YO! Book Fest

The inaugural Young People's Book Festival ("YO! Book Fest"), an exciting new event celebrating books, readers and creativity, will be held at Black Rock Middle School, 1860 Montgomery Avenue in Villanova, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The event is being presented by Black Rock Middle School and sponsored by Children's Book World. The free event will feature:

• Appearances by more than 45 beloved children's, middle grade, and young adult authors and illustrators
• Interactive sessions with the authors and illustrators
• Writing and drawing workshops
• A festive book-character parade
• Cozy story times
• Book signings, swag and exclusive festival merchandise

From toddlers to teens to grown-up book lovers, YO! Book Fest promises something for everyone. Register for your free event tickets here. The full lineup of festival attendees is posted on the event website.