Boston Stationery Festival
Description
Boston Stationery Festival
Presented by the Japan Society of Boston and uni Brands Corporation
A weekend celebration of paper, ink, and everything beautifully crafted by hand.
The Japan Society of Boston invites you to the Boston Stationery Festival, a two-day celebration of stationery culture — the pens, papers, journals, and stickers that turn everyday writing into a chance for self-expression and creativity. Whether you're a devoted bungu (stationery) collector, a journaling enthusiast, or simply someone who can't walk past a good notebook, you'll find your people here.
General Admission Festival Tickets and Workshop Tickets go on sale February 25, 2027.
**Discounted early-bird Festival Tickets are available for JSB Members October 9-30, 2026. Find the code on the JSB Member Portal or join JSB today for access!
What to expect
A marketplace of makers and sellers, including Esterbrook, ICHIKUDO, KASHIKO, Calliope, Kinokuniya Bookstore, Copper & Print, and more to be more announced
Hands-on workshops (to be announced), available as individually ticketed add-ons for Festival Ticket holders
For more information, please visit www.bostonstationeryfestival.org.
When & Where
Saturday, October 9 & Sunday, October 10, 2027
Artists for Humanity EpiCenter, 100 West Second Street, Boston, MA 02127
Tickets
Festival Tickets
Timed Entry (GA $30 / JSB Member $25): choose a three-hour window at checkout, grants access during the chosen window only with no re-entry:
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
12:00–3:00 PM
3:00–6:00 PM
Full Day (GA $85 / JSB Member $70): enter anytime between 9:00AM - 6:00PM on the chosen day, with re-entry so you can come and go.
Workshop Tickets: individually ticketed add-ons, available to Festival Ticket holders. A Festival Ticket at the corresponding time is required to purchase a workshop ticket.
More information on Workshops coming soon!
Good to know
Festival Tickets only grant access to the event during the chosen time block.
The venue is accessible with a lower level entrance and an elevator to access all floors.
All ticket sales are final; this event is non-refundable.
About the Japan Society of Boston
The Japan Society of Boston works to curate the best of Japan in Boston, connecting our community to exceptional educational, cultural, and business experiences that deepen mutual understanding and inspire collaboration.
Policies & conduct
Every attendee must have their own ticket to enter (except for children under the age of 2 years).
Tickets are non-refundable and may not be resold or transferred.
Artwork and products made using generative AI may not be sold or displayed at the festival.
Prohibited items: no luggage — rolling bags, duffle bags, or large backpacks; and no selfie sticks, GoPro poles, or other camera-extending devices (staff may ask you to put these away).
The venue is non-smoking: no smoking or vaping anywhere, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes/vapes, pipes, or cigars.
Retail selling is limited to official marketplace vendors. Please don't solicit sales, tips, or donations without an exhibit space assigned by the festival.
By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed, and to those images and/or videos being used to promote future events.
The festival is not responsible for lost, stolen, or misplaced items.
A ticket is a revocable license. The organizer may refuse entry or remove any attendee, and event dates, times, or location may change.
FAQs
- How can I get access to early-bird tickets?
Early-bird tickets are available to Japan Society of Boston Members October 9-30, 2026. JSB Members can find the access code on the JSB Member Portal.
Not a JSB Member yet? Join today for early-bird access!
- What's the difference between Timed Entry and Full Day Festival Tickets?
Timed Entry ($30/time slot) allows you to choose one three-hour window (9:00AM – 12:00PM, 12:00PM – 3:00PM, or 3:00PM – 6:00PM) and enter and exit during that slot.
Full Day ($85/day) lets you enter anytime that day and includes re-entry, so you can come and go.
- How does timed entry work?
At checkout you'll select your day and one time slot. Your Timed Entry Festival ticket is valid for that window only. You will be asked to leave at the end of your time slot. If you'd like to stay all day or leave and return, choose Full Day.
- Can I leave and come back?
Full Day Festival Ticket holders can re-enter throughout the day. Timed Entry Festival Tickets are valid for the selected time slot only and re-entry is not allowed.
- Is one ticket good for both days?
Tickets are sold per day. To attend both Saturday and Sunday, purchase a ticket for each day.
- Is the festival family-friendly? Do children need a ticket?
All ages are welcome. There's no separate children's ticket — each attendee is admitted on a standard Festival Ticket (except for children under the age of 2 years).
Workshops may have additional age requirements.
- Do I need to print my ticket?
No — just show the QR code on your phone at the door.
- Are tickets refundable?
All sales are final; this event is non-refundable.
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