About the Hudson Childrens’ Book Festival
The Hudson Children’s Book Festival, established in 2009, is held each year in the historic city of Hudson, NY, and strives to create, nurture, and sustain a culture of literacy in partnership with our community and schools. This free, public event fosters a love of reading as families meet and greet world-class creators of books for children of all ages.
Our 15th Annual Hudson Children’s Book Festival set for May 2nd 2026 – 10:00am-3:00pm – at Columbia-Greene Community College!
Look Who’s Attending in 2026!
Go to the Authors and Illustrators page to learn more about them!
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2026 Poster!
Our 2026 poster is now available — click to view/download.
Support the Festival!
You can donate to the festival from our Donate Button! Thank you for your support!
Fun Facts
Did You Know?
The Hudson Children’s Book Festival is one of the biggest book festivals in New York State!
Listen to our Festival Song!
Junior High School music teacher, Marylou Knull and a group of talented Jr/Sr High students wrote the lyrics and music for the official Hudson Children’s Book Festival song, Inside a Book, and recorded it at Henry Hirsch’s Waterfront Recording Studio! Click the link to listen!
The Museum team had a blast at this year's Hudson Children's Book Festival! We loved visiting with everyone and giving out fun goodies inspired by the ever-popular Curious George 🐵
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On behalf of the board of the HCBF, we want to thank all of our authors and illustrators who participated in the 15th annual event yesterday!
Thank you to ALL of our volunteers who help the day run smoothly!
Thank you to the staff at Columbia-Greene Community College for hosting our event and making the day so incredibly easy for all who attend.
Thank you to all of our community organizations who join us to inform our children and families of the valuable services they provide!
Thank you to our food vendors, This & That Food Truck, Aloha Tacos, & Lemonheads for keeping the bellies full!
Thank you to Pulcher Transportation for providing a ride for anyone who needed one to the festival!
Thank you to ALL of our sponsors who make this day possible! We are forever grateful for the support you provide to bring the love of literacy to the children and families in our community!
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We are so excited to see you tomorrow at the 15th annual Hudson Children's Book Festival! This great event is made possible by our generous sponsors like you. Use the link in our bio to donate to help us continue to promote literacy in our local community!
The Hudson Children’s Book Festival, Inc., established in 2009 in the historic City of Hudson, NY, strives to create, nurture and sustain a culture of literacy in partnership with our community and schools in Hudson and the surrounding areas. The mission is to foster a love of reading by connecting children with world-class authors and illustrators at the annual free festival and special school and community events. Hudson Children’s Book Festival is a 501(c)3 charity. ... See MoreSee Less
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We can't wait to see Alan Katz TOMORROW at the Hudson Children's Book Festival!!! Here are some fun facts about him:
1. I’ve never eaten a pickle or had a cup of tea.
2. I’ve had a ventriloquist dummy named Jerry since I was four. He’s the best!
3. I just might be the biggest New York Mets fan ever.
Chat and learn more about his books at the festival!
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We can't wait to see Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich at the 2026 Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about this fantastic author:
1. I love to make toys.
2. I once spent the day on Sesame Street.
3. My hoop earring got stuck to my sleeve when I met First Lady Michelle Obama.
See you on Saturday!
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We can't wait to see Dan Poblocki on Saturday! Here are some fun facts about this awesome author:
1. I have a phobia of sharks.
2. Growing up, I lived in a haunted house.
See you at the festival!
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We are ecstatic that Beth Ferry is attending the 2026 Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about this superb author:
1. I have two bulldogs – an English and a Frenchie.
2. I collect sea glass.
3. I only grow pumpkins in my garden.
See you on Saturday!
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