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Discover the 2026 Buckeye Book Fair, a joyful Midwest celebration with 100+ authors and illustrators.
Step into a day that feels a little like the best parts of your childhood book fairs, a little like your favorite indie bookstore, and a lot like the creative energy Ohio is known for. The 2026 Buckeye Book Fair brings together more than 100 authors and illustrators for a celebration of stories, art, and community that readers of every generation can enjoy.
Whether you grew up circling titles in a paper catalog, discovering new worlds on your e‑reader, or sharing book recs in group chats, you’ll find something here that feels just right. Meet the creators behind the books you love, discover new voices, and spend a day surrounded by people who get why stories matter.
Buckeye Book Fair is Ohio’s Fair — 39 years of connecting authors with readers. Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Greystone Event Center in Wooster.
Our digital catalog drops October 1, and if you love the feel of a printed catalog (we do too), you can sign up at BuckeyeBookFair.org to have one mailed ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
For nearly 40 years, the Buckeye Book Fair has remained free for everyone, thanks to the generous suggested donations made at the door. Your support keeps this tradition alive, helping us welcome readers of all ages, host creators from across the Midwest, and ensure that the joy of books stays accessible to every family and community.
INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES
- Nov 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:00pm (Sat)
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✨ Throughout the Buckeye Book Fair, you can enjoy presentations from authors and illustrators who bring their stories to life. From lively talks to behind‑the‑scenes insights, these sessions offer something for every reader. Drop in, listen, learn, and discover new voices all day long. It’s one more way the Book Fair makes the experience fun, welcoming, and unforgettable.
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The Buckeye Book Fair, a pioneering literary institution that kick-started Ohio’s love affair with literature, is gearing up for its 39th annual celebration. Founded in the 1980s, the Buckeye Book Fair has not only celebrated Ohio’s rich literary heritage but has set a benchmark for book fairs across the state and, quite possibly, the nation.
Set to take place on Saturday, November 7th, 2026 at the Greystone Event Center, 50 Riffel Road, Wooster, Ohio, this event has become a beloved tradition that extends far beyond books.
The Buckeye Book Fair is not just a state treasure; it has become a national literary phenomenon. It has drawn New York Times Bestselling illustrators like Richard Cowdrey and award-winning authors like Dandi Daley Mackall, making it the undisputed family reunion of the literature community.
From fiction to non-fiction, children’s books to young adult novels, the Buckeye Book Fair offers something for readers of all ages and interests. It serves as a platform for both established authors and emerging talents, embodying the spirit of Ohio’s vibrant literary community.
LOCATION
50 Riffel Road, OH
