OC Children’s Book Festival Returns Oct. 1

OCC Marketing & Public Relations
Aug 24, 2023
  • News Release

Orange County's Children Book Festival logoThe 20th annual Orange County Children's Book Festival returns to Orange Coast College this fall. Join us for this community event on Sunday, October 1, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the OCC Quad. Families and their little ones are invited to gather at OCC to celebrate the love of books and the joy of reading.

This fun-filled day will feature numerous activities such as storytelling, conversations with authors, book signings, face painting, train rides, bounce house, and a surprise appearance of special guests from a faraway galaxy...

Our 2023 Special Guest Authors include actor and comedian Jesús Trejo, author of Papá's Magical Water-Jug Clock; actress Leslie Stratton, author of Let's Share, Panda Bear; and former LA Clipper Craig Smith, author of Craig and His Magical Basketball.

For a schedule of happenings on the Entertainment Stage, Storyteller Stage, Illustration & Inspiration Stage, World Stories & Adventure Stage, and Animal & Nature Stage sponsored by San Diego Wildlife Alliance, visit the program event page at kidsbookfestival.com. Admission and parking is free.