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VA Festival of the Book

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VA Festival of the Book

When
Mar 20th, 2026 - Mar 22nd, 2026
All Day
Where
DowntownCharlottesvilleVA

Virginia Humanities’ 2026 Virginia Festival of the Book is happening March 20-22 in Charlottesville, Virginia.

This beloved annual tradition brings together writers and readers to promote books, reading, literacy, and literary culture. Themed broadly around the concept of “Revolutions” in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, the 2026 Virginia Festival of the Book will include a stellar slate of authors and events, bringing out the best in poetry, children’s literature, fiction and non-fiction.

Festival events are in-person, with many live-streamed to reach Virginians where we are.

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