New Hampshire Book Festival
About this event
The New Hampshire Book Festival is a cultural festival in Concord, New Hampshire, at Downtown Concord. The 2026 event takes place Oct 2–3, 2026. A free two-day literary festival in New Hampshire's capital, bringing more than 40 nationally recognized authors to downtown Concord for live presentations, panel discussions, book signings, and community conversation celebrating literacy in the Granite State.
Annual, first weekend in October
Location & directions
Downtown Concord, Concord, NH 03301
Frequently asked questions
When is New Hampshire Book Festival 2026?
New Hampshire Book Festival takes place Oct 2–3, 2026 in Concord, New Hampshire. Annual, first weekend in October
Where is New Hampshire Book Festival held?
New Hampshire Book Festival is held in Concord, New Hampshire, at Downtown Concord, Concord, NH 03301.
What is New Hampshire Book Festival?
A free two-day literary festival in New Hampshire's capital, bringing more than 40 nationally recognized authors to downtown Concord for live presentations, panel discussions, book signings, and community conversation celebrating literacy in the Granite State.
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