Literary rendezvous

Levallois Historical Novel Fair: Books, Meet-the-Authors Events and Workshops—The Programme

The Levallois Historical Novel Fair will take place at Levallois Town Hall on November 14 and 15, 2026, bringing history to life for children and adults through book signings and literary panel discussions.

Montreuil Book and Children's Press Fair (Seine-Saint-Denis, 93): the free program for the 2026 festival

The Children’s Book and Press Fair returns to Paris Montreuil Expo from November 25 to 30, 2026. Its 42nd edition explores the theme “On the Borders of Reality,” with free admission by ticket.

Afro-Caribbean Children’s Book Fair 2026: a free weekend in Barbès

The Afro-Caribbean children’s book fair is moving from Clichy to Barbès. On November 7 and 8, 2026, its 11th edition will offer talks, storytelling and workshops for families at the Tati building, with free entry upon registration.

La Maison des Histoires, an immersive museum for children aged 0 to 7, hidden in a bookshop

Behind the Chantelivre bookshop lies a fun-filled children's museum for the very young! La Maison des Histoires immerses the whole family in the literary worlds of l'École des Loisirs, between Cornebidouille and the Maximonstres!

SoBD 2026: Paris welcomes back the free-to-attend comic-book fair

Comics take center stage in Paris, with SoBD 2026! Come enjoy the best of French and international comics, from December 4 to 6, 2026 at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux.

Chaville in Comics 2026: the free festival returns on November 28–29

Chaville en BD returns on 28 and 29 November 2026 for its tenth edition. This free festival brings together comic-book fans at the Jean-Jaurès sports complex in Hauts-de-Seine.

PAGE(S) 2026: the free fair for artist’s books at the Palais de la Femme in Paris

The PAGE(S) fair runs from November 27 to 29, 2026 at the Palais de la Femme in the 11th arrondissement. This free edition gathers 70 publishers and showcases Michel Butor’s illustrated books.

Biblis Goes Wild 2026: The free schedule to read this weekend in Île-de-France

Biblis en folie returns for its 3rd edition in libraries and media libraries across France, including Paris and the Île-de-France region, with free activities for the whole family from October 2 to 4, 2026, and an open-air library at the Palais-Royal this Friday.

Lisons Libres: A celebration of independent publishing at the heart of the Halle des Blancs-Manteaux

EDIF returns with its festive fair dedicated to independent publishing, from September 18–20, 2026 at the Halle des Blancs-Manteaux. Three days to discover Île-de-France’s vibrant independent publishing scene through author encounters, workshops, and signings, in the company of around a hundred publishing houses.

2026 International Rare Book and Graphic Arts Fair at Carreau du Temple

From December 4 to 6, 2026, enjoy an exceptional book fair at the Carreau du Temple, bringing together rare and antique books to suit every budget, for collectors and newcomers alike.

Read & Shine: the free, socially engaged literary festival making its return to La Gaîté Lyrique

Literature takes over La Gaîté Lyrique this Saturday, September 19, 2026, on the occasion of the fourth edition of the Read & Shine festival. Placed under the banner of feminism and anti-racism, this free event brings people together for round-table discussions, family-friendly workshops, and engaged conversations.

Fontainebleau Book Fair: book signings, meetings and conferences in Seine-et-Marne (77)

On Sunday, September 27, 2026, Fontainebleau will become a gathering hub for literature enthusiasts, hosting talks and book signings for its Book Festival, just for one day under the banner of reading.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.