The 28th annual Virginia Festival of the Book will take place as a hybrid event, in-person and virtually, March 16-20, 2022, with a full schedule of engaging discussions for all ages and interests.
The full 2022 Festival schedule will be announced in January 2022. Whether attending events in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, tuning in for live virtual events, or watching on-demand videos, we hope you will be able to join us!
Questions? If you have questions about specific events, registration, or other aspects of the 2022 Festival, please email us at books@virginiahumanities.org.
COVID-19
In an effort to keep our attendees, speakers, volunteers, and staff members safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Virginia Festival of the Book will take appropriate precautions within the defined protocols of each Festival venue.
Accessibility
As a program of Virginia Humanities and the University of Virginia, the Virginia Festival of the Book values disability within the spectrum of human diversity and is committed to providing an environment where individuals with disabilities can be their full selves and thrive. Our goal is to make Festival programming as inclusive as possible.
Travel & Transportation
Whether you’re wondering how to get to Charlottesville and Albemarle County, or how to get around once you’re here, there are plenty of options—including CHO Airport, the official airport of the Virginia Festival of the Book, plus local bike rentals, public transportation, and more.
Lodging & Local Area
If you’re attending the Festival as an out-of-town guest, we partner with area hotels to offer group rates for your stay. Plus, explore restaurants, shopping, and more while you’re in the area!
Submissions
We select speakers through active recruitment as well as open submissions, June 1 through October 1 annually.
Future Festival Dates
- March 22-26, 2023
- March 20-24, 2024
- March 19-23, 2025
