We like big books and we cannot lie.
The Holy city of Madinah is known as the centre of education and knowledge.
They are keeping the proverbial torches burning and have once again opened the doors to the Madinah International Book Fair.
With over 300 publishing houses participating, the bookish festival has been welcoming readers of all ages to over 200 pavilions.
Culture and knowledge are colliding at the fourth edition of the fair which is being held under the slogan of ‘The City Reads.’ Yes it does.
So, if you happen to find yourself down in Madinah over the weekend, go check out the international book fair. Here is everything to know about the event.
Madinah International Book Fair 2025
Get ready for a culture-packed experience, This year’s edition brings together a vibrant mix of books covering everything from science and literature to thought-provoking reads for all kinds of readers. But it’s not just about browsing shelves, the fair also features inspiring talks, creative workshops, poetry nights, and lively discussions with top authors and cultural icons.
The book fair has been organized by iterature, Publishing and Translation Commission.
Madinah International Book Fair 2025 location
The book festival has taken over the King Salman International Conference Centre in the holy city.
Madinah International Book Fair 2025 dates and time
The six day fair is currently going on and will end on Monday, August 4. Gates open at 2pm and you can browse until midnight.
Madinah International Book Fair 2025 tickets
Madinah believes that knowledge should be free and is hence running a free to enter book fair. All you need to do is reserve a free ticket on webook.com.
Madinah International Book Fair 2025 what to expect
This year’s edition is buzzing with energy, From poetry nights and literary talks to hands-on workshops, the fair has something for every book lover.
A big hit is the new discounted book zone, making it easier for everyone to build their personal library. Families are also in for a treat with tons of fun activities for kids, plus smart tech upgrades that make the whole visit smoother.
It’s all part of a bigger mission to boost local publishing and put Madinah on the map as a cultural hotspot.
More book fairs in Saudi
In addition to the Madinah book fair, the Kingdom also lights up with the Riyadh International Book Fair every October.
Free. Until Mon Aug 4. King Salman International Conference Centre, webook.com.
