Is the festival free?
YES!—free admission, family friendly, and open to the public.

When is it?
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Where is it?
Scottsdale Civic Center - Outdoors

7380 E. 2nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ.

Getting Here & Parking:

• Public garages (Free) and surface lots (Free) are available in downtown Scottsdale, follow city signage.
• Rideshare/drop-off: use 7380 E. 2nd Street and follow event signs.
• Wayfinding staff and signs will guide you to entrances, stages, and the Marketplace.

Accessibility:

• Wide, paved walkways and accessible restrooms on campus.
• Accessible parking and drop-off areas near the venue.
• Need an accommodation? Contact us in advance on the Contact page.
• Service animals are welcome (ADA).

Food & Drinks:

• Local food vendors will be on site all day.
• Outside food and sealed water are welcome; please pack out what you bring.

What to bring:

• Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hats.
• A day bag for books and goodies.
• Payment options, most exhibitors accept cards; a little cash can be handy.

Pets & Personal Wheels:

• Pets: For everyone’s comfort and safety, no pets, please. Service animals are welcome (ADA).
• Personal wheels: For safety, no motorized or ride-on devices (e-bikes, e-scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, roller skates/blades) inside festival grounds. ADA mobility devices are welcome.

Allowed & Not Allowed:

• Allowed: Day bags, compact blankets, strollers, ADA service animals.
• Not allowed: Weapons, drones, illegal substances, alcohol, and disruptive noise devices.

Families & Kids:

• Kid-friendly activities and on-stage moments throughout the day.
• Strollers are welcome, please keep walkways clear.

Restrooms & Amenities:

• Permanent restrooms on campus; additional festival facilities as needed.
• Information Booth: maps, lost & found, basic first aid assistance.

Weather & Safety:

• Outdoor event; rain or shine. Check News for any updates.
• On-site staff and security will be present throughout the day.

Photos & Media:

• Personal photos are welcome.
• No drones.
• Media/Press inquiries: reach out via Contact.

For Exhibitors (authors/vendors)

• Apply: authors • vendors • food-vendors • sponsors
• Booth boundaries: All displays, signage, merchandise, and staff must remain within your assigned booth; no soliciting in aisles or common areas.

Who organizes the Scottsdale Book Festival?

The Scottsdale Book Festival is produced by Scottsdale Book Festival LLC, a cultural presenter with more than a decade of experience creating community events in collaboration with Scottsdale Arts. Our team is dedicated to supporting literacy, arts, and community engagement through large-scale public festivals.

Still have a question?

See Plan Your Visit, check News, or contact us via the Contact page.