01Literacy
Building readers and lifelong learners
Greater Central Valley Book Fest
Where Stories Bring Our Communities Together
A one-day literary and arts festival · Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave, Tracy, CA · November 1, 2026
Our Foundation
The Four Pillars
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02Stories
Every voice matters, every story belongs
03Arts
Celebrating creativity across every medium
04Community
Where stories bring people together
Our Vision
"To establish the Greater Central Valley Book Fest as California's premier celebration of stories, literacy, arts, and community — an annual destination where readers, writers, artists, educators, and families gather to learn, create, connect, and inspire one another."
Our Mission
To celebrate stories in every form by promoting literacy, supporting authors and artists, fostering creativity, and strengthening communities across California's Greater Central Valley.
Programming Scope
Every Storyteller Has a Place Here
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Authors & Writers
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Illustrators
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Playwrights & Theater
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Filmmakers
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Spoken Word Artists
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Songwriters & Musicians
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Photographers
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Journalists & Podcasters
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Educators & Librarians
2026 featured guests
This Year's Featured Authors & Illustrators
Announced September 21, 2026
Our 2026 featured authors and illustrators will be announced on September 21, 2026. Follow us on social media and check back here for the full lineup.
Coming Soon
Featured Authors & Illustrators
Announced September 21, 2026
Why Tracy?
Tracy sits at the crossroads between the Bay Area and the Central Valley — with a historic, walkable downtown, a growing arts scene, and a diverse community ready for a signature cultural event.
Partner With Us
A Founding Role in Something Built to Last
- New audiences and expanded community reach
- Regional press visibility and cultural recognition
- Recurring annual partnership and programming
- Increased foot traffic to downtown Tracy
For The Grand Theatre Center for the Arts
A one-day venue reservation in November 2026 — and a founding role in something built to grow for decades.
Use of the main theater, lobby, and one breakout space. Cross-promotion through the Grand's marketing channels. A conversation about a recurring annual agreement.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors & Supporters
The Greater Central Valley Book Fest is made possible through the generous support of these community partners. We are deeply grateful for their belief in the power of stories to bring people together.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? View partnership opportunities →