KPBS San Diego Book Festival

Join us for the inaugural KPBS San Diego Book Festival presented by the University of San Diego, Saturday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will enjoy panel discussions with award-winning authors, activities, live entertainment, exhibitors including independent booksellers, and more. Let’s bring our community closer together through the shared experience of reading and discussing great books!

The festival is a FREE event for book lovers of all ages. Guests must register via Eventbrite to receive important day-of information. Printing tickets is NOT necessary. We strongly encourage you to download the Eventbrite app to manage your tickets easily. The app is free for iOS and Android - search Eventbrite in the app store.

What to expect:

• The announcement of the 2025 selections!
• More than 30 award-winning authors will participate in interactive panel sessions and book signings. Featured authors will be announced soon!

• For the young and young at heart, check out the youth reading stage and exploration area with hands-on activities. Meet PBS Kids beloved friends Clifford the Big Red Dog, Curious George and Cat in the Hat!
• Additional highlights include Spanish language and bilingual programming, poetry readings, live music and entertainment, exhibitors, and food trucks. Truly something for everyone!

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We appreciate our community partners: The Book Catapult, Camino Books, Joyride Bookshop, La Playa Books, Libélula Books & Co, The Library Shop, Meet Cute Romance Bookshop, Mysterious Galaxy, UC San Diego Bookstore, USD Torero Store, Warwick's, and the San Diego Council on Literacy. We encourage you to visit and support each of these partners at the festival!

The KPBS San Diego Book Festival is presented by the University of San Diego. Other sponsors include Broadway San Diego, San Diego County Library, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Press, and Lloyd Pest Control.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park Way, San Diego, United States