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October 20 – 31, 2025 | Main Library

McAllen Public Library is proud to announce the return of the South Texas Book Festival (STBF), taking place October 20-31, 2025, at Main Library. This annual event celebrates literature, storytelling, and culture with a full week of author sessions, family activities, and engaging programs for readers of all ages. The festival will feature nationally recognized and local authors, bilingual storytimes, author talks, panel discussions, and book signings.

On Saturday, October 25 from 11AM-5PM, the Main Festival Day will offer an exciting lineup of authors, book giveaways for youth, food trucks, performances, and activities for the whole family.

This year's theme is "Celebrate our Roots & Stories." STBF is free and open to the public and is made possible through the support of our generous community partners.
       

View our 2024 STBF Recap!

       

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Author Lineup
 Explore the 2025 Author Lineup and discover the voices bringing this year’s South Texas Book Festival to life.
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STBF Schedules
Browse the 2025 lineup of events, including author panels, storytimes, book signings, special guests, activities, and more!
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Accessibility at #STBF
 Accessibility is a core value at McAllen Public Library, and we’re committed to making sure every guest feels welcome, included, and able to participate fully in all of our events.
       

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Exclusive Bookseller
The Storybook Garden will be returning as our #STBF Exclusive Bookseller!
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Youth Bookmark Contest
The Youth Bookmark Design Contest will be open from Jul. 24 - Oct. 3. This year's theme is "Celebrate Our Roots & Stories."
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Reading List
Discover featured titles from this year's lineup, perfect for readers of all ages.
       

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