Whimsical Bookshop in the heart of Baltimore

Charm City Books is located in an historic 100 year old carriage house that has been transformed into a whimsical bookshop and multipurpose event space. If you can dream it we can accomodate. From birthday parties to boiler room sets, audio and video podcast recordings to private date nights, intimate stage plays to team meetings. Whether you're launching a book or hosting a comedy show, or looking to propose to your beloved, we have the adaptability and the audio visual capabilities to support your vision. The space may look like just a gorgeous cozy bookshop but it can transform based on the unique needs of your event or content shoot. We have photographic lights, multi colored LEDs available, wireless sound functionality, and live stream engineering all available to you. Rental Details: Due to some limitations on this site we have listed the specifics or our rental policy here. Charm City Books offers private date nights for 2 people or more! The initial cost is $200 with an additional $25 charge for each additional person up to parties of 18. Venue: Charm City Books, a cozy and welcoming bookstore in the heart of Seton Hill. Capacity: Accommodates up to 50 people seated with tables and chairs. Duration: Rental period is 3 hours, including half an hour for set up and breakdown. Cost: During store business hours: $1500 for 20+ guests Off hours: $1200 for 20+ guests Send an inquiry for parties of less than 20 people Optional Add-Ons: Enhance your event with our beverage service, featuring locally sourced options! Coffee, Tea, and Custom Mocktails: Enjoy a selection of beverages including custom mocktails made with syrups created from herbs in our garden. Cost: Additional $350, covers drinks for 35 people. Inquire for larger parties. Whether you're gathering for a morning meeting, an afternoon workshop, or an evening celebration, Charm City Books offers a charming and versatile space that will make your event truly memorable. Contact us today by sending an email to [email protected] to check availability and start planning your event at Charm City Books! Charm City Books is an award winning bookshop named best bookstore in Baltimore in 2020, 2021, and 2023, by editors and readers choice of Baltimore Magazine. The store received the Comcast Rise Grant, the BGE energizing small businesses grant, and a Baltimore Community Arts grant for our programming and dedication to supporting local schools and organizations with book drives.