Literary rendezvous

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Biblis goes wild: free family activities at libraries and media centers

From October 2 to 4, 2026, people of all ages are invited to the libraries and media centers of Paris and Île-de-France to enjoy a wide lineup of free activities and workshops focused on books and reading.
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A manga festival with free activities and voice-acting sessions at a shopping mall in Essonne

Attention manga fans: the Brétigny-sur-Orge shopping center is once again hosting its Manga Festival, featuring plenty of free activities, from August 29 to September 5, 2026!
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Levallois Historical Novel Fair: meetings, debates, workshops and a giant Game of the Goose - POSTPONED

This year again, the Levallois Historical Novel Fair returns to Parc de la Planchette on June 27–28, 2026, to bring history to life for children and adults, through author signings and literary roundtables. The event has been postponed to a later date.
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Créteil en Poche: the free paperback book fair held in a Val-de-Marne park.

Over a festive weekend in Créteil, Parc Dupeyroux becomes the setting for a free paperback book fair, blending literature, music and creative workshops, with Italy as its theme, on 27 and 28 June 2026.
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Le Livrodrome: a free literary theme park in the Yvelines and Essonne this June

As part of the grand literary festival "Partir en Livre," a literary theme park will roll into the Île-de-France on June 18 and 19, 2026, bringing a programme of cultural and playful activities.
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Partir en livre 2026: dates and theme of this big, free celebration of children's books

The great celebration of children's literature is back from June 17 to July 19, 2026 for its 12th edition, themed "Our Small and Mighty Heroes." The Partir en Livre festival lineup includes: a writing and drawing contest, guided strolls, exhibitions, author encounters, and other surprises!
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Nature Bubbles: an eco-comics festival with free workshops in a garden in Hauts-de-Seine

The Jardin de Valérien in Nanterre will host on Sunday, June 14, 2026, the new edition of its ecological comics festival, Bulles de nature. The program features author encounters and workshops, set in a lush, green setting.
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Under Chateaubriand's shadow: a literary and bucolic festival at the Domaine de la Vallée-aux-Loups

On June 6 and 7, 2026, the Hauts-de-Seine Department launches the first edition of its literary festival, "In the Shadow of Chateaubriand," set in the lush grounds of the Vallée-aux-Loups estate in Châtenay-Malabry, blending author encounters, workshops, and open-air concerts.
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PAGE(S): The Bibliophilia and Artist Books Fair at the Bastille Design Center

Discover the book in all its forms at the PAGE(S) fair, which gathers around a hundred exhibitors dedicated to literature and bibliophilia, on May 30–31, 2026, at the Bastille Design Center.
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Nanna : the cosy literary barge with a library and a bar at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral

A literary barge, Nanna, has moored at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. An ideal spot on the banks of the Seine to read a few books, attend events, and enjoy a drink!
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Networking: the Palais de la Porte Dorée launches its first literary festival in September 2026.

From September 25 to 27, 2026, the Palais de la Porte Dorée forges new links between words and history with its festival "Maillage". For this inaugural edition, the landmark is transformed into a vast workshop of stories where novels, graphic novels and performances intertwine.
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The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Free Book Fair: a giant dictation, a literary café and workshops

The Salon du livre de Saint Germain-des-Prés returns for a second edition on June 28 and 29, 2025! Join us on Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés for a host of free literary events!
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The Institut de France celebrates comics: a free literary event on graphic novels in Paris

On Saturday, March 14, 2026, the Institut de France will pay exceptional homage to comics to mark the centenary of René Goscinny. This free literary day, open to all, brings together conferences, encounters, and signings in this magnificent setting.
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Livre comme l'air 2026: the free festival dedicated to children's literature and illustration

The "Livre comme l'air" festival is making its comeback in the Roissy Pays de France metropolitan area, running from March 11 to April 4, 2026. The event celebrates children's literature and illustration across various libraries.
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Hors Limites 2026: The Free Contemporary Literature Festival Spanning the Entire Seine-Saint-Denis

From March 27 to April 11, 2026, the Contemporary Literature Festival Hors Limites will take over libraries, media centers, and cultural venues across Seine-Saint-Denis. The lineup includes musical readings, youth activities, and performances—all completely free to attend!
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Read to your heart's content: the free literary festival celebrating Hachette’s bicentennial at Palais Brongniart

From March 13 to 15, 2026, the Palais Brongniart will host the "Grandes Rencontres Hachette - Lire à la folie" festival, a free event celebrating two centuries of publishing. With signings, talks, and workshops, this festival encourages visitors of all ages to explore the fascinating world behind the pages of a book.
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Effractions 2026: The Free Contemporary Literature Festival at La Gaîté Lyrique

From February 18 to 22, 2026, the contemporary literature festival Effractions will return to La Gaité Lyrique, exploring the boundaries between reality and fiction through a series of discussions and workshops.
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Read Nature 2026: The Free Literary Fair at the Museum of Hunting and Nature

The Lire la Nature fair brings together book lovers at the Museum of Hunting and Nature on January 31 and February 1, 2026. The event features author meet-and-greets, panel discussions, and a variety of free activities.
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Montreuil Children's Book and Press Fair 2025: the free festival program (93)

The major children's literature event returns from November 26 to December 1, 2025, in Montreuil. It's another opportunity to celebrate reading with family and friends, free of charge!
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Festival des Livres, des Artistes 2025: a free celebrity book fair in the 7th arrondissement

On December 6 and 7, 2025, the Maison de la Chimie will host the free festival "Des Livres, Des Artistes" (Books, Artists), where many personalities will meet the public to talk about their works.