3rd Coast Author & Book Festival

March 22, 2025

11 AM–4 PM

Downtown & Centertown, Grand Haven

Get ready for an unforgettable day of literary celebration as over 100 national and local authors come to downtown and Centertown Grand Haven. Meet talented writers at select venue locations, get your books signed, and discover your next favorite read. On the day of the festival, books will be available for purchase at Harborfront Place, Tri-Cities Historical Museum, and The Book Cellar.

Sneak Peek Events

Leading up to the festival, enjoy two exclusive author sneak peek events that will give you a chance to meet featured writers, hear excerpts from their works, and get a preview of what’s to come on March 22. Dates and details for these events will be announced soon—stay tuned.

VIP Evening Event

March 22, 2025

7–10 PM

$50 per ticket

Cap off the day with an elegant VIP experience. This ticketed event will include:

• Mingling with authors in a relaxed, intimate setting
• A cash bar featuring a variety of beverages
• A delicious charcuterie buffet and a sweet tooth charcuterie
• A silent auction benefiting Bluebird Cancer Retreats

Celebrate the power of stories and support a meaningful cause at this can’t-miss event.

Don’t miss this celebration of books, authors, and the community!