Banned Books Week and Freedom to Read Programs & Events
Join the Library to unite against book bans and censorship! Check out our array of free programs for all ages, including book discussions, film screenings, and more. Plus—discover all the ways NYPL is protecting the Freedom to Read.
Upcoming Events
For additional events, see the full calendar of Banned Books Week and Freedom to Read events and programs.
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Banned Books Club! (Virtual)
Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Banned Books Club! (Virtual)
Saturday, October 4, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Banned Book Week
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 4 - 5 AM
Banned Books Trivia
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 3 - 4 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Banned Books Club! (Virtual)
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Banned Books Club! (Virtual)
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
Hybrid Book Discussion: Open Book Format
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM
More Banned Books Week and Freedom to Read Events
Find the full list of Banned Books Week and Freedom to Read events.