Jacksonville Urban Book Festival
Schedule
Sat Jan 24 2026 at 10:00 am to 06:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
James Weldon Johnson Park | Jacksonville, FL
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What an incredible year for JAX Urban Book Festival! Thank you to our sponsors, authors, volunteers, and every book lover who made it possible. We're thrilled to partner with Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park and the City of Jacksonville to bring you an unforgettable celebration of Black literature, authors, and storytelling. In a state facing unprecedented book bans, this partnership represents our commitment to literary freedom, cultural celebration, and community connection.
This park has always been a gathering place where commerce and community come together—just as Isaiah Hart envisioned over 160 years ago. Now, we continue that legacy by filling it with stories, imagination, and the voices of incredible authors from across the country!
� WHAT TO EXPECT:
� Meet your favorite authors & discover new ones
� Author panels, workshops & meet-and-greets
� Learn how to take YOUR idea and turn it into a book
� A one-stop shop for the book enthusiast's mind, body & soul
From Hart's original vision to James Weldon Johnson's legacy to today's vibrant literary community—this is where stories come alive.
Book lovers have big hearts and even bigger dreams. Join us where it all began. �
Registration now open at jaxurbanbookfest.com
� [email protected] | � 904-708-8945
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� Who's excited for January 24th?! � #YearInReview #ThankYou #lookingahead
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Where is it happening?
James Weldon Johnson Park, 135 W. Monroe St.,Jacksonville, Florida, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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