When does the Mainz Book Fair 2026 take place?

The 25th Mainz Book Fair will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11 AM to 6 PM and on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Where does the Mainz Book Fair take place?

The event location is the Academy of Sciences and Literature | Mainz at Geschwister-Scholl-Straße 2, 55131 Mainz.

What is the admission fee for the Mainz Book Fair?

Admission to the Mainz Book Fair is free.

What offerings are available at the book fair?

Visitors can expect publisher stands, book presentations, readings, lectures, conversations with authors, as well as offerings from the fields of novels, poetry, non-fiction, children's and young adult literature, graphic novels, and travel guides.

Is there a program for children?

Yes. In the children's room, there are activities, children's theater, book presentations, and a drawing and crafting corner.

How is the academy accessible by public transport?

The academy can be reached by tram lines 50, 52, and 53 and bus lines 62 and 74 to the Kurmainz Kaserne or Academy of Sciences stops.

Mainz Book Fair Mainz 2026

Name: Mainz Book Fair
Start: 2026-10-24T11:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-25T17:00:00+01:00
Location: Akademie der Wissenschaften und der Literatur | Mainz

25 Years of Reading Pleasure: The Mainz Book Fair opens its doors

The Mainz Book Fair invites you to a literary weekend at the Academy of Sciences and Literature | Mainz on October 24 and 25, 2026. For its 25th anniversary, publishers, bookstores, authors, artists, and literature-loving visitors will come together here.

A celebration of books, book art, and literary exchange

Since 1999, the Mainz Book Fair has connected sales exhibitions, information exchanges, and cultural forums. Around 55 regional and national publishers, as well as numerous institutions, present new releases, children's and young adult books, novels, poetry, graphic novels, travel guides, and non-fiction books. Between exhibition stands and personal conversations, literature becomes an experienced living practice.

Literary diversity in the Gutenberg city

Mainz, as the home of Johannes Gutenberg, has a special relationship with the printed word. The book fair brings this tradition into the present: book science, publishing, print and media art, reading promotion, and contemporary literature engage in an inspiring dialogue. The light-filled rooms of the academy create an open and focused reading atmosphere.

Readings, lectures, and the presentation of the debut award

A diverse supporting program with readings and lectures complements the exhibition. On Saturday, October 24, at 2 PM in the Kalkhof-Rose Hall, the Literature Award Debut of the Year 2026 will be awarded to Tobias Heinze. Authors will also present their latest works, making the fair an immediate author encounter with voice, language, and literary quality.

Children's program and literary experience for families

In the children's room, activities, children's theater, and book presentations await young readers. A drawing and crafting corner opens creative access to the world of stories. Thus, the Mainz Book Fair combines demanding literature education with a family-friendly experience for different generations.

Conclusion: A weekend for all who love books

The 25th Mainz Book Fair brings together bookselling, publishing work, literary education, and cultural exchange at one place. Visitors discover new books, meet writers, and experience the regional literary scene in all its diversity. Admission is free. Those who want to not only read the power of stories but experience them in direct exchange will find an inspiring literary weekend in Mainz.