Parkerfest is the big Dorothy Parker Society event that began in 1999. It is held in the Spring of odd-numbered years; the next one is in the spring of 2009. Each Parkerfest has been unique and different. We celebrate the life of Dorothy Parker with a speakeasy night, walking tour, Round Table lunch, music, readings, and more. The mood of the weekend is more like a party than a serious "literary" event. Sign up for our newsletter and you will get the latest information!

Past Parkerfest Recaps and Photo Galleries

Parkerfest 2007: We travel all over Manhattan from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Upper West Side for a decadent weekend of fun. Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery.

Parkerfest 2006: Algonquin! Burlesque! Dog Walkers! This Parkerfest ran the gamut of emotions from A to Z! Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery. Press attention: OhMyNews International

Parkerfest 2005: Nine events spread over three days. Cabaret, walking tour, shows and the return of the infamous Speakeasy Cruise! Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery. Press attention: Boston Post-Gazette and New York Sun

Parkerfest 2004: We held our weekend in October and is was a smash success! The debut of the Bathtub Gin Ball & Speakeasy Cruise! Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery. Press attention: London Observer

Parkerfest 2003: Our 5th annual gathering was the biggest and best ever, packed with fun and great times! Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery. Press attention: New York Sun "Knickerbocker" and "Out & About with A.L. Gordon"

Parkerfest 2002: This was our fourth annual affair, and it was marked by stiff drinks and lots of laughs. Story Recap

Parkerfest 2001: A whole weekend of activities and fun group of attendees, including Mrs. Parker's great nieces. Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery

Parkerfest 2000: The sophomore effort stretches to two days and we added a WILD Speakeasy Night and lunch at the Gonk. Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery

Parkerfest 1999: The debut was a huge success. One LONG day of walking, a play, drinks and more drinks. Story Recap ¦ Photo Gallery

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