BOLOGNA CHILDREN'S BOOK FAIR 2026

Description

The Bologna Children's Book Fair (BCBF) is the world's leading professional event dedicated to the children's publishing industry. For over 60 years, it has served as the premier global hub for the exchange of copyrights, bringing together publishers, authors, illustrators, literary agents, distributors, and digital media professionals. The fair showcases the latest trends in children's literature, hosts prestigious awards like the BolognaRagazzi Award, and fosters international collaborations. It is a vibrant marketplace where creativity meets business, featuring a massive exhibition of books and multimedia products alongside specialized areas like the Illustrators Exhibition and the BolognaBookPlus for general trade publishing.

Exhibits

Over 1,500 exhibitors including global publishing houses, multimedia companies, and literary agencies showcasing children's books, educational materials, and digital content.

Activities

The Illustrators Exhibition, BolognaRagazzi Awards, international matchmaking sessions, portfolio reviews, and thematic workshops on translation and digital publishing.

Speakers

Renowned authors, award-winning illustrators, industry CEOs, and literary critics discussing market trends, censorship, AI in publishing, and diversity in children's literature.

Demos

Live drawing sessions at the Illustrators Survival Corner, digital storytelling showcases, and interactive software demonstrations for educational technology.

Accessibility

From Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), take the Marconi Express monorail to Bologna Centrale station. From the station, use bus lines 35 or 38 to the 'Fiera' entrance. By car, exit the A1 motorway at 'Bologna Fiera'.

Exhibitor Count

1500

Expected Attendance

30000

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