Hickory Literary Festival

Save the date! Hickory Public Library will host the third annual Hickory Literary Festival on April 17, 2027, on the SALT Block.

This free community festival is designed for all ages to celebrate reading, books, and creativity.

The festival will offer a variety of vendors, activities, author talks, a writing workshop, and entertainment at different locations across the SALT Block.

Festival Merchandise

2026 Festival Survey

THANK YOU to all who attended and participated in our 2026 Hickory Literary Festival. It was a great event and we are already looking forward to the next one. As we plan for 2027, we'd love your feedback on this year's festival. If you attended the 2026 festival, please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey.

Take 2026 Festival Survey

Contact

For additional information about the Hickory Literary Festival, or to discuss sponsorship and vendor opportunities, contact Library Director Sarah Greene at sgreene@hickorync.gov or (828) 304-0500, ext. 7275.