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The Happy Black Parent 5th Annual Children's Book Festival

Come celebrate book and fun!

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We had a blast at the 2026 Festival! Join us in 2027!

 Join us Saturday, July 25, 2026 for family reading fun! Meet local children's book authors, listen to stories, play, enjoy festival food, participate in giveaways and so much more! For the fifth year, The Happy Black Parent is bringing literacy and community together for a day filled with learning. You don't want to miss it! 

Make sure to support the 2026 authors!

 

  •  Alicia McKenzie
  • Robin Barnes
  • Moniquea Willingham
  • Jameson Mason
  • Shatava Ballard
  • Marquita  Thomas-Turner
  • Natalie Jameson
  • Storm Smith
  • Ta'Jah Johnson
  • Bianca Frank
  • Jezreel  Amica
  • Sabrina Wise
  • Jamika  Banks
  • Carmen Bilal
  • Amy Salter
  • Brenda Williams
  • Shayla Swan
  • Shymara Medina
  •  Bianca Wimberly 
  • Kerrishia Key
  • Christian Jacobs
  • Christina Ross 
  •  Sean George 
  • Tiffany Hicks
  • Bernise Thelusma
  • Kiyoko Hairston


Support the festival!

Be a Festival Supporter! Purchase a supporter ticket and receive a $10 credit at The Happy Black Parent used book sale at the event and a free lemonade! Your support keeps our festival free and fun for years to come! 

$12

What are the sponsorship options?

Sponsoring The Happy Black Parent Children's Book Festival is a great way to encourage literacy and promote your brand! Please click here for the 2026/2027 sponsorship options.

Do you accept volunteers?

Of course we do! And we'd love to have you! Just click here to ask about volunteer opportunities.

I am a children's book author or vendor. How do I get involved in the 2027 festival?

Thank you so much for your interest! Applications for the 2027 festival will be available on this website starting December 2026 or January 2027. Don't delay because spaces fill up quickly!


 We offer a limited number of spots for authors and other vendors to connect with book loving families! Benefits of participation in this 6th annual festival include 'day of' vending, pre-festival social media promotion, and a live website link on the event page for over 6 months. All this for only $50 ($75 for food vendors). Approved applicants will be required to provide their own 10x10 tent and weights and agree to the festival's code of conduct.  The first step in the application process is to complete the following link. Thank you and we look forward to an amazing event! Use the form to get started.

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