# Porto Book Fair 13th edition programming

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/porto-book-fair-13th-edition-programming
> Updated: 2026-08-12T11:03:50.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The 13th edition of the Porto Book Fair, scheduled to take place from August 21 to September 6 at the Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, is expanding its scope by introducing international guests for the first time. Organizers describe the event as a “fair made by women,” focusing on feminist themes and discussions regarding gender-based violence, populism, and civic participation.

The program includes over 200 activities, such as a “Conversation Cycle” at the Almeida Garrett Municipal Library. Notable international participants include Palestinian journalist-poet Mohammed El Kurd, who will discuss the role of language in resisting oppression, and Mexican poet muxe de Juchitán de Zaragoza, who is set to discuss transgender rights. Additionally, the fair will honor Portuguese poet Inês Lourenço through various debates, recitations, and an exhibition titled “Na Lâmina Implacável do Tempo.”

## Timeline

### 2026-08-12: Porto Book Fair introduces international guests for 13th edition

The 13th Porto Book Fair introduces international guests, including Palestinian writer Mohammed El-Kurd, to discuss contemporary culture and resistance from August 21 to September 6.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/porto-book-fair-introduces-international-guests-for-13th-edition

### 2026-07-22: Porto Book Fair features Palestinian poet Mohammed El Kurd and honors Inês Lourenço

The 13th Porto Book Fair (21 Aug‑6 Sep) in Portugal features Palestinian poet Mohammed El Kurd and honors Portuguese poet Inês Lourenço, with a feminist‑focused programme of 200+ events.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/porto-book-fair-features-palestinian-poet-mohammed-el-kurd-and-honors-ins-loureno

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