Mark your calendars — the 13th Annual San Antonio Book Festival is set to take place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Central Library and UTSA Southwest Campus in downtown San Antonio. This beloved free, family-friendly literary event brings together readers, writers, and thinkers of all ages for a full day of books, ideas, and community celebration.
✍️ Featured Authors You Won’t Want to Miss
This year’s festival features a stellar lineup of over 100 authors from across Texas and the nation. Whether you’re a fan of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, or YA, you’ll find something (or someone!) to get excited about.
Highlights include:
• Sandra Cisneros (The House on Mango Street)
• Martín Espada – National Book Award-winning poet
• Stephen Graham Jones – Award-winning horror author
• Nita Prose – Bestselling author of The Maid’s Secret
• Cristina Rivera Garza – Acclaimed author and translator
• Naomi Shihab Nye – Beloved poet and educator
The full author lineup can be explored at sabookfestival.org.
🎉 What to Expect at the Festival
In addition to author panels and readings, the festival includes:
• Book Signings – Meet your favorite authors and get your books signed.
• Food Trucks – Enjoy a wide range of local eats while you browse.
• Children’s & Teen Programming – Engaging and interactive fun for young readers.
• Book Sales by Nowhere Bookshop – Grab a copy of your next favorite read.
Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just looking for a great community event, the San Antonio Book Festival has something for everyone.
📍Plan Your Visit
The festival spans two iconic downtown venues: the San Antonio Central Library and the UTSA Southwest Campus. Both are easily accessible and close to public parking, restaurants, and other downtown attractions.
Admission is free and open to the public, but seating for popular author sessions is first-come, first-served — so arrive early for the best experience!
📖 Sources & Further Info
• Official San Antonio Book Festival Website
