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Our offer for fans of literature and culture

Discover our multifaceted Highlights & Special Topics

Luisa Neuhaus im Interview

No matter what inspires you, our colourful range of topics will make your visit to the fair an unforgettable experience. At the Frankfurt Kids Festival, young readers have the unique opportunity to meet their favourite children's book authors in person. Comic and cosplay fans will have plenty of opportunities to exchange ideas with their community at numerous stands and events. At the Campus Weekend, school children, university students and everyone enthusiastic about education is invited to expand their knowledge, explore their future careers and discover new perspectives.

Our Special Topics

Frankfurt Kids Festival

Our programme for tomorrow’s readers: at Frankfurt Kids Festival, young book fans will experience exciting interactive programmes as well as enthralling readings and events with their favourite children’s and young adult authors. Including Cornelia Funke, Margit Auer, Rufus Beck, Lexi Ryan and many more!

Comic/Cosplay

Experience the book fair with other fans of comics and cosplay from around the world. Where? At the Comic Centre you can discover a wide variety of international comic book publishers and share in the excitement of the finale of the German Cosplay Championship (DCM).

A weekend full of activities and events for students and knowledge enthusiasts

Lectures, workshops and networking events: from career tips and book launches to the presentation and discussion of the latest scientific research results, you will find everything to inspire students and those seeking new insights at the Campus Weekend at #fbm23.

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Discover new audiobooks and podcasts at #fbm23

Meet your favourite podcasters, audiobook stars and authors at #fbm23! In addition to the Audio Stage in the Frankfurt Audio Area (Hall 3.1 K25) and the detektor.fm podcast studio, there are numerous other highlights to discover on the exhibition grounds.

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Discover the Stages and Events of #fbm23

Spotlight on: stages at the fair

Look forward to a multifaceted programme on the fair stages with international stars, TV personalities and bestselling authors at exciting events. Experience unique live moments and personal encounters – for an unforgettable time at the fair!

Don’t miss our event highlights

Get an overview of our diverse event programme and don't miss out on any live experience. Plan your visit to the fair using the Calendar of Events.

Celebrate the 75th Frankfurter Buchmesse with us

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Your ticket for Frankfurter Buchmesse

Be there and celebrate the Frankfurter Buchmesse with us for the 75th time! Visit our ticket shop and purchase your admission to the special anniversary.

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