Back to Events

2026 Children’s Book Fair of Hyde Park

  • Family Literacy Event

The 39th Annual Children’s Book Fair of Hyde Park will be held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, on 57th Street between Woodlawn and Kenwood, and on Kimbark between 56th and 57th Street.

Woman sitting on a lounge chair under an umbrella, holding a yellow fan, with two leashed golden retrievers wearing harnesses, at an outdoor event with tents in the background.

More Upcoming Events

Don’t miss out on all of the upcoming fun!

Sep19Sat
  • Dog friendly, Free
A group of adults and children sit outdoors on cushions and chairs, listening to a person reading aloud under a "Sit Stay Read" banner in a shaded area with trees.

Read-A-Palooza 2026

Learn more about our free literacy event, Read-A-Palooza, which features some reading performances and pet-related experts on hand.
  • 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Intentional Sports at North Austin Community Center
  • 1841 N Laramie Ave
    Chicago, IL 60639
  • Family Literacy Event, Read-A-Palooza, Special Event
Oct3Sat
  • Free
Two children sit at a table coloring, surrounded by an illustrated frame with a sun, paint palette, LEGO blocks, and plants.

October Logan Family Saturday: Griots and Giants

Free canine-assisted family literacy events in Chicago
  • 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • University of Chicago Logan Center for the Arts
  • 915 E 60th Street
    Outdoor Courtyard
    Chicago, IL 60637
  • Family Literacy Event
Oct17Sat
  • Dog friendly, Free, Meetup
Event flyer for SitStayReaders featuring “The Warmth of Other Suns” by Isabel Wilkerson; event on Saturday, October 17, 1-3 PM at Café Jon, Chicago, with free sign-up link.

SitStayReaders Book Club Fall In Person Meeting

Join us for a thoughtful and though-provoking in-person discussion of The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson! All are welcome.   Follow this link to register for free   About the SitStayReaders The SitStayReaders Book Club is a new way to build community, listen, and learn from one

  • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Café Jon and Galleria
  • 2002 W 18th Street
    Chicago, IL 60608
  • Book Club - SitStayReaders, Reading Event, Special Event, Volunteer Event

Support Early Literacy Programs

Help Us Support Chicago’s Youngest Readers

Your time, generosity, and partnership helps children build the skills and confidence they need to thrive in school and beyond. 

Find Volunteer Opportunities

Explore Ways to Give