Program Schedule

L.A. Times Festival Panels
The Festival Panels at the L.A. Times Festival of Books bring together celebrated authors, thought leaders, and industry experts for engaging discussions on a wide range of topics including literature, emerging trends in media and more.
USC Programming


USC Festival Panels
Hosted by USC, these panels convene award-winning scholars and renowned university faculty for engaging discussions on groundbreaking topics in literature, media, and more.
Music on the USC Stage
The main stage showcases live music and performances from talented artists within the community and beyond. Join us at the heart of campus for a lively celebration of rhythm, creativity, and culture.
Festival Happenings


Classical California KUSC: Harmony Hub
The Classical California KUSC: Harmony Hub is a place to connect with community, creativity, and curiosity during the Festival of Books. Stop by for family-friendly activities and learn about USC’s community partnerships. Enjoy book giveaways, live readings, musical performances, arts and crafts and more!
Keck Medicine of USC Healthy Pavilion
Keck Medicine of USC, the University of Southern California’s medical enterprise, invites you to visit the Keck Medicine of USC Healthy Pavilion for free health screenings, including checks for skin cancer, blood pressure, glucose, BMI, sleep apnea and dental health.
Sponsored by Keck Medicine of USC, Keck Medicine of USC Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Keck Medicine of USC Department of Neurology, USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy, Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Mrs. T. H. Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, USC Tina and Rick Caruso Department of Otolaryngology, USC Caruso Family Center for Childhood Communication and USC Roski Eye Institute