# Event Details - **Event Name**: Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:20 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 12:20 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Dive into to the whimsical world of two celebrated children's book authorsAbout this EventJoin celebrated children’s book creators Max Lang and Suzanne Lang for a lively, interactive read-along designed for young readers and their grown-ups. Together, they will read Grumpy Monkey Mom for a Day and Archibald and the Furry Dinosaurs, bringing humor, heart, and high-energy storytelling to the stage.From the relatable family antics of everyone’s favorite grumpy monkey to the imaginative adventure of furry dinosaurs, this joyful session invites kids to laugh, participate, and experience stories read the way they were meant to be heard—straight from their creators.Following the reading, families will enjoy a brief Q&A and book signing. A delightful celebration of creativity, feelings, and imagination for readers of all ages.We are delighted to welcome you to the Reagan Room at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.This event is offered free and open to the public through the generous support of our partners at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/4602c8f0-29f5-11f1-acb3-35efa69682d2-rimg-w987-h740-dcbfd7eb-gmir.jpg Suzanne Lang is the author of the New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey books as well as several other titles. When she’s not writing books, Suzanne writes for animation. When she’s not doing that, she hangs out with her very funny kids, feeds her many pets, and tries (but usually fails) to take a nap!Max Lang has illustrated over twenty books, including all the titles in the Grumpy Monkey series. When he's not making books, he makes films. He has co-directed several animated movies, including The Snail and the Whale, Zog, Room on the Broom, and The Gruffalo. He has received three BAFTAs, two Emmys, two Oscar nominations, and many other honors for his film work. In his spare time, he tries to make his kids laugh at dad jokes, and when he inevitably fails, he takes his dogs for a walk. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/46379490-29f5-11f1-acb3-35efa69682d2-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc8372b-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/max-and-suzanne-lang-read-along-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001985670421684 - **Event Categories**: Art, Entertainment, Kids, literary-art, Festivals, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 36.97, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Barbara - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort - **lat**: 34.4167626 - **long**: -119.6765529 - **full address**: Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f81a43248227d4b1763503afc3b91e5097bd4774df708ea59dc4a6ae43683d91-rimg-w1200-h600-dcee7330-gmir.jpg?v=1774626910 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival being held? - **A:** Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:20 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 12:20 pm at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival? - **A:** Tickets for Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival are priced at USD 37 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityChildren's ProgrammingFreeAvailableGeneral Admission +Archibald & the Furry DinosaurUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailableGeneral Admission + Grumpy Monkey Mom For A DayUSD 16 + USD 3 feeAvailableGeneral Admission + Both BooksUSD 37 + USD 4 feeAvailable$5USD 5Available$10USD 10Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival? - **A:** Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival is organized by Santa Barbara Literary Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Max & Suzanne Lang Read Along: Santa Barbara Literary Festival 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 Santa Barbara, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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