Tucson Festival of Books general information

Festival Staff / February 17, 2012

The Tucson Festival of Books brings together authors, publishers and the reading public in a family-friendly community event. Net proceeds of the Festival are used to promote literacy in Southern Arizona.

2012 dates & location

The 2012 Tucson Festival of Books will be held:

• Saturday, March 10, 2012, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  
• Sunday, March 11, 2012, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  
• The University of Arizona Campus, Main Mall (map)
  

2012 Tickets & admission

General attendance is free!

We suggest arriving at least 10 minutes early to each venue to ensure seats are available. Seating in each venue is on a first-come, first-served basis.

2012 parking

Parking on the U of A campus is free on the dates of the Festival. All garages and surface lots are free except the Second Street Garage, which is reserved for authors and moderators.

'Get your program!'

The Festival's program will be a special section inserted into the Arizona Daily Star on Sunday, March 4. Additional copies will also be available at Information booths at the Festival. The guide includes a map, event and author listings, exhibitor and sponsor information, and other news to help you plan a fun and successful weekend.

Main attractions

Preview the Festival's Presenting Authors, the Schedule of Events and the Exhibitors.

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Friends of the Festival

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