SD Festival of Books

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the 23rd annual South Dakota Festival of Books, September 26-28, 2025, in the new host community of Spearfish!

The state’s premier literary event, the Festival celebrates literature in South Dakota and beyond by connecting the very best regional and national writers with our state’s readers for conversations, presentations, panel discussions, book signings, and special events.

Through workshops and craft talks offered by established authors and publishing professionals, it provides unique support for aspiring writers to craft and share their stories.

Thank You!!

In case you missed your chance to purchase 2024 Festival of Books commemorative merchandise at the Festival, check out our SDHC Gift Shop at

https://sdhumanities.org/south-dakota-stories/

2024 Schedule

2024 Presenters

2024 Exhibitors

Thank you for being the driving force behind our vision of a brighter future.

Our 2024 Festival of Books exceeded our expectations, all thanks to your unwavering support. This year, we saw an incredible turnout, with over 5,000 enthusiastic session attendees enjoying events in Brookings, SD. The smiles and energy in the air were a testament to the impact your donations and volunteer efforts made! But this is just another remarkable chapter in our journey.

Imagine the transformation we can bring to our community with your continued support for 2025. Together, we can ignite the imaginations of countless Young Readers and continue to celebrate the joy of literature for all ages through the Festival of Books. The possibilities are endless, but we need your help to make them a reality.

Your contributions matter more than ever to create brighter futures across South Dakota. We need funding to ensure that every third grader receives a book in 2025, along with supporting class materials and author visits! Help us ignite children’s love for reading and open doors to endless possibilities. Please click this link to donate or participate as a 2025 Festival of Books volunteer by contacting us.

Our mission depends on the generosity of people like you!

Join Us in Supporting our Youth!

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2024 Festival of Books Brought to You by:

2024 Festival Platinum

$50,000+
2024 Festival Producer

$20,000+
2024 Festival Presenter

$15,000+
2024 Festival Partners

$10,000+
2024 Tribute Sponsors

$7,500+
2024 Tribute Sponsors

$5,000+
2024 Festival Donors

$1,000+
- Brookings Radio
- Brookings Register
- Tom and Mary Beth Fishback
- Craig & Della Tschetter
- South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, SDSU
- South Dakota Art Museum, SDSU

2024 EVENT SCHEDULE

Click a schedule image below to view the full-size, downloadable schedule.

Event details are subject to change. Refer to this website regularly for schedule updates, or stop by the SDHC Information Booth during Festival hours to view the Festival Updates Bulletin.