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Henderson Reads Book Festival
Join us for the 5th annual Henderson Reads Book Festival! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10am to 4pm on Water Street Plaza. Fifteen talented authors and illustrators of picture book, middle-grade and young adult genres will be on hand to present their work and share their creative processes.
What to Expect
Live Readings
Author Talks
Book Signings
Activities
And MUCH More!
The festival will feature three rotating stages, each dedicated to a specific category, where authors will have a designated time to speak, followed by a book signing session, allowing attendees to interact with their favorite writers. With so many authors in one place, it is a perfect opportunity to discover new books and hear firsthand from the creators behind the stories.
In addition to the author presentations, the festival will host a variety of family-friendly activities and entertainment. Enjoy face painting, get your picture taken at the photo booth or take part in a Where’s Waldo scavenger hunt. The event will also feature books for sale by the authors and local vendors.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
Schedule is subject to change with or without notice. Management reserves all rights.
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Upcoming Events on Water Street Plaza
Maryna Krut in Concert
- Date: 10/24/2026 7:00 PM
- Location: Water Street Plaza Amphitheater
240 S. Water St.
Henderson, Nevada 89015
Join us for an unforgettable evening with internationally acclaimed Ukrainian singer, songwriter and bandura artist, Maryna Krut, whose captivating performances blend traditional Ukrainian folk music with contemporary influences. The bandura, a harp-like Ukrainian string instrument, adds a distinctive sound to Maryna's performances. You will not want to miss this unforgettable evening of world music.
Tickets $15
The Russian invasion of Ukraine transformed Maryna Krut from being a performer updating a beautiful tradition of music to being a witness testifying to people around the world about the devastating war in her homeland. These days, the 30-year-old musician leads a double life. From her temporary home in western Ukraine, she travels to the front lines of the war to perform for soldiers and travels abroad to perform, relating what she has seen.
At the center of Maryna’s music is the bandura, a Ukrainian string instrument that resembles a cross between a lute and a zither. Introduced to Ukraine’s traditional music as a child, she has since developed her own style by incorporating elements of jazz and other contemporary influences. She performs on the bandura both as a solo instrument and alongside her powerful vocals.
Maryna first gained a national following in Ukraine through appearances on the country’s versions of “The X Factor” and “The Voice,” as well as her participation in Eurovision. Today, she is reaching audiences around the world, using her music to share the culture, history and story of Ukraine.
The Water Street Amphitheater is an outdoor venue. All seats are general admission.
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