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Kentucky Book Festival

Saturday, November 7 · 10 a.m.-5 p.m. · Joseph-Beth Booksellers Lexington

10 a.m.-5 p.m.
When
  • Saturday, November 7 · 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where
Joseph-Beth Booksellers Lexington161 Lexington Green Circle · Lexington, KY · 40517
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Free

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About this event

Please join us for the 2026 Kentucky Book Festival!

A program of Kentucky Humanities, the Kentucky Book Festival is a celebration of reading, writing, and publishing that takes place each fall. The 2026 festival will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Lexington Green.

Festival events are designed to connect book lovers and authors, spark conversation, and empower readers by providing access to new books and opportunities to learn more about writing in a fun, supportive environment. It’s the biggest bookish celebration in Kentucky! Discover new books, explore the world of writing and publishing, make memories with family and friends, and celebrate the joy of reading.

From Joseph-Beth Booksellers

Listed by TicketLeap: United States, CitySpark: Lexington, KY, Greg Howard (Squarespace) and Meg Shaffer (Squarespace), gathered by the Nicholasville events calendar.