2025 National Book Festival
The 2025 National Book Festival will be held in the nation’s capital at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.). The event is free and open to the public. A selection of programs will be livestreamed online, and videos of all programs will be available shortly after the Festival.
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Experience the Festival
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Plan Your Day Now
Browse our extensive schedule for presentations and book signings by your favorite authors.
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Festival Information
Everything you need to know about getting the most from your day at the National Book Festival.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is it? When is it? How do I get there? Here are the answers to your questions.
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Festival Map
Download the Festival map.
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Family Friendly Activities
Learn more about our interactive programs for kids and families
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Safety Tips
Festival safety essentials and information
Featured Authors
Highlights from Past Festivals
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Photos from the 2024 National Book Festival
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Rebecca Yarros: 'Romantasy' Novels
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Sandra Cisneros: 40 Years of 'The House on Mango Street'
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James S.A. Corey: After 'The Expanse' and 'The Mercy of the Gods'
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Abby Jimenez and Casey McQuiston: Modern Dating, We Love It, We Hate It
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James McBride: Library of Congress Prize for American Fiction
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Max Greenfield: Good Night Thoughts