Every November, the Portland Book Festival brings thousands of readers together to hear from more than 100 writers publishing across all genres in an intergenerational celebration of books and stories.



This year’s #PDXBookFest will take place online: November 5—21, 2020.

The digital festival will feature author events for all ages, pop-up readings, and writing classes.

The full schedule of 2020 virtual Portland Book Festival events will be released in October. Subscribe to our monthly e-news and continue to check online for the latest news.

“Portland’s best-loved book festival is back—big, busy, and brimming with writers.” Portland Monthly

The 2020 Festival is free to attend, no passes are required. If you’d like to support the work we do and see Portland Book Festival thrive for years to come, please consider making a tax-deductible gift directly through our website.

2020 Authors & Presenters See the full lineup of authors & presenters at this year’s festival. Learn More

FAQ All you need to know about the Portland Book Festival, including how to attend events and more. Read More