The 2nd annual Haunted Library
Bookmaze Mesa
1300 W University
Mesa, AZ 85201 

Presented by Proxima Emporium and Bookmaze

Celebrate Halloween with books, community, and a few delightful scares at the Haunted Library at Bookmaze Mesa, a two-night fundraiser benefiting the Mesa Book Festival.

For two evenings only, the interior of Bookmaze Mesa will be transformed into a haunted library where guests can wind their way through eerie stacks, mysterious rooms, and literary surprises inspired by the spooky side of storytelling. Admission is $5 per person, and children ages 12 and under receive free admission with an accompanying adult.

Outside, local Arizona authors will host a festive Trunk or Treat, decorating their vehicles for Halloween while handing out candy, meeting readers, signing books, and celebrating the season. Families can enjoy a safe and memorable Halloween experience while discovering talented local authors and supporting Arizona's literary community.

On Friday, October 30, the Mesa Public Library Read Runner Bookmobile will be on site with books, library resources, and literacy activities for visitors of all ages.

Every admission helps support the Mesa Book Festival, helping Anthology continue its mission of connecting readers, writers, publishers, educators, and the community through free literary programming and events.

Event Details

• Dates: Friday & Saturday, October 30–31, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Location: Bookmaze Mesa
• Haunted Library Admission: $5 per person
• Children 12 & Under: Free with an accompanying adult
• Free Outdoor Trunk or Treat: Hosted by local Arizona authors
• Friday Special Feature: Mesa Public Library Read Runner Bookmobile
• Beneficiary: Proceeds support the Mesa Book Festival

Bring the family, wear your favorite costume, collect treats from local authors, brave the Haunted Library, and help support one of Arizona's premier celebrations of books and literacy. Every ticket helps keep the Mesa Book Festival growing for readers of all ages.

Trunk and Treat Participation

Authors that would like to participate in the Trunk and Treat Parking Lot

Registration is available at the Proxima Emporium/Shameless Book Promotion website: click here