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Get ready for #fbm25 now

It's almost that time again: from 15 to 19 October 2025, Frankfurter Buchmesse will be gathering the international publishing world as well as experts from related industries such as film and games. Join us for a dialogue with partners and interested parties and get inspired!

Look back at #fbm24
Stay in contact with the community all year round
The Philippines, this year's Guest of Honour
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Reasons to visit Frankfurter Buchmesse – here is a look back at #fbm24

115000
Trade visitors from 153 countries
4300
Exhibiting companies from 92 countries
3300
Events

Facts and figures #fbm24

Find out what made Frankfurter Buchmesse in 2024 so special.

The Frankfurt spirit all year round

Frankfurt Connect

Connect with other players in the industry worldwide and stay connected all year round to your network. With Frankfurt Connect, the digital platform of Frankfurter Buchmesse. Available also via mobile app.

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Meet the publishing community at The Hof

Experience the Frankfurt factor all year round with our digital networking format The Hof! Our next session "Beyond the Book – Grow Your Business with Audio, Film & Games" will take place on 22 May. Together with international publishing experts, we discuss current trends and challenges facing the community worldwide. Experience an unforgettable hour, chat with publishing colleagues and look forward to solid business advice, serendipity, mindfulness and live music!

Guest of Honour 2025

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Philippines – "The imagination peoples the air"

The cultural landscape of the 2025 Guest of Honour, the Philippines, is characterized by multiple influences, diverse culture and unique storytelling.

A place for focussed meetings

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Workstation

A working area for customer meetings in a professional atmosphere. The tables at our Workstations can be booked by the day. By adding a graphics wall or shelving unit to your booking, you will increase the visibility of your company.

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Networking made easy

Are you looking to exchange ideas with other trade visitors? The meeting areas on the Frankfurt International Stage (foyer area between Halls 5.1 and 6.1), Stage 4.0 and the Frankfurt Studio Pop up (Hall 4.0) offer an ideal place for networking.

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Media library

Discover the highlights of past fairs all year round and free of charge in our media library. Whether you are looking for trade panels or interviews with authors, there is a variety of German and English-language content available for you.