The Tucson Festival of Books is a major annual literary event held on the University of Arizona campus. It is organised as a community-wide celebration of reading, literature, education and creative expression. The festival is open to the public and provides opportunities for readers of different ages and interests to meet authors, discover books and participate in literary discussions.

The programme features hundreds of local and nationally recognised authors, publishers, independent writers and exhibitors. Visitors can attend author panels, book discussions, presentations and workshops covering a wide range of subjects and literary genres. Activities are designed for adults, young readers, children, students, educators and families.

The University of Arizona Mall becomes an open-air festival area with exhibitor booths, literacy-focused activities, book displays and community information stalls. Visitors can purchase books, meet authors, discover independent publishers and learn about local nonprofit organisations supporting literacy and education.

The festival also supports literacy initiatives in Southern Arizona. Its mission includes encouraging reading, promoting access to books and supporting community literacy services. The event is free to attend, although some popular author sessions may require advance tickets. Parking arrangements and charges depend on the university facilities being used.