Mission: The Tucson Festival of Books is a premier, free-to-attend, family-friendly celebration of literature that engages our community. We present notable recently published authors from all genres to discuss big ideas and express creativity freely.
Vision: Through an annual festival and associated programs, we support, elevate, and amplify literacy so that words and imagination come to life for readers of all ages. We inspire our community to fund and utilize Southern Arizona literacy services to improve literacy rates.
The next Tucson Festival of Books will be held March 14-15, 2026 at the University of Arizona.
In addition to viewing author sessions, visiting exhibitors and strolling the University of Arizona mall, there are so many activities for families throughout the festival! There is also so much to see on our entertainment stages - the festival even features strolling musicians this year!
