Portland Book Festival returns to Portland Art Museum and neighboring venues on Saturday, November 4, 2023, with a preview Friday Night Book Market on Friday, November 3. 

This all-ages celebration of books and community features author discussions, pop-up reading, writing workshops for youth and adults, kids’ story time, an extensive book fair, local food trucks, and more.

All day Festival passes for adults are just $15 and include most events and a $5 voucher to use at the book fair. Youth passes for ages 17 and under (or those with a valid high school ID) are free.

Premium events featuring Viet Thanh Nguyen and Michael Lewis may be added on to any Festival pass. The Friday Night Book Market requires a ticket and an all day Festival pass.

Get your General Admission Festival Pass today!

Or, get the full, all-inclusive festival experience. An UMBRELLA PASS includes:

• Festival General Admission Wristband
• Friday Night Book Market Entry
• A Premium Reserved Ticket including a book for Viet Thanh Nguyen
• A Premium Reserved Ticket including a book for Michael Lewis
• A $5 Book Market Voucher
• Literary Arts Tote Bag

Questions regarding Portland Book Festival can be directed to Literary Arts: la@literary-arts.org

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