Frankfurter Buchmesse 07 - 11 October 2026

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Each year, Frankfurter Buchmesse stands as the most important trading hub for printed and digital content and as a key event on the cultural and social calendar. Every October, publishing experts, creative industry professionals, authors and stars, journalists, and culture lovers from around the globe come together in Frankfurt — to connect, discuss, negotiate, be inspired, and celebrate.


Preparations for the next industry gathering are already in full swing: From 7 to 11 October 2026, Frankfurter Buchmesse will once again open its doors and welcome Czechia as its Guest of Honour.

Transformation and opportunity: what’s new at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026

Menschen gehen in einer Halle in verschiedene Richtungen.

A new hall layout brings new possibilities

Frankfurter Buchmesse continues to evolve: From 2026, an enhanced hall concept will bring new momentum. This approach addresses current market trends, actively supports young readers, and ensures space for exchange, trade, and networking.

Explore the 2026 hall concept

Let's write the next chapter together

Vier Personen beschäftigen sich an einem Tisch mit Büchern.

Your presentation options

Frankfurt becomes the world capital of books once again – and you're right at the centre of it all. As an exhibitor at FBM, you'll reach an international audience like nowhere else. Build valuable connections, showcase your latest releases, and seize the opportunity for worldwide visibility in the publishing industry.

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Meet our Guest of Honour 2026

Die Vertreterin des philippinischen Ehrengastes übergibt die Gastrolle an den Vertreter Tschechiens

Czechia: a Country on the Coast

You can already look forward to the literary and cultural diversity of the Guest of Honour at the 78th Frankfurter Buchmesse.

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This was Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025

  • 4350

    exhibitors

  • 238000

    visitors

  • 3500

    events

  • 7800

    media representatives

Facts and figures #fbm25

Find out what made Frankfurter Buchmesse in 2025 so special.

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Graphic of a world map with percentage of exhibiting companies per continent.

Highlights of the #fbm25 in review

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