# Event Details - **Event Name**: Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Become a featured vendor or author! Get exposure, sell products, join a panel, network, and/or gain social media buzz! Register by 3/20/26!About this EventRead It Up Literacy Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration of reading for children ages 12 and under, hosted by Taylor Dee Kids TV and powered by Right Now Education, in honor of National Reading Month.The festival will take place on? Saturday, March 7, 2026? Charlotte, NC ? 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM? Author & Creator Panel: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PMThis vibrant community event celebrates literacy, stories, characters, and creators in children’s literature while connecting families to tools, resources, and inspiration that support strong, confident readers.? Opportunities for Featured Authors & Literacy VendorsAs a Featured Author or Vendor, you’ll have the opportunity to:Sell and sign books, products, or services at your tableEngage families through read-alouds, interactive activities, or hands-on experiencesConnect with fellow authors, educators, and literacy advocatesBe part of a lively, high-energy event featuring:Storytime & reading activitiesAuthor meet-and-greetsDJ Pre-K music & performancesGames, obstacle courses & face paintingFood trucks, icy treats & family funVendors offering tools, tips, and resources to support literacy at home and school?️ Special Panel for Creators (Optional)Following the festival, we’ll host a panel discussion for aspiring children’s authors, kid entertainers, and content creators, offering insight, encouragement, and inspiration to continue creating and spreading a love of learning, literacy, and creativity for kids everywhere.? Participation DetailsTo participate as a Featured Author or Vendor, we ask for a $200 participation fee to support event logistics.We also ask that participants:Promote the event on social media Personally invite 10+ friends, family members, or supportersSupport fellow vendors and authors? Vendors & Creators We’re InvitingThis event is ideal for:Children’s Authors & IllustratorsTutors & Reading Intervention ProvidersSpeech & Language Therapy ProvidersLiteracy Nonprofits & Advocacy GroupsWriting & Storytelling VendorsCurriculum & Educational Resource ProvidersEducational Media CreatorsTechnology & Literacy Tool ProvidersFamily Literacy OrganizationsLibraries & Mobile Book ProgramsArt + Literacy VendorsPlay-Based Learning VendorsDyslexia & Learning Difference OrganizationsOne Room. One Community. Countless Ways to Inspire Young Readers. ?✨Agenda?: 08:30 AM - 10:15 AMFeatured Author Set Up Window?: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AMVendor Networking & Content Gathering Window?: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PMRead it Up Festival?: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PMPanel for Aspiring Children’s Authors, Entertainers, & Content Creators - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/read-it-up-literacy-festival-featured-vendor-or-author-2026/100001981958485182 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, kids, business, food-drinks, fine-arts, workshops, meet-and-greet, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 202.25, max: 202.25, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlotte - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: OPHELIA GARMON - BROWN COMMUNITY CENTER - **lat**: 35.2377866 - **long**: -80.8846959 - **full address**: OPHELIA GARMON - BROWN COMMUNITY CENTER, 2647 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f065abe2c95d6b1e809ad29955de4ff84a8c72f63990534be2d7fd43be3a6938-rimg-w1200-h600-dcd6edef-gmir.jpg?v=1769880911 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 being held? - **A:** Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 takes place on Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm at OPHELIA GARMON - BROWN COMMUNITY CENTER, 2647 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026? - **A:** Tickets for Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 are priced at USD 202 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityRead it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor FeeUSD 202 + USD 14 fee + USD 14 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026? - **A:** Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 is organized by Taylor Dee Kids TV | Angel I Am | Bright Kids Edutainment. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Read it Up Literacy Festival Featured Vendor or Author 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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