Many kids do not have a safe place to go after school. Some need help with learning, books, and support. Without these, it is harder for them to grow and succeed.

The Toronto Public Library Foundation helps fund programs for kids and youth across the city. They support after-school programs that give students a safe place to learn and explore. To help continue this work, they host a special fundraising event each year.

Biblio Bash 2026 will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026. It will be held at the Toronto Reference Library. Guests can expect a black-tie evening with community leaders, supporters, and a shared goal to help young people. Every ticket helps fund programs that support children and youth. It gives them access to learning, safety, and new opportunities.

Save your spot here to support kids and youth in your community.

Biblio Bash is the Toronto Public Library Foundation’s annual black-tie fundraiser in support of Toronto Public Library. The gala will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the Toronto Reference Library. In support of kids and youth across the city, our Presenting Sponsor, Fitzrovia, will welcome Toronto’s city builders, library lovers, business leaders, and philanthropists to an intimate evening dedicated to raising funds for the library’s vital after-school programs.

Every child has the potential for a bright and shiny future.
Together, we’ll ensure that every light TPL sparks will brighten Toronto’s tomorrow.

Since its inception in 2017, Biblio Bash has raised over $6 million to support Toronto Public Library’s highest priority needs and assist some of our city’s most vulnerable residents. None of this would be possible without the generosity of our sponsors, supporters, guests and volunteers.

Stay tuned for further announcements about Biblio Bash 2026!