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Australian and New Zealand Association of Antiquarian Booksellers

2026 Sydney Rare Book Fair

Where
State Library of NSW
State Library of NSW
Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
The Glasshouse
When

Thursday 22 October from 6pm to 9pm Friday 23 October from 10am to 5pm Saturday 24 October from 10am to 4pm

Thursday 6pm Opening Night

Cost

Free

The Sydney Rare Book Fair returns to The Glasshouse at the State Library of New South Wales for three days in October 2026.

Browse and buy rare books, maps, prints and ephemera from some of the leading antiquarian book and map dealers from Australia and around the world. From books published in the 1400s and first editions to rare maps, antique children's books, posters, antique art and extreme rarities — there is something for every collector and enthusiast.

All items on display are available to purchase.

Organised in partnership with ANZAAB (the Australian and New Zealand Association of Antiquarian Booksellers) and the State Library of NSW. All exhibitors are ANZAAB or ILAB members and observe strict codes of authenticity and ethics.

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Australian and New Zealand Association of Antiquarian Booksellers

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