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!
We are so happy that Deborah Freedman is attending the 2026 Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about this fabulous author/illustrator:
1. My first, favorite books were by my aunt, Mary Ann Hoberman.
2. We have books in every room of our house.
3. If you are in CT and see a license plate that says “KIDLIT”— that’s me!
See you on May 2!
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If you need a ride next Saturday, thanks to Pulcher Trasportation, we’ve got you covered!
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We are elated to share that Susan Hood is joining us at the 15th annual Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about her:
1. I’ve sailed from Tortola to Bermuda to Connecticut on a 38′ boat. Three days out we lost our engine, navigation equipment, and lights!
2. My great-great-grandfather was a lighthouse keeper.
3. As a writer, I’ve gotten to meet some of my heroes–Ruby Bridges, Jane Goodall, and Arnold Lobel!
See you on May 2!
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We are so happy to share that Laura Gehl is attending the 2026 Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about this fantastic author:
1. My current favorite flavor of ice cream is Oreo Cheesecake (this changes frequently).
2. My family fosters cats and kittens. We have fostered nine cats so far.
3. The animal I am best at imitating is a lion; I am great at roaring!
See you on May 2!
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We can't wait to see Megan Litwin at the Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about her:
1. I grew up in upstate NY with a dog, bunnies, goats, and chickens.
2. Once upon a time, I was terribly afraid of bugs – but now I write about them!
3. Fall is my favorite time of year.
See you on May 2!
Find the full list of authors on our website using the link in our bio.
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We can't wait to see Lori Miller Kase at the 15th annual Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about this phenomenal author:
1. I once had an article on the front page of The New York Times
2. My first publication was a poem called “I Saw a Whale,” featured in my elementary school newsletter when I was eight.
3. I had a brief stint as a keyboardist in a band called Suburbia
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We can't wait to see Peter Lerangis on May 2 at the Hudson Children's Book Festival! Here are some fun facts about this fantastic author:
1. My left pinkie has camptodactyly, which means it can’t straighten, and I have worked it into the plot of a book.
2. I sang and acted in a Broadway show.
3. The letters of my full name can be rearranged into Sergeant Peril.
See you at the festival!
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Be sure to stop by Olana after the Hudson Children’s Book Festival! The free bus will stop there too!Here’s a preview of what to expect at Frederic Church’s 200th birthday celebration on May 2:
In partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension, Hawthorne Valley, The Sylvia Center, and 4-H, the afternoon will feature interactive, educational experiences inspired by the natural world that shaped Church’s work.
Additional highlights include family-friendly offerings such as a complimentary photobooth, visits with farm animals, and giveaways from regional favorites including Stewart’s Ice Cream, BjornQorn, and Hudson Valley Seed Company, available while supplies last. A selection of local food vendors will also offer refreshments for purchase.
Olana will also be a stop on the free shuttle for the Hudson Children’s Book Festival
happening next door at Columbia-Greene Community College
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