Countdown to the 2025 NH Book Festival
Five Days and Counting!
It’s the final stretch–only five days until the second annual NH Book Festival. Here’s a punch list for you to follow, so you don’t miss any of the events.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Buy your tickets to the keynote events.
Friday, October 3 at 7:00 PM: Mystery master Walter Mosley will be in conversation with bestselling thriller author Hank Phillippi Ryan, sharing stories from his life’s work and his brand-new novel Gray Dawn. Use promo code MOSLEY15 to save $15 on your ticket! (And don’t miss his recent Today Show interview.)
Saturday, October 4 at 6:00 PM: Beloved children’s author Tui Sutherland brings a FanNite to the Chubb Theatre. Tickets are moving fast—grab yours now!
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Make your Festival plans.
Call your friends and set a time to meet at 9:30 AM on Saturday, October 4, so you don’t miss a single panel or conversation. Share the Festival schedule.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1
Explore Concord.
There’s plenty to do in and around Concord. Why not plan breakfast before the Festival or drinks after the panels? Check out this dining guide curated by our friends at the Capitol Center for the Arts.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2
Pick up Festival merch at Gibson’s Bookstore.
From colorful canvas totes and tumblers to hardbound journals and even a koozie for your favorite drink, there’s something for everyone. Plus, you can stock up on books from all the featured authors ahead of time!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3
✅ Do a final check.
Walter Mosley tickets? ✔
Tui Sutherland tickets? ✔
Schedule reviewed? ✔
Still have questions? Find answers in our FAQs.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4
Head to Concord—Festival day is here!
There’s plenty of parking downtown, both on the street and in garages. Find parking info here.
The fun begins at 9:00 AM with a “dress as your favorite book character” parade, open to kids and kids at heart. Meet at the corner of Fayette and Main Street, right in front of Constantly Pizza.
After that? The day is yours to explore:
Author panels and conversations
Poetry salon
KidLit tent and children’s activities
Food vendors, book vendors, and plenty of signings
Books, books, and more books—all waiting for you!
See you in Concord for a weekend filled with stories, community, and celebration.
