifts from local businesses. Stay tuned for announcements!

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