24–27 Sep 2026 · Gothenburg, SE

Gothenburg Book Fair

The Gothenburg Book Fair is a large annual literary event and industry fair in the Nordic region combining a public festival of literature with a professional book industry gathering. Over four days it hosts book lovers, publishers, library representatives and international participants, offering exhibition stands, programme events and rights activity. The fair includes a dedicated International Rights Centre and awards such as the Mermaid Award.

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Dates
24–27 Sep 2026
Venue
Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre
Location
Gothenburg, SE
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Trade
Duration
4 days
Scale
International
Exhibitors
750Estimate
Visitors
85,000Fact
Area
10,523 m²Fact
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
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About Gothenburg Book Fair

Gothenburg Book Fair is an international trade fair for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industry, taking place in Gothenburg, Sweden. The 2026 edition runs 24–27 Sep 2026 at Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre. It brings together an estimated 750 exhibitors and 85,000 visitors (organizer-confirmed).

Known editions

Venue

Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre

411 10 Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, SE

Exhibitors

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Frequently asked questions

When is Gothenburg Book Fair 2026?
Gothenburg Book Fair 2026 runs 24–27 Sep 2026 at Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre.
Where is Gothenburg Book Fair held?
Gothenburg Book Fair is held at Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre in Gothenburg, Sweden.
How many exhibitors does Gothenburg Book Fair have?
Gothenburg Book Fair counts an estimated 750 exhibitors.
Is Gothenburg Book Fair worth attending?
Gothenburg Book Fair is an international trade show for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industry, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in that industry. It brings together an estimated 750 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.

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