Parent Child Happy Hour: Kids’ Book Fest — A Celebration of Stories & Local Authors!
Schedule
Sun Nov 16 2025 at 10:30 am to 02:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53704 | Madison, WI
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🗓 Sunday, November 16th 🕥 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Garver Feed Mill & Garver Canvas
🎟 $10 per child • Adults attend free
✨ Half of all ticket sales benefit Madison Reading Project, helping put more books in the hands of local kids!
Discover new stories, meet local authors, and spend a cozy Sunday surrounded by creativity, connection, and community! The PCHH Kids’ Book Fest brings together Madison-area authors and illustrators across picture books, middle grade, and young adult fiction — creating an experience that celebrates storytelling for every age and stage.
Whether your child loves picture books, silly stories, or is deep into their first fantasy series, this event offers something for every kind of reader (and the adults who love them).
✨ Highlights:
📖 Author Storytime in Garver Canvas Gallery
Hear stories come to life! Enjoy live readings and Q&A sessions with local authors — a perfect chance for kids (and grown-ups) to connect with the voices behind the books they love.
🎨 Interactive Author Stations
Each participating author will host a hands-on craft, activity, or game inspired by their work. Collect Author Signatures in your PCHH Book Fest Autograph Book as you explore, and earn a small prize when your adventure is complete!
🎭 Special Guests from Children’s Theater of Madison
Meet beloved storybook characters from CTM’s Winnie the Pooh, brought to life by talented young actors! Say hello, take a photo, read with a character and stop by CTM’s info table to learn about upcoming events and youth programs
🍳 Brunch, Beverages + Goodies!
Parents, we’ve got you covered — Starbound Catering will be serving up brunch favorites, and Garver Lounge will offer craft drinks and hot cocoa. Relax, sip, and enjoy while your readers explore. Don’t forget to grab a special treat from Frios Gourmet Pops for dessert!
🎤Featured Author Lineup, Storytime Schedule and More coming soon!
💫 A Family-Friendly Sunday for All Ages
You don’t have to skip your weekend brunch — just bring the whole crew! From toddlers to teens, this event celebrates reading, creativity, and the local authors who inspire it all.
🎟️ Tickets Here:
https://pchh-kids-book-fest-local-authors.tripleseattickets.com/
📋 More Details:
Maximum of three children per adult. Children 4 & under require an adult within speaking distance at all times. Seating in the atrium will be provided for adults who prefer to be close by and still enjoy their food and drink.
🚦 Rules:
1. Liability waiver required to participate. Review and sign here: https://forms.gle/ojS4P7nFMCtKfmV8A
2. Doors are strictly at 10:30AM, please do not arrive early but feel free to arrive at any time during the event.
3. Children 4 and under must have an adult within speaking distance at all times.
4. All Parents and guardians must remain in the event space while their child is participating in PCHH.
5. Rude, disrespectful, or aggressive behavior will receive 1 warning. A second infraction and the child will be escorted to find their adult and to leave the space. No refund will be given.
6. No running/playing on the mezzanine (second-story area). All children must have an adult within speaking distance on the mezzanine.
7. Carry-in toys are limited to riding toys and push toys. No balls, projectile toys, weapon-based toys, roller skates/roller blades, or pedal riding toys.
8. All alcohol must be purchased from Garver Lounge.
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3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53704Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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