Various Locations, Wednesday 4th November - Sunday 8th November
Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s most successful and dynamic book festivals, running since 2006 in the heart of Ireland’s capital with its rich literary history. This annual public festival is a vibrant celebration of Ireland’s writers and publishers, working in Irish and English. It showcases, supports and develops Ireland’s writers and publishing sector by programming and promoting Irish books and their authors, editors and contributors, all in an entertaining, festive, friendly, and accessible environment.
Both established and emerging writers from a wide variety of genres come together to explore their books, share their insights, deliver captivating performances, and engage in stimulating conversations; celebrating the art of writing and the power of storytelling. This year’s Flagship Festival takes place 4 – 8 November, celebrating 20 years of Dublin Book Festival, with the full programme now available at our Programme page.
Over 120 events will take place across 5 days in venues throughout the city of Dublin, the 4th UNESCO City of Literature, during the festival. Venues include the Royal Irish Academy of Music, Dublin City Libraries, National Library of Ireland, Irish Writers Centre, The Gutter Bookshop, National Museum of Ireland, Bartley’s Lounge at the Grafton Hotel, Royal Irish Academy, and many more locations.
