Event Title: Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2026
Event Date: 13 April – 16 April 2026
Location: Bologna, Italy
The Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) 2026 is the leading international event dedicated to children’s publishing, serving as a dynamic global hub for the exchange of rights, ideas, and innovation in children’s literature and media. Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the fair brings together publishers, authors, illustrators, licensors, educators, and multimedia professionals from over 70 countries.
BCBF 2026 features not only the traditional book fair but also BolognaBookPlus (BBPlus), focusing on general trade publishing, and the Bologna Licensing Trade Fair/Kids (BLTF/Kids), which centers on subsidiary rights for children’s and YA content. Together, these events create a comprehensive marketplace for children’s publishing, animation, licensing, and digital content.
Norway will be the Guest of Honour, enjoying special exhibitions, workshops, and citywide cultural events that spotlight Norwegian children’s literature and creativity. The fair promotes vibrant networking, rights trading, and showcases innovations in storytelling, illustration, and educational publishing.
This event is essential for industry professionals focused on children’s books and media, offering unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, discovering new talent, and exploring trends impacting young readers worldwide.
Source: https://www.bolognachildrensbookfair.com/en/home/878.html
Category: International Book Fairs
Tag: Book Fair Updates
