The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission is preparing to organize the Jeddah Book Fair 2025, scheduled to take place from December 11 to 20 at the Jeddah Superdome.
The fair will see the participation of more than 1,000 local and international publishing houses and agencies representing 24 countries, distributed across 400 exhibition booths, SPA reported.
The event will host a distinguished group of writers, thinkers and intellectuals from within the Kingdom and abroad, offering visitors a rich and diverse cultural program over ten days that spans literary, intellectual and scientific fields.
CEO of the commission Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Alwasel said that the Jeddah Book Fair is a prominent cultural event reflecting the rapid growth of the literature, publishing and translation sector, supported by the continuous backing of the wise leadership.
He emphasized that the fair is among the most important cultural platforms contributing to the objectives of Vision 2030 by promoting creative industries and intellectual engagement.
Dr. Alwasel added that the exhibition will feature an extensive cultural program comprising more than 170 events, including lectures, seminars and workshops. It will also include a dedicated children’s area designed to cater to different age groups, offering literary, cultural and recreational activities, as well as competitions aimed at inspiring children and adolescents, nurturing their love of reading and exploration and developing their talents.
