The St. Pete Reads! Literacy Festival, presented by the Cultured Books Literacy Foundation, is dedicated to entertaining, engaging, and educating children through literature. This festival also highlights literacy programs and resources available for youth and families in South St. Pete.

📍 Woodson African American Museum of Florida, Legacy Gardens
🗓 Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 11 AM – 4 PM

The St. Pete Reads! Lit Fest was born out of community voice.
Back in 2021, during the St. Pete Reads Study, youth and families shared that they wanted to learn more about literacy programs. Lit Fest is the response, a place for families to meet, connect, and sign up for opportunities that bring books and culture to life!

We’re seeking:
✍🏾 Authors & Illustrators
📚 Literacy & Reading Programs
🎭 Literary Arts Groups
🎉 Community Programs celebrating books & culture.