This post is sponsored by the DSM Book Festival.
What better time is there to attend a book festival than during National Reading Month?
The 2022 DSM Book Festival will take place at Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Des Moines on Saturday, March 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Some kids are natural bookworms, while others might need a little more encouragement to read. No matter which way your child leans, make reading something to celebrate at the DSM Book Festival! The DSM Book Festival presented by the Greater Des Moines Partnership includes author talks, interactive storytimes, kid’s activities and much more to spark a love of reading.
Here’s your guide to the 2022 DSM Book Festival:
Designed to be a dynamic and fun experience for the whole family, the DSM Book Festival is a FREE event that includes a diverse selection of authors and presenters set to interact with kids, teens, and adults throughout the day. With such a wide array of programming, there will be something for every family member in attendance across all reading levels, backgrounds and reading interests.
Know Before You Go
- Date & Time: Saturday, March 26 at 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Downtown Des Moines
- Admission: Festival events are FREE and open to the public. VIP Tickets are also available for purchase. All VIP events will require paid admission and registration.
- Parking: FREE and metered street parking and paid garage parking is available. There will be some walking involved. You may want to pack a stroller if you have young kids.
- Food: A variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase from vendors.
Family Friendly Activities to Check Out at the DSM Book Festival
Listen to Authors
Famous local authors, as well as internationally-acclaimed writers will be at the Festival. Attend and hear about their inspirations for their well-loved and well-read books. Author talks kick off at 10 a.m. with the last one scheduled at 5 p.m. Look for top literary names like Imbolo Mbue, Dawnie Walton, Stephanie Land and Angeline Boulley.
Attend Workshops and Participate in Fun Activities
Love to write? Attend a Writers’ Workshop and hear about the writing journey from successful, published writers and local publishers. Or, get your creative juices flowing with a Hands-On Workshop learning to watercolor, make a pie and more.
Interactive Kids’ Storytimes
Be sure to visit the Festival’s Just for Kids Room sponsored by Principal for fun activities, crafts and storytimes throughout the day. Extra special activities are offered at designated times like “The Story of Braille” at 2 p.m. and “Salamander Storytime with Ruby the Red Reading Panda” at 3:30 p.m. With more children’s activities being announced over the next few weeks!
For more information about the DSM Book Festival, please visit their website or follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
