Children’s Festival of Reading – 20th Anniversary Celebration!

Get ready, families—because the 20th Children’s Festival of Reading is coming your way on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at World’s Fair Park, and this year’s celebration is shaping up to be the most magical one yet!

Imagine a whole day designed for curious kids, busy parents, and tiny new readers who are just discovering the joy of stories. At this milestone festival, you and your little ones can meet world‑famous authors, watch brilliant illustrators bring characters to life, and enjoy live music, storytelling, and hands‑on fun that’ll keep even the wiggle-iest kids captivated. And trust us… there will be so. many. surprises.

Children’s Festival of Reading - Knox county Public Library, presented by Comcast - May 16, 20206

Keep an eye out—the full lineup of performers and storytellers will be revealed soon, and you won’t want to miss it!

And here’s something extra special:
The festival was recently honored with the 2026 Kaleidoscope Award from the Southeastern Festivals and Events Association, recognizing it as the best children’s event of the year. 🎉 Pretty amazing, right?

So grab your calendars, gather your little readers, pack a snack (or three), and get ready for a joyful day celebrating books, imagination, and all the wonder that comes with being a kid.

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Note: Piccolo Tales will be there with surprises for children and parents, make sure to visit our booth!