Virginia Festival of the Book
Bringing together writers and readers to promote and celebrate books, reading, literacy, and literary culture
2023 Festival Schedule
Our full 2023 schedule is live! We’re thrilled to share the diverse array of events that comprise this year’s Festival; from writing salons and book panels to immersive outdoor programs, there’s something for every reader.
News and Events
BlogBook Festival Preview Events
This year the Virginia Festival of the Book is featuring preview events! Join us from March 16 to 21 across Central Virginia and in Southwest Virginia.
Blog8 Great Virginia Festival of the Book Reads
It’s time to clear off space on your bookshelf, because from March 23-26, the 29th annual Virginia Festival of the Book is happening right here in the Charlottesville area. The …
BlogHotSeat: Kalela Williams
Get to know the new director of the Virginia Center for the Book Last fall, Kalela Williams hit the ground running as the new director of the Virginia Center for …
PageTicketed Events
The following events require registration to attend. Festival Preview Event in Crozet, VA: Trailed Friday, March 17 | 7–8PM | Bluebird + Co. | Free A young couple—two women in love—go …
Blog2023 Live-Streamed Events
The following events will take place in person at this year’s Festival and be live-streamed.
We love books. We also love the people who make books, from writers and illustrators to agents and publishers.
Each year, more than 20,000 people attend the Virginia Festival of the Book to share in this love. Your support makes it all possible.
