Writing, Reading, and Leading the Way
MN Black Authors Expo 2026 Scheduled Events
Midwest Black Book Fair
Saturday, August 22, 2026 12pm-5pm
UROC
2001 Plymouth Ave North, Minneapolis, MN
Frogtown Arts Festival
Saturday, September 19, 2026 10am-6pm
825 University Ave St Paul, MN
Minneapolis Central Library
Saturday, October 24, 2026 11am-4pm
300 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN
Hennepin County Library
MN Black Authors Expo November 2026
Library Location and Date (TBA)
MBAE - April 18th - 2026 Highlights
MBAE - April 18th - 2026 Highlights
“A writer’s life and work are not a gift to mankind; they are its necessity”
Toni Morrison
OUR COMMITMENT
The Minnesota Black Authors Expo is committed to:
• Promoting literacy and improving educational outcomes
• Showcasing and supporting the work of Black authors
• Hosting a gathering space for authors, educators, and community
• Providing authors with a marketplace to showcase their work and supplement their incomes
