Once Upon A Page: Where Every Story Begins... Chapter 1
An Inaugural Reading Festival presented by Norman Rotary and Norman Public Schools
Saturday, March 28, 2026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Center For Arts and Learning
3801 Journey Parkway, Norman
What is Storypalooza?
A free, family-friendly reading festival created to make stories come alive for children and families. Hosted by Norman Rotary, this inaugural event brings together authors, illustrators, special guest readers, and creative experiences designed to spark curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong love of reading.
• Explore hands-on arts activities
• Meet authors and illustrators
• Enjoy story times with special guest readers
• Spot costumed storybook characters throughout the day.
Discover
Storypalooza
Authors to Attend
Dr. Seuss
The Cat In The Hat
Ronald Dahl
Matilda, The BFG
Beverly Cleary
Romona Quimby Series
Celebrity Readers
Celebrity to be Named
To Be Named
10:30am
Celebrity to be Named
To Be Named
11:00 am
Celebrity to be Named
To Be Named
12:00 pm
Other Activities
Face Painting
Because you can't have a festival without facepainting!
Selfie Stations
Find yourself in Hogwarts!
Used Book Sale
Buy all the books the libraries can't sell at their used book sales.