A Seattle silent reading party (or silent book club) is a great way to unwind with fellow introverts and book lovers.
If you’re looking for a low-key way to meet new people, some quiet time to get some reading or writing done, or just want to get out of the house and do a chill activity, try a Seattle silent reading party. They’re also known as Seattle silent book clubs. Whatever they’re called, they all have these things in common: they reoccur every month, they’re great for introverts, and they provide time and space to relax and really get into a book for an hour or two without distractions. Most of them are also free, although of course you should try to buy a beverage or snack at the venue that is hosting.
Keep reading for the top five silent reading events in Seattle!
1. Silent Reading Party at Hotel Sorrento
Get cozy with a drink and a book by the fire on the first and third Wednesday of every month in the Fireside Room of Hotel Sorrento while musician Paul Matthew Moore plays the piano. This is the original Seattle Silent Reading Party that started in 2009 (and there’s also a virtual version that we’ll discuss next). There is a reservation fee that starts at around $13, plus a food and drink minimum of $20 per person. The next event will be on Wednesday, March 1 at 6:00 p.m.
Get more info and tickets on the Hotel Sorrento website.
2. The Virtual Silent Reading Party
If you prefer to join a silent reading party from the comfort of your own home, you can attend this worldwide virtual silent book club online. It takes place on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The best part is that you still get to enjoy Paul Matthew Moore’s live piano music.
Get more info and tickets on the event website.
3. Silent Book Club West Seattle
The Silent Book Club of West Seattle is unique in that it takes place in more than one venue. Before they meet on the first Thursday of every month, they post the locations along with a map of all the venues participating across West Seattle. You can choose from a bar, a brewery, a coffee shop, and more options for your reading time. Their next event will be on Thursday, March 2.
Follow along on Instagram for updates.
4. Silent Book Club of Shoreline
This silent book club meets twice a month at Drumlin Pub in Shoreline: from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month and the third Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The next gathering will be Sunday, March 5 at 2:00 p.m.
Follow along on Instagram for updates.
5. Silent Book Club Ballard
Seattle’s newest silent book club is in Ballard. It will be starting in March 2023, although the exact date and location hasn’t been announced yet. Follow along on Instagram for updates.