Nevada Humanities
Literary Crawl
Save the Date: The Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl returns to Reno, on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest information about this year’s authors, artists, and more!
One of Reno’s most beloved events, the Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl is the largest and most significant literary festival in Northern Nevada. Each year, this joyful festival features a day filled with panel discussions, book signings, workshops, and family-friendly activities that bring together the rich literary talent of Nevada and beyond. All events are hosted at local businesses and organizations throughout the California Avenue corridor in downtown Reno. This event is free and open to participants of all ages.
Past Nevada Humanities Literary Crawls have featured keynote authors including Anthony Doerr (2024), Aimee Nezhukumatathil (2022), Kiese Laymon (2019), and Gabby Rivera (2018), as well as Nevada authors including Michael P. Branch, Brandy Burgess, Christopher Coake, Kim Foster, Laura Newman, and many more.
Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl Through The Years
2024 Nevada Humanities
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2022 Nevada Humanities
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2019 Nevada Humanities
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2019 Nevada Humanities
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2017 Nevada Humanities
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Become a Sponsor
Each year, the Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl brings hundreds of literature, arts, and humanities enthusiasts to Reno for this signature event—the largest literary festival in northern Nevada. Align your brand with this unique event and enhance your reach in the Reno-Sparks community.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact George Tsz-Kwan Lam, Nevada Humanities Assistant Director, at glam@nevadahumanities.org or 775-784-6537.