Literary festivals and book fairs launch across Latin America and Spain

Various international book fairs and literary festivals are taking place across Latin America and Spain, promoting reading and cultural exchange through diverse programming.

In Mexico, the 26th Feria Internacional del Libro (FIL) del Zócalo is scheduled for October 2026 in Mexico City, featuring musical acts like Salón Victoria and Yucatán a Go Go. Meanwhile, the second edition of the Feria Internacional del Libro de Celaya (FILCEL) is underway, offering over 300 free activities including workshops and concerts.

In Ecuador, the Feria Internacional del Libro de Quito (FIL Quito) 2026 has opened at the Quito Exhibition Center. Despite initial municipal cancellation concerns, the event is being supported by the national government with a total investment of approximately $450,000, featuring over 50 international authors.

Other notable events include the 8th Municipal Book Fair in General Roca, Argentina, which features over 20 book presentations, and the literary tours held during the Festival Internacional Cervantino in Guanajuato, Mexico. Additionally, the Feria del Libro in Jerez, Spain, is celebrating the centenary of writer José Manuel Caballero Bonald with more than 80 activities.