Publishing experts and representatives of the creative industries, authors and celebrities, journalists and culture enthusiasts from around the globe will gather in Frankfurt – to network and exchange ideas, to negotiate and make decisions, to discover and to celebrate.
Opening hours for visitors
Wednesday, 15 October
9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Thursday, 16 October
9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Friday, 17 October
9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Private visitors from 10.00 am
Saturday, 18 October
9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Sunday, 19 October
9.00 am – 5.30 pm
Everything you need for your visit
Information for visitors
Find everything you need for your visit: tickets, opening hours, accessibility, hall plan, how to get there and more.
Information for exhibitors
Here exhibitors and stand builders will find all services and tips for a successful trade fair presence.
Information for media representatives
In the press FAQ you will find answers to many questions regarding accreditation and your trade fair visit.
Frankfurt Connect - Your digital guide to Frankfurter Buchmesse
Exhibitor Directory
Publishers, service providers, literary agencies and innovative start-ups from around the world. Find exactly what you're looking for – and much more.
Calendar of Events
With the event calendar, you can keep track of all programme highlights at Frankfurter Buchmesse and plan your visit according to your interests.
Frankfurt Connect App
The Frankfurter Buchmesse app keeps the programme, hall plans, latest updates and networking contacts readily accessible at all times.
Book signings
Information about book signings
What is important to know, what do you need to bear in mind if you want to meet your favourite authors in person? You can find all the information you need about book signings at the Frankfurt Book Fair here.
Join us in welcoming the Philippines, our Guest of Honour 2025
Fresh perspectives from the archipelago
The Philippines bring their literary diversity, creative voices and vibrant culture to Frankfurt Book Fair. Discover a programme that creates encounters, fosters dialogue and opens new horizons for the international book community.
Jeepney Journey: From Manila to the Main
Experience Philippine culture in the heart of the city: From 13 to 18 October, a colourful jeepney on Roßmarkt transforms into a stage for encounters, exchange and workshops – a lively meeting point connecting Frankfurt and the Philippines.
Thank you to our partners
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