Attendees gather with anticipation on Saturday evening to learn which finalists will take home the prestigious Anthony Award in seven categories. With musical entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, and a live auction in support of our conference charitable organizations: the DC Public Library Foundation and Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop.

Hosted by Bouchercon 2027 Guest of Honor/Author, Art Taylor & Edgar Award-Winning Author, Angie Kim.

Event Sponsorship: $6,000 (2 available).

Exclusive Event Sponsorship: $10,500*.

Sponsor Benefits: VIP seating at the Awards Gala; Introduction from the stage; On-screen sponsor acknowledgement; Full-color standing banner with your artwork, in the event room; Full-page, full-color ad in the large Program Book.

* Two complimentary conference registrations/and One complimentary hotel guest room.

In this annual fan favorite, 40+ writers rotate from table to table pitching their books to engaged readers. Coffee, tea, and pastry are served at this networking event which kicks the Bouchercon conference into high gear.

Event Sponsorship: $3,500 (2 available).

Sponsor Benefits: Full-page, full-color ad in the small Program Book; Full-color standing banner with your artwork on event day; Opportunity to be a guest MC at the event.

This event presents the next wave of stars in the mystery/crime fiction community. Authors, whose first novels have been published in 2027, have one minute to describe their work to a large, appreciative crowd. A light buffet breakfast will be served. Debut authors’ publishers may provide books to the FREE BOOKS Bazaar.

Exclusive Event Sponsorship: $7,500.

Sponsor Benefits: Introductory remarks at the event; Full-page, full-color ad in the large Program Book; Two complimentary conference registrations; VIP seating; Full-color standing banner with your artwork at the event; Free vending table in the Book Room.

Authors who are not traditionally published are celebrated at this buzz-worthy, and festive event. Independent, small press, and self-published authors are invited to hand-sell their books to readers. Snacks and soft drinks. (SOLD)

The celebratory launch event of DC Bouchercon. Attendees are welcomed. Guests of Honor are recognized. The DC charitable organizations are introduced. Sponsors are honored. Attendees enjoy hot hors d’oeuvres, a raffle, and a cash bar. Followed by special readings from the Bouchercon 2027 Anthology.

Exclusive Sponsorship: $7,500.

Sponsor Benefits: Two complimentary conference registrations; VIP seating; Full-page, full-color ad in the large Program Book; Full-color standing banner with your artwork at event; Back page ad in the Bouchercon Anthology; Free vending table in the Book Room.

Stand out as a major supporter of the mystery/crime-fiction genre, and Bouchercon’s ongoing annual commitment to convene the international mystery writing community. Your sponsorship supports scholarships for writing students; day passes for first-time attendees; conference technology; transportation shuttles; and the General Membership Meeting.

Exclusive Sponsorship Package: Call for more information.

Sponsor Benefits: Introductions at the Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony, and General Members Meeting; VIP seating at all events; Full-page, full-color ads in the large and small Program book; Four complimentary registrations; Full-color standing banner with your artwork at the registration desk, FREE BOOKS Bazaar, and conference Hallway; Free vending table in the Book Room & Signage on the Bouchercon Shuttles; Complimentary guest room suite; Guest of Honor dinner invitation.

Accessibility Sponsors – Bouchercon, and its convention hotels, comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and make all reasonable arrangements for attendees with mobility and/or accessibility needs. This sponsorship supports program closed captioning, mobility assistants, special signage, and scooters. Call for Sponsorship information and benefits. (10 available). 

Attendee Convention Bags – Sponsor name/logo bags provided to all conference-goers. (SOLD)

Attendee Badge Holder/Lanyards – Sponsor name/logo on convention badges and lanyards. (SOLD)

Hospitality Suite – Attendees enjoy refreshments while relaxing and mingling and talking books in this centrally located, high-traffic, and comfortable break room. Call for information on customizing this sponsorship to meet your needs. (7 half-day slots available).

Sponsor Benefits: Full-page, full-color ad in the large Program Book; 2 full-color standing banners with your artwork for the duration of your sponsorship slot; includes setup for your reception, book signings, or presentation.

Salons – (NEW) High-attendance, long-form discussions (in the round) with invited content experts about craft, entertainment, and issues of interest for all convention goers. Call for Sponsorship information and benefits.