4th Annual Upscale Pub Crawl Fundraiser

Welcome to the 4th Annual Upscale Pub Crawl Fundraiser! The Foundation’s 4th Annual Upscale Pub Crawl celebrating Banned Books Week is October 8, 2025. The theme, as announced by the American Library Association (ALA) and the Banned Books Week Coalition, is: “Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights,” using George Orwell’s "1984" as a warning about the dangers of censorship. This year’s theme is a stark reminder that the right to read belongs to all of us, that censorship has no place in contemporary society, and that we must act to defend our rights.

Starting at the Library, stroll through downtown Redwood City with fellow RCLF supporters and enjoy libations at over a dozen establishments. Each pub will feature a banned book and information about censorship and a RCLF volunteer to answer questions and celebrate with you and your group. Your ticket will entitle you to discounted drink and small bites.

Please drink responsibly and taste on a full stomach. We open check-in one hour before the event so you can grab a bite at one of our great restaurants before heading out. Plan for a safe ride home.

Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Join us to fight attempts to censor books in schools and libraries, to support downtown merchants, and to back the Library.

Pubs included will be announced as we get closer to the event. Buy your tickets now to be first in line for this year's t-shirt!