Concord and Lowell, Massachusetts
Two weeks of talks, readings, and discussion celebrating the written and the spoken word.
Roy Blount Jr.
Carole Boston Weatherford
James Wood
Jennifer Haigh
How You Can Participate
- Attend: Most events are free. All events are open to the public. Events that require a ticket are so indicated and include information about how and where to obtain tickets.
- Donate: The festival is produced by a non-profit foundation and depends greatly on individual support. Tax deductible donations in any amount are encouraged and can be made online.
- Sponsor: Corporate sponsorship is welcomed and is available. For information please .
Welcome to the Concord Festival of Authors
The 16th annual Concord Festival of Authors opens on Wednesday, October 15th, and runs through Sunday, November 2nd. The festival features over 40 participating authors with programs nearly every day or evening. Special events include “A Bear Family Party,” “Bloody Marys with Dracula,” and “Chef Fest: A Food Tasting and Book Signing” at Verrill Farm.
We continue to add authors and events to the schedule, so please check back for the latest update.
Latest News
We’re pleased to announce that Roy Blount Jr. will give this year’s opening night/keynote address. The popular humorist and regular panelist on NPR’s “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me” will talk about his new book Alphabet Juice, a celebration of words, their roots and their meanings.