Sun 25 Oct · 12pm
Section 8 · Melbourne
quiet reading, ambient playlists and daytime drinking in a carpark
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Book Doof – Melbourne's favourite reading party – is returning to Section 8 for an afternoon of quiet reading, ambient playlists and daytime drinking.
After the huge success of Section 8's first collaboration with Book Doof in August, Section 8 is bringing Melbourne's reading community back to the carpark for round 2, but this time they're partnering up with their sister bar next door, Aster, for a two venue takeover.
Book Doof is a collective reading experience – a paradise for those wanting to disconnect from social media for a bit, meet new friends and form a community through reading. Set to an ambient playlist, there’s zero pressure to read if you don’t want to. Punters can draw, journal or paint, as long as you’re not interfering with anyone else’s experience.
This event is walk-ins only and operates on a 'pay as you feel' policy. Donations will be asked for at the door.
Quick answers
When is Book Doof?
Sun 25 Oct 2026, 12pm.
Where is it?
Section 8, Melbourne, VIC.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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