South Texas Book Festival is a weeklong event held from October 20–31, 2025. View our lineup of events online at Schedules.

South Texas Book Festival's Main Festival Day and the Trick-or-Treat Trail take place at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St. in McAllen, TX). For individual events part of our "STBF Presents" lineup of events, visit our webpage at Schedules.

South Texas Book Festival events are FREE and open to the public!

Thank you for your interest in participating in the South Texas Book Festival (STBF)! Our Call for Authors opens every year in April. To apply, please visit our Call for Authors page and follow the instructions provided.

Please note that due to the high number of submissions we receive and limited space available, participation is not guaranteed. We look forward to reviewing your submissions and celebrating the diverse voices of authors at STBF!

Stay connected with the festival by signing up for our MPL Connect enewsletter at https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/newsletter/. Receive monthly updates and access past issues. You can also follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram for the latest festival news and updates.

McAllen Public Library is committed to ensuring accessibility for all guests. For further details, please visit our Accessibility page.

Looking to snag a copy of your favorite author's book? The Storybook Garden, the Exclusive Bookseller for STBF, will be at the Book Sales & Book Signing area throughout the event. You'll be able to purchase your books and have them personalized by your favorite Festival author! Find details on our website at Book Sales.

Wanting to purchase your books prior to the event? Find details about their bookshop online at http://www.thestorybookgarden.com/.

Free parking is available on the South Parking Lot of the Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen), near Nolana Avenue and 23rd Street.

A delicious selection of food and beverages will be available from a lineup of on-site vendors throughout the South Texas Book Festival. Enjoy a tasty treat while you browse the market booths, listen to author talks, or visit our Family Fun Zone. 

Plus, a portion of proceeds from participating food vendors goes back to supporting the South Texas Book Festival! To view the vendor lineup, click here: Food & Market Vendors.

We have a designated lost and found area where items found during the festival are kept. If you've lost something, please visit the blue Welcome Desk in the Library Lobby to inquire about your lost item.

Personal cameras and devices are permitted; we encourage you to take photos to commemorate your experience.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the 2025 South Texas Book Festival. At this time, we are not accepting volunteer applications.

Please check back later for updates on future opportunities to get involved. We appreciate your enthusiasm and support!