The Paris Book Festival, formerly called the Paris Book Fair or Livre Paris, is a major literary event created in 1981 by the National Publishing Union (SNE). Initially organized under the dome of the Grand Palais, the fair aims to present publishers' funds and create "the largest bookstore in the world" for a few days. Over the years, the event has undergone several significant transformations. In 2016, it was renamed Livre Paris, then in 2022 Festival du Livre de Paris.
After an organization contract awarded to Reed Exposition France, the SNE created an events subsidiary to manage the organization of the show itself.
Each year, the show invites a country of honor and welcomes hundreds of authors, publishers and visitors. On the occasion of this festival of letters, books, poems and beautiful works, you will find rental at A- Audiovisual rental of all high-tech equipment capable of enhancing your stand, such as ultra-directive sound showers, reading lights, LED screens or touch screens
After an organization contract awarded to Reed Exposition France, the SNE created an events subsidiary to manage the organization of the show itself.
Each year, the show invites a country of honor and welcomes hundreds of authors, publishers and visitors. On the occasion of this festival of letters, books, poems and beautiful works, you will find rental at A- Audiovisual rental of all high-tech equipment capable of enhancing your stand, such as ultra-directive sound showers, reading lights, LED screens or touch screens
Edition 2026
The Paris Book Fair 2026 returns to the prestigious Grand Palais for its 5th edition, from 17 to 19 April 2026. France's leading book fair, this international literary event attracts more than 100,000 book lovers every year.
An exceptional overview of publishing
With more than 1,200 publishers and 4,500 authors gathered under the iconic glass roof of the Grand Palais, the Paris Book Fair offers an unrivalled showcase for contemporary publishing. Enjoy book signings, conferences and literary encounters with your favourite authors. A diverse cultural programme awaits you, combining literature, cinema and live performances.
2026 theme: Travel in all its forms
This year, the festival invites you to travel through literature. Exploration stories, travel journals, science fiction, inner journeys: explore all forms of literary escapism and cross the boundaries of the imagination.
New for 2026: Special evening event and flexible passes
For this edition, the Festival is innovating with a special evening event on Friday 17 April and 1- or 3-day passes offering unlimited access and skip-the-line privileges. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the full festival experience!
Capture the excellence of the Paris Book Festival! A-Loc Audiovisuel equips you with the latest generation of professional audiovisual equipment: LED and OLED screens, video walls for a wow effect, iPads and interactive touchscreen terminals, Bluetooth headsets and wireless microphones, to immerse your visitors in an extraordinary experience.
Location
Grand Palais
3, avenue du Général Eisenhower
75008 Paris
00 33 (0)1 44 13 17 17
Organiser
Paris Livres Evènement
communication@sne.fr