Sat, Oct 11
|Viridian Event Center
The Utah Reader’s Fest
Fall in love with books again! Discover new authors, meet your favorite writers, and celebrate the joy of reading at Utah’s biggest book-lover gathering!
Time & Location
Oct 11, 2025, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Viridian Event Center, 8030 S 1825 W, West Jordan, UT 84088, USA
Event Description
The Utah Reader’s Fest is a one-day celebration bringing readers and writers together in the heart of West Jordan. From morning through evening, book lovers of all ages can enjoy author panels, live readings, book signings, and the chance to discover new stories across every genre. With more than fifty Utah authors participating, plus a community book drive to support the Jordan Education Network, this free event is designed to connect people through the power of books.
Featured Guests
Chad Morris & Shelly Brown (as seen on the Hallmark Channel)
Over fifty Utah authors representing a wide range of genres
What to Expect
Author panels & live readings
Book sales & signings
A community book drive for the Jordan Education Network (bring new or gently used books to donate)
Partners
The Utah Reader’s Fest is made possible through partnership with the Utah Humanities Council and these additional supporters:
Jordan School District · Jordan Education Network · Shadow Mountain Publishing · Storymakers · Operation Literacy · The Legendarium · LTUE Symposium · Timber Ghost Press · Infinite Monkeys · Lightweaver Foundation · Big World Network · Waffle Love · Apollo Burgers · Jurassic Tacos
FAQs (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS):
How much does it cost to attend?
The Utah Reader's Fest is free to the public!
Will books be available for sale?
Absolutely! All of the participating authors will have books available for sale.
What genres will be represented?
You read it, likely we will have it! We have authors representing children’s, middle grade, young adult, adult, fantasy, sci-fi, historical, romance, horror, mystery, thriller, romantasy, and more!
Will food be available?
Yes! Food will be available for purchase at one of the three food trucks that will be onsite.
Schedule
1 hourGuest Speakers: Shelly Brown and Chad Morris
Main StageGuest Speaker
10 minutesAlice Wach (Children's)
Book Reading
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