Jewish Book Festival

Save the date for the annual Berrin Family Jewish Book Festival at Alper JCC Miami! We’ll have dozens of awesome authors joining us both in person and online. Whether you love to read or just want to check out some bestselling authors covering everything from pop culture to history and mysteries, there’s something here for everyone.

Starting in October and running throughout the year, come to fun literary events at the J and other local spots. Check out the lineup, meet your favorite authors, and grab your tickets easily. Don’t miss out on this great celebration of Jewish books and culture!

2025-2026 Book Festival Brochure Coming Soon!

Support The Book Festival

Whether you love books or just supporting meaningful programs, we’ve got two ways for you to support our Alper JCC Berrin Family Jewish Book Festival.

Literary Friend Pass
Neshama & Neshama 2.0

Literary Friend Pass

Neshama & Neshama 2.0

A Women's Giving Circle that helps to perpetuate the richness of our Jewish heritage through art, music, and literature.

Includes:

One ticket to our inspiring and unforgettable Women’s Day event
Up to 10 general admission tickets to in-person Book Festival events
Access to 12 virtual author events via Zoom
One ticket to the exclusive Gables Club Event
Two preferred seats to all requested in-person Book Festival events
One preferred seat at Alper JCC Miami’s Annual Concert
One ticket to Book Festival Game Day

Plus, members’ names are proudly inscribed on the Neshama Wall in the lobby of the Sablotsky Cultural Arts Center.

Neshama (ages 50 or older): $1,000

Neshama 2.0 (ages 49 and under): $500

Neshama Application