MICS & MANUSCRIPTS 2026: WHERE AUTHORS, ARTISTS & ENTREPRENEURS UNITE!

Get ready, Austin — Mics & Manuscripts is back and BIGGER than ever!
On Saturday, September 26, 2026, the Doris Miller Auditorium & Parking Lot will transform into the ultimate stage for storytellers, creatives, and community changemakers.

This isn’t just another book fair — it’s a movement.
From authors and poets to podcasters, performers, and food vendors — everyone has a mic and every story matters.

Expect a full day of:
🎶 Live performances and readings
📚 Book signings and author spotlights
🎨 Local vendor booths and small business showcases
🍴 Food trucks serving Austin’s favorite eats
💡 Panels, workshops, and networking opportunities, and a KIDZ KORNER with kidpreneurs and activities.

Whether you’re a writer ready to be heard, a vendor ready to shine, or a volunteer ready to serve, this is your chance to be part of something unforgettable.

✨ Free to the Public. Powered by Purpose. Rooted in Community. ✨

Join the movement — because literacy, creativity, and legacy deserve a stage.