Ultimate guide to Tucson Festival of Books 2024: How to see your favorite authors
Book lovers and avid readers will be pouring into Tucson this weekend to attend the annual Tucson Book Festival. The event allows readers to hear directly from their favorite authors, spend time looking for their next great read and enjoy the Southern Arizona weather.
The two-day event is the third-largest book festival in the country and has been ongoing since 2009. The festival is free to the public and is held at the University of Arizona's campus in midtown Tucson.
Before you head out to enjoy what the festival has to offer, here's what to know about this year's Tucson Festival of Books.
Where is the Tucson Book Festival in 2024?
The Tucson Festival of Books will be held on the University of Arizona campus at 1200 E University Blvd. on March 9 and 10, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival is spread throughout the campus.
What is the schedule for the Tucson Festival of Books?
There are many events, talks and workshops at the Tucson Festival of Books. Those looking to plan ahead for their trip should refer to the list of presenting authors and more on the festival's website.
How much does it cost to go to the Tucson Festival of Books?
Due to donations made by local sponsors, events at the Tucson Festival of Books are free to the public. However, attendees must get tickets in advance for a few popular events.
Where do you park for the Tucson Book Festival?
For festival goers driving in, a few options are available on where to park. The Tucson Festival of Books website notes free parking on the UA campus in most surface lots along with the Park Avenue and Highland garages.
Other paid parking options can be found on the festival's parking map.
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Tucson Festival of Books 2024: Ultimate guide to your favorite authors
