Sundeck Summer Reads

The best beach reads are back at The Yards' Sundeck Summer Reads, and this year, there's even more to bookmark. Trade your screen time for page time and spend your summer evenings surrounded by fellow readers at The Yards. Discover your next obsession from our complimentary book library, get creative with hands-on activities, and browse used books. Have a book that's been sitting on your shelf waiting for its next reader? Bring it along to add to The Yards Community Library and help keep great stories circulating all summer long. Whether you're hunting for your next five-star read or simply looking for a laid-back waterfront hang, Sundeck Summer Reads is your weekly excuse to romanticize the season.

✨ A Special Sundeck Kickoff Event

We're kicking off the series with a special appearance from local author Marisa Kashino, author of Best Offer Wins. The first 25 guests will receive a copy of Best Offer Wins in addition to their complimentary book selection, and Marisa will be onsite meeting readers, signing books, and offering personalized dedications. Plus, Fictional Affairs Bookstore—the Instagram-famous traveling bookstore you've probably already saved to your feed—will be onsite with curated reads, shopping, and the ultimate book-lover photo op.

📚 Bonus Chapter: Kids' Day at The Yards | August 1

Plot twist—we're adding a special fifth chapter just for kids and families! Join us for a family-friendly edition of Sundeck Summer Reads featuring special guest Austin Graff, 150 complimentary children's books, crafts, glitter tattoos, and activities designed to inspire the next generation of readers.

This special event is specifically for children and families, making it the perfect excuse to spend a summer day at The Yards with brunch, books, and a little extra magic.

How to Join the Fun

General Admission + Complimentary Book

Reserve one of the 150 General Admission + Complimentary Book tickets and receive one complimentary book from The Yards' giveaway library. Limit one book per person.

Ticket required.

Guests with Complimentary Book tickets will have access to a dedicated book redemption line. Complimentary Book ticket holders must check in by the designated redemption time to guarantee their selection.

General Admission

Want to browse, swap books, shop, journal, and enjoy the vibes? General Admission guests are welcome to enjoy all event activities. A standby line will be available for any remaining complimentary books after all registered Complimentary Book ticket holders have had the opportunity to browse the shelves.

Dates & Times to Bookmark

📖 Chapter 1: July 8: Special Guest Author Marisa Kashino + Fictional Affairs Bookstore

📚 Chapter 2: July 15: Complimentary book tickets open July 9

📖 Chapter 3: July 22: Complimentary book tickets open July 16

📚 Chapter 4: July 29: Complimentary book tickets open July 23

✨ Bonus Chapter: August 1 | Kids & Families Edition featuring Austin Graff: Complimentary book tickets open July 23

Get your tickets before this story sells out.

Happy Hour Specials

La Famosa, 3pm-7:30pm: $1 Medalla beer, $3 Cuba Libres, $3 white wine, $5 sangria, and $8 piña coladas, and featured bites include burger sliders and fried chicken with tostones

District Winery, 4pm-7pm: $10 glasses of wine and $5 off all flights