We are delighted to announce that the 2026 Booksellers Conference will be held at AUT Campus on Friday 24 July. Our Conference is the premier annual event for the Aotearoa book industry, held in conjunction with the Auckland Trade Day and the Aotearoa NZ Book Industry Awards ceremony. The Conference & Trade Day brings together booksellers, publishers, and suppliers for two days of connection, learning and celebration.
We couldn’t hold the Conference and Trade Days without the generous and inspiring support of New Zealand’s publishers and industry friends. Please see sponsorship options below or contact Renee (renee@booksellers.co.nz) for bespoke opportunities.
Key Dates
Booksellers Conference – Friday 24 July
Auckland Trade Day – Saturday 25 July
Book Industry Awards ceremony – Saturday 25 July, evening
Sponsorship Packages
1. Conference Coffee Cart $2000 – SOLD
Sponsorship includes:
- 1 x table at Auckland Trade Day (Value $600)
- 1 x Conference registration (Value $400)
- Pull-up banner display and opportunity to present to plenary, creating an indelible memory and strengthening your brand (priceless)
- Logo displayed on all conference materials including website and socials (priceless)
- Your name associated with caffeine, comfort, productivity, inspiration, good vibes and good times.
2. Networking breakfast $1500
Sponsorship includes:
- 1 x table at Auckland Trade Day (Value $600)
- 1 x Conference registration (Value $400)
- Pull-up banner display and opportunity to present to plenary, creating an indelible memory and strengthening your brand (priceless)
- Logo displayed on all conference materials including website and socials (priceless)
3. Networking morning tea $1500
Sponsorship includes:
- 1 x table at Auckland Trade Day (Value $600)
- 1 x Conference registration (Value $400)
- Pull-up banner display and opportunity to present to plenary, creating an indelible memory and strengthening your brand (priceless)
- Logo displayed on all conference materials including website and socials (priceless)
4. Networking afternoon tea $1500
Sponsorship includes:
- 1 x table at Auckland Trade Day (Value $600)
- 1 x Conference registration (Value $400)
- Pull-up banner display and opportunity to present to plenary, creating an indelible memory and strengthening your brand (priceless)
- Logo displayed on all conference materials including website and socials (priceless)
5. Young Bookseller Delegate $2,500 (ex GST)
- Support an emerging young bookseller to attend, covering registration, travel costs and two nights’ accommodation at the Conference hotel. Young Booksellers will be invited to apply for this opportunity.
6. First-Time Delegate $2,500
- Support a first-time delegate’s registration. The sponsorship will be promoted to members and on all registration forms. The winner will be announced at the Conference, and the sponsor will be invited to make the announcement.