Updated Guide to International Book Fairs & Festivals
IBFE Global International Book Fairs and Events provides a comprehensive and updated overview of renowned international book fairs and literary festivals along with their scheduled dates. These events, held annually around the same period, serve as platforms where authors, publishers, and literary enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the world of books. For precise dates, times, and locations, visitors can refer to the official event websites or contact IBFE Global via email at ibfeglobal@haveebook.com to request updates, additions, or corrections to the listings.
Staying informed about these literary gatherings is essential as they act as hubs for the global exchange of ideas and the celebration of diverse cultures through literature. Book fairs provide opportunities for networking, discovering new releases, and building collaborations within the publishing and educational communities. For inquiries or to suggest events for inclusion, individuals are encouraged to reach out to IBFE Global using the provided email addresses. By following these international literary events, readers and professionals alike contribute to the promotion and appreciation of literature on a global scale.
Official Resources for Global Book Fairs with Verified Links:
Access official websites of major international book fairs and festivals to get the latest schedules, participant details, and event highlights. These verified sources allow you to plan your attendance, explore featured programs, and stay up-to-date with changes or additions to events. IBFE Global encourages readers, authors, and publishers to use these links for accurate information and direct engagement with the global literary community.
Global Book Fairs – 2026
January 2026
Cairo International Book Fair
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Dates: January 22 – February 4, 2026
Website: cairobookfair.org
Description: One of the largest book fairs in the Arab world, featuring Arabic and international publishers and cultural programs.
Antiquaria Book Fair
Location: Ludwigsburg, Germany
Dates: January 22 – 24, 2026
Website: antiquaria.de
Description: Germany’s leading antiquarian book fair for rare and collectible books.
International Kolkata Book Fair
Location: Kolkata, India
Dates: January 27 – February 8, 2026
Website: kolkatabookfair.net
Description: The world’s largest public book fair, focusing on Bengali and international literature.
February 2026
Taipei International Book Exhibition
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Dates: February 3 – 8, 2026
Website: tibe.org.tw
Description: Taiwan’s largest publishing event, connecting Asian and global publishers.
Havana International Book Fair
Location: Havana, Cuba
Dates: February 12 – 22, 2026
Website: ferialibro.cu
Description: A major Latin American book fair with strong international participation.
March 2026
London Book Fair
Location: London, United Kingdom
Dates: March 10 – 12, 2026
Website: thelondonbookfair.co.uk
Description: One of the most influential international publishing trade fairs.
Leipzig Book Fair
Location: Leipzig, Germany
Dates: March 19 – 22, 2026
Website: leipziger-buchmesse.de
Description: A major European book fair combining trade and public engagement.
April 2026
Bologna Children’s Book Fair
Location: Bologna, Italy
Dates: April 13 – 16, 2026
Website: bookfair.bolognafiere.it
Description: The world’s leading fair for children’s books and educational publishing.
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dates: April 11 – 20, 2026
Website: adibf.com
Description: A premier Middle Eastern book fair with global participation.
May 2026
Book World Prague
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Dates: May 14 – 17, 2026
Website: bookworld.cz
Description: Central Europe’s largest international literary event.
Warsaw International Book Fair
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Dates: May 28 – 30, 2026
Website: targiksiazki.pl
Description: Poland’s leading book fair showcasing regional and global literature.
June 2026
Seoul International Book Fair
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Dates: June 24 – 28, 2026
Website: sibf.or.kr
Description: A key Asian publishing event with international exhibitors.
Lisbon Book Fair
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Dates: June 4 – 22, 2026
Website: feiradolivrodelisboa.pt
Description: One of Europe’s largest open-air book fairs.
July 2026
Hong Kong Book Fair
Location: Hong Kong, China (SAR)
Dates: July 15 – 21, 2026
Website: hkbookfair.hktdc.com
Description: One of Asia’s biggest book fairs, combining publishing, education, and cultural events.
August 2026
Beijing International Book Fair
Location: Beijing, China
Dates: August 26 – 30, 2026
Website: bibf.net
Description: Asia’s most important international publishing and rights fair.
September 2026
Moscow International Book Fair
Location: Moscow, Russia
Dates: September 2026 (exact dates TBD)
Website: book-fair.ru
Description: Russia’s largest book fair, attracting publishers from around the world.
October 2026
Frankfurt Book Fair
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Dates: October 7 – 11, 2026
Website: buchmesse.de
Description: The world’s largest and most influential book fair.
November 2026
Sharjah International Book Fair
Location: Sharjah, UAE
Dates: November 4 – 14, 2026
Website: sibf.com
Description: One of the world’s largest book fairs with strong international presence.
Guadalajara International Book Fair
Location: Guadalajara, Mexico
Dates: November 28 – December 6, 2026
Website: fil.com.mx
Description: The largest book fair in the Spanish-speaking world.
December 2026
Rome Book Fair – Più libri più liberi
Location: Rome, Italy
Dates: December 9 – 13, 2026
Website: piulibripiuliberi.it
Description: Italy’s leading winter book fair focused on independent publishers.
European Book fairs 2026 with official web link:
Here’s a consolidated list of European book fairs with their official website links and additional details. Remember to check the provided websites for specific 2026 schedules, including dates, times, and locations:
January 2026
Antiquaria Book Fair
Location: Ludwigsburg, Germany
Dates: January 22 – 24, 2026
Website: antiquaria.de
Description: Europe’s most important antiquarian book fair.
February 2026
Vilnius Book Fair
Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
Dates: February 26 – March 1, 2026
Website: vilniusbookfair.lt
Description: The largest literary event in the Baltic region.
March 2026
London Book Fair
Location: London, United Kingdom
Dates: March 10 – 12, 2026
Website: thelondonbookfair.co.uk
Description: Europe’s leading publishing trade fair.
Leipzig Book Fair
Location: Leipzig, Germany
Dates: March 19 – 22, 2026
Website: leipziger-buchmesse.de
Description: Germany’s second-largest international book fair.
April 2026
Bologna Children’s Book Fair
Location: Bologna, Italy
Dates: April 13 – 16, 2026
Website: bookfair.bolognafiere.it
Description: The world’s leading children’s publishing event.
May 2026
Book World Prague
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Dates: May 14 – 17, 2026
Website: bookworld.cz
Description: A major Central European literary fair.
June 2026
Lisbon Book Fair
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Dates: June 4 – 22, 2026
Website: feiradolivrodelisboa.pt
Description: One of Europe’s biggest public book fairs.
July 2026
PBFA Hay-on-Wye Book Fair
Location: Hay-on-Wye, Wales, United Kingdom
Dates: July 4, 2026
Website: pbfa.org
Description: A traditional European antiquarian book fair held in the famous “Town of Books.”
August 2026
Edinburgh International Book Festival
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Dates: August 15 – 30, 2026
Website: edbookfest.co.uk
Description: One of the world’s largest literary festivals.
September 2026
Helsinki Book Fair
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Dates: September 2026 (exact dates TBD)
Website: helsinkibookfair.fi
Description: Finland’s premier literary event.
October 2026
Frankfurt Book Fair
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Dates: October 7 – 11, 2026
Website: buchmesse.de
Description: Europe’s largest and most influential book fair.
November 2026
Thessaloniki International Book Fair
Location: Thessaloniki, Greece
Dates: November 2026 (exact dates TBD)
Website: thessalonikibookfair.gr
Description: Greece’s most important international book fair.
December 2026
Zagreb Book Fair – Interliber
Location: Zagreb, Croatia
Dates: December 1 – 6, 2026
Website: zv.hr
Description: Croatia’s largest book fair with strong European participation.
U.S. BOOK FESTIVALS & EVENTS — 2026
Explore the top U.S. book festivals and literary events for 2026, from large-scale city festivals to intimate community gatherings, these events celebrate reading, storytelling, and the joy of literature across all genres. Check each website for the latest details on dates, venues, and special guest appearances.
JANUARY
Key West Literary Seminar
Location: Key West, Florida
Dates: January 8–11, 2026
Website: https://www.kwls.org/seminar/
Description: A four‑day literary seminar featuring acclaimed writers and discussions on storytelling themes.
Sunshine State Book Festival
Location: Gainesville, Florida
Dates: January 23–24, 2026
Website: https://sunshinestatebookfestival.com
Description: Authors from around Florida and the nation gather to talk about their writing, sell and sign books, with panels and story time for kids.
JAX Urban Book Festival
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Date: January 24, 2026
Website: https://jaxurbanbookfest.com/
Description: Features author interviews, book signings, networking, kids’ activities, and a silent auction celebrating books and community.
F.R.E.S.H. Book Film Festival
Location: Daytona Beach, Florida
Dates: January 29 – February 1, 2026
Website: https://www.freshbookfestivals.net/
Description: Celebrating literacy with books, film screenings, authors, workshops, and community events.
FEBRUARY
Monroeville Literary Festival
Location: Monroeville, Alabama
Dates: February 26–28, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Monroeville+Literary+Festival+2026
Description: A celebration of Southern literature in the hometown of To Kill a Mockingbird.
Savannah Book Festival
Location: Savannah, Georgia
Dates: February 5–8, 2026
Website: https://www.savannahbookfestival.org/
Description: A four‑day festival with author talks, signings, and public events in Savannah’s historic district.
Amelia Island Book Festival
Location: Fernandina Beach, Florida
Date: February 28, 2026
Website: https://www.ameliaislandbookfestival.org/2026-aibf-festival
Description: A free festival featuring over 100 authors, talks, and family‑friendly activities.
Love Y’all Romance Book Fest
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Dates: February 13–15, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Love+Y%27all+Romance+Book+Fest+2026
Description: Annual celebration of romance fiction with panels and signings.
Oahu Indie Book Festival
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Date: February 21, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Oahu+Indie+Book+Festival+2026
Description: Meet authors and illustrators, buy signed books, and participate in workshops.
10th Annual A‑A Family Book Expo & Read‑In
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Date: February 21, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=A-A+Family+Book+Expo+Detroit+2026
Description: A celebration of Black literary voices with author signings and readings.
Flirty in Kansas City
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Date: February 7, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Flirty+in+Kansas+City+2026
Description: A genre author signing event with romance and related titles.
African American Children’s Book Fair (Philadelphia)
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Date: February 7, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=African+American+Children%27s+Book+Fair+Philadelphia+2026
Description: One of the oldest and largest children’s book events in the country.
21st Annual Winter Institute (Wi2026)
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dates: February 23–26, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Winter+Institute+Wi2026+Pittsburgh
Description: Educational programming for indie bookstores, networking, and publisher parties.
Appalachian WordFest
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
Date: February 28, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Appalachian+WordFest+2026
Description: One‑day event celebrating Appalachian writers, poetry, and publishing.
Little BIPOC Book Fest
Location: Houston, Texas
Dates: February 13–16, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Little+BIPOC+Book+Fest+Houston+2026
Description: Festival focused on underrepresented voices in children’s literature.
San Antonio African American Book Festival
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Date: February 28, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=San+Antonio+African+American+Book+Festival+2026
Description: Celebrates the legacy and power of Black literature.
Teen Bookfest by the Bay
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Date: February (TBD), 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Teen+Bookfest+by+the+Bay+2026
Description: Free YA and middle‑grade author festival.
MARCH
Tucson Festival of Books
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Dates: March 13–14, 2026
Website: https://tucsonfestivalofbooks.org/
Description: Community celebration to improve literacy with author talks and local programs.
Charlotte S. Huck Children’s Literature Festival
Location: Redlands, California
Dates: March 6–7, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Charlotte+S.+Huck+Children%27s+Literature+Festival+2026
Description: Festival for educators and lovers of children’s literature.
The Dreamers & Readers Festival
Location: Dallas, Texas
Dates: March 6–8, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=The+Dreamers+%26+Readers+Festival+2026
Description: Weekend event celebrating fantasy and imagination.
Literary Women Festival of Authors
Location: Long Beach, California
Date: March 7, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Literary+Women+Festival+of+Authors+2026
Description: Festival celebrating contemporary women writers.
Pasadena Festival of Women Authors
Location: Pasadena, California
Date: March 22, 2026
Website: https://pasadenafestival.org/
Description: Showcases the work of women authors with panels and signings.
Southwest Florida Reading Festival
Location: Fort Myers, Florida
Date: March 7, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Southwest+Florida+Reading+Festival+2026
Description: Promotes reading and library services with author presentations.
Venice Book Fair and Writers Festival
Location: Venice, Florida
Dates: March 27–28, 2026
Website: https://www.venicebookfair.org/
Description: Workshops and author signings in a scenic park setting.
Books by the Bay Fest
Location: Pensacola, Florida
Date: March 28, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Books+by+the+Bay+Fest+2026
Description: Celebration of storytelling with author signings and vendors.
DSM Book Festival
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Date: March 26, 2026
Website: https://www.dsmbookfestival.org/
Description: Features nationally acclaimed authors and lively discussions.
New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Dates: March 12–15, 2026
Website: https://neworleansbookfestival.org/
Description: Connects readers with authors through readings and workshops.
Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Dates: March 25–29, 2026
Website: https://tnwfest.org/
Description: Literary festival with theatre, music, workshops, and panels.
AWP Conference & Bookfair
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Dates: March 4–7, 2026
Website: https://www.awpwriter.org/awp_conference/overview
Description: Major creative writing conference with bookfair exhibitors.
Book Lovers Con
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Dates: March 26–29, 2026
Website: https://bookloverscon.com/
Description: Immersive reader experience with author meetups.
Woodstock Book Fest
Location: Woodstock, New York
Dates: March 26–29, 2026
Website: https://www.woodstockbookfest.org/
Description: Celebrates books and storytelling with panels and story slams.
Lexington Book Festival
Location: Lexington, North Carolina
Date: March 21, 2026
Website: https://www.lexingtonbookfestival.org/
Description: Readers and writers connect through readings, signings, and discussions.
Lehigh Valley Book Festival
Location: Lehigh, Pennsylvania
Dates: March 26–30, 2026
Website: https://www.lehighvalleybookfestival.org/
Description: Inclusive programming for readers of all ages.
North Texas Teen Book Festival
Location: Irving, Texas
Date: March 7, 2026
Website: https://northtexasteenbookfestival.com/
Description: Panels and fun activities geared toward teen readers.
Williamsburg Book Festival
Location: Williamsburg, Virginia
Date: March 7, 2026
Website: https://williamsburgbookfestival.org/
Description: Family‑friendly event with local and national authors.
Suffolk Authors Festival
Location: Suffolk, Virginia
Date: March 14, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Suffolk+Authors+Festival+2026
Description: Meet bestselling and emerging authors.
Virginia Festival of the Book
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Dates: March 19–22, 2026
Website: https://virginiafestival.org/
Description: Celebrates diversity in literature with free public events.
APRIL
Children’s Literature Festival
Location: Redlands, California
Date: April 10, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Children%E2%80%99s+Literature+Festival+Redlands+2026
Description: Full day event with author talks and workshops focused on children’s books.
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books
Location: Los Angeles, California
Dates: April 18–19, 2026
Website: https://latimes.com/festivalofbooks/
Description: One of the largest U.S. book festivals with panels, readings, and exhibits.
Sacramento Book Festival
Location: Sacramento, California
Date: April 19, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Sacramento+Book+Festival+2026
Description: Features national authors, food trucks, and community events.
BAM! Festival
Location: West Palm Beach, Florida
Date: April 11, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=BAM!+Festival+West+Palm+Beach+2026
Description: A book, art, and music festival promoting literacy.
Word of South: A Festival of Literature and Music
Location: Tallahassee, Florida
Dates: April 24–26, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Word+of+South+Festival+2026
Description: Blends literature and music for a unique festival experience.
Midwest Literary Walk
Location: Chelsea, Michigan
Date: April 18, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Midwest+Literary+Walk+Chelsea+2026
Description: Series of author interviews and presentations around town.
Fay B. Kaigler Children’s Book Festival
Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Dates: April 8–10, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Fay+B.+Kaigler+Children%E2%80%99s+Book+Festival+2026
Description: Celebrates excellence in children’s and YA literature.
Hamptons Whodunit
Location: East Hampton, New York
Dates: April 16–19, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Hamptons+Whodunit+2026
Description: Mystery festival with author panels and interactive events.
BookCon
Location: New York City, New York
Dates: April 18–19, 2026
Website: https://www.bookcon.com/
Description: Two‑day pop culture and book festival with author talks and community events.
Ohioana Book Festival
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Date: April 18, 2026
Website: https://www.ohioanabookfestival.org/
Description: Free festival celebrating Ohio authors and literature.
San Antonio Book Festival
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Dates: April 8–10, 2026
Website: https://www.sanantoniobookfestival.com/
Description: Free all‑day event uniting readers and writers.
MAY
Arizona Author Book Festival
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Date: May 3, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Arizona+Author+Book+Festival+2026
Description: Fundraiser and community book festival with author signings.
Sonoma Valley Authors Festival
Location: Sonoma, California
Dates: May 1–3, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Sonoma+Valley+Authors+Festival+2026
Description: Weekend lecture series with authors across genres.
Bay Area Book Festival
Location: Berkeley, California
Dates: May 30–31, 2026
Website: https://www.baybookfest.com/
Description: Conversations with bold literary voices focusing on justice and diversity.
Mountain Words Literary Festival
Location: Crested Butte, Colorado
Dates: May 21–24, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Mountain+Words+Literary+Festival+2026
Description: Literary celebration with readings, workshops, and panel discussions.
DSM Book Festival
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Date: May 2, 2026
Website: https://www.dsmbookfestival.org/
Description: Author panels, workshops, and children’s activities.
Annapolis Book Festival
Location: Annapolis, Maryland
Date: May 2, 2026
Website: https://www.annapolisbookfestival.org/
Description: Free community festival with authors, music, food, and more.
Gaithersburg Book Festival
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Date: May 16, 2026
Website: https://www.gaithersburgbookfestival.org/
Description: Celebrates the written word with award‑winning authors.
JUNE
Imaginarium Book Festival
Location: Washington, D.C.
Dates: June 5–6, 2026
Website: https://www.imaginariumbookfestival.com/
Description: Author/vendor exhibits and special events.
Nantucket Book Festival
Location: Nantucket, Massachusetts
Dates: June 11–14, 2026
Website: https://nantucketbookfestival.org/
Description: Literary celebration with author readings and workshops.
JULY
Readercon
Location: Burlington, Massachusetts
Dates: July 9–12, 2026
Website: https://readercon.org/
Description: Annual speculative fiction reader and author conference.
Columbus Book Festival
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Dates: July 11–12, 2026
Website: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
Description: Free community festival celebrating local and national authors.
Payson Book Festival
Location: Payson, Arizona
Date: July 18, 2026
Website: https://paysonbookfestival.org/
Description: A community festival with author talks and book sales.
Detroit Festival of Books
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Date: July 19, 2026
Website: https://detroitbookfest.com/
Description: Book festival featuring authors across genres.
AUGUST
Lewisburg Literary Festival
Location: Lewisburg, West Virginia
Dates: August 7–8, 2026
Website: http://www.lewisburgliteraryfestival.com/
Description: Literary festival promoting authors and community events.
Mid‑Ohio Indie Author Book Expo
Location: Grove City, Ohio
Date: August 8, 2026
Website: https://www.midohioindies.com/
Description: Expo for indie authors and readers.
Harlem Book Fair
Location: Harlem, New York
Date: August 29, 2026
Website: https://www.harlembookfair.com/
Description: One of the nation’s largest African American literary festivals.
SEPTEMBER
Orange County Children’s Book Festival
Location: Costa Mesa, California
Date: September 20, 2026
Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Orange+County+Children%27s+Book+Festival+2026
Description: Family‑friendly event with author signings and activities.
Where Books Unite the World
Books have the power to unite people, and IBFE Global Events makes sure you know when and where the world will gather to celebrate them. From established international fairs to emerging digital publishing events, our updates are designed to keep you informed and inspired by the literary culture around you.
Each event we cover is a hub of creativity and dialogue, where new releases are discovered, cultural bonds are strengthened, and education takes center stage. By following IBFE Global Events, you gain a pathway into the spaces where books are more than just words—they are shared experiences.