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Bay Area Book Festival
Sat May 6, 2023 - Sun May 7, 2023
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Repeating every days through May 7, 2023.
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: free
Bring the family for a two-day festival celebrating the world of books in downtown Berkeley. Readers and writers can discuss books, and authors are available to take questions and sign your favorites. A Family Fun Zone has author booths, games, arts and crafts, and scavenger hunts.
The literacy marketplace features a bookstore, writing programs, book art, and a youth expo, hosting award-winning YA, middle-grade, and picture book authors.
The outdoor festival is free and great for families of all ages.
For $15, attendees can access all 250-300 authors across 15 stages. There are also pre-Fest events with headliners from April 1- May 5.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
