The Saratoga Book Festival KidZone Marketplace is a book event designed for kids and their families and offers a chance for children’s authors to meet young readers in a fun setting.  In addition to meeting many wonderful authors, there will be special exhibitors to entertain and enhance this book showcasing experience! 

Here’s the line-up so you don’t miss any of the fun! 

1:15-1:45: Meet Lucy R.T. Velandia, our youngest author & illustrator @ the Festival and her very first book, Nikola The Hamster. Nikola is an adventurous fun-loving, curious little hamster with big ideas. Come meet this special author and contribute your own art in a shared project! https://www.lucyrtvelandia.com/ 

1:45-2:15: Learn to be a tiny Yogi with Denise Bozza, Founder, Yoga instructor & Author.  Join Yoga instructor, Denise Bozza for some Yoga fun with a creative blend of yoga, play, and mindfulness. https://www.bozzayogastudios.com/ 

2:15-2:45: Let Magic Matt astound and uplift you with his unique blend of comedy & illusion. Magic Matt’s art transcends boundaries, bringing joy, laughter, and a sense of wonder to audiences of all ages. Matt will create some unforgettable moments, foster connections, and inspire a belief in magic and the extraordinary. https://www.magicmattentertainment.com/

2:45-3:15: You won’t believe your eyes as illustrator Dave F. Globerson and author Patrice Mastrianni bring Saratoga to life during a live illustration and reading of Find Me In Saratoga.  Watch this talented illustrator explain the art of illustrating and see how he creates a unique piece of art right before your eyes. Then learn how David worked with Patrice to illustrate her story! https://www.dfgillustration.com/ https://www.findmeinsaratoga.com/ 

3:15-3:45: Get a sneak peek with a live, preview performance of the Saratoga Children Theatre’s upcoming production of Amelie. The SCT cast will provide a preview performance especially for the Saratoga Book Festivals attendees! Amelie the musical was developed in Saratoga by The Orchard Project. https://www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org/ 

All Day 1-4pm:

Saratoga’s own, miniature horse, Upset: Meet and pet miniature horse, Upset, the mascot of the Dark Horse Mercantile. He stands only 33 inches tall and has never run in a race. He is proud to carry the name Upset and will help tell the story of The Dark Horse in Saratoga Springs to racing fans everywhere. He has become a local celebrity and travels to special events around town. He even has his own children’s book and mini plush horse!

Top Quality Face Painting: Miss Stacey’s Faces is excited to meet you and offer free top quality, custom designed facepainting. Miss Stacey is a professional artist with over a decade of experience in face painting. Proudly wear some of her beautiful face painting all day! https://missstaceysfaces.com/ 

Longshot the Moose: Meet this unique and fun character, Longshot the Moose. People come from all over to meet Longshot who inspired Saratoga author, Vicki Addesso Dodd to create her MOOSE IN MY STABLE series. https://www.saratogaspringspublishing.com/longshot-the-moose