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Bologna Children’s Book Fair – Italy

The premier international trade show for children's publishing, gathering authors, illustrators, agents, and buyers from around the world.

Duration

Mar 2 - Mar 5, 2026

Location

Bologna, Italy

Expected Attendees

30,000

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Organizer Rating

4.6

Exhibitors1,250

Venue Space50,000 sqm

About This Exhibition

The Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2026 is the global hub for the children's publishing industry, featuring over 1,250 exhibitors, a vibrant rights marketplace, award ceremonies, and a dynamic Kids’ Zone. Held at BolognaFiere, the event attracts more than 30,000 trade visitors, including publishers, literary agents, distributors, educators, and media professionals seeking the latest trends, digital storytelling solutions, and cross‑border rights opportunities.

Key Features

International rights marketplace with live negotiation rooms

Illustration awards ceremony and exhibition

Workshops on digital storytelling and AI‑driven publishing

Kids’ Zone with interactive storytelling installations

Networking lounges and business matchmaking platform

Live author signings and panel discussions

Market research lounge with industry reports

Target Audience

Publishing houses

Literary agents

Authors & illustrators

Book distributors

Library procurement managers

Educators & school librarians

Media & press

Venue Information

BolognaFiere – Padiglione 1

Bologna

4.5

15km from International Airport

Venue Facilities

High‑speed Wi‑Fi throughout exhibition halls

On‑site catering and coffee lounges

Business lounges with meeting rooms

Interpretation and translation suites

Showcase areas for new releases

On‑site printing and graphic services

Transportation

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) – 15 km

Bologna Central Train Station – 2 km

Public bus lines 1, 5, 11 with direct stops at BolognaFiere

Shuttle service between major hotels and the venue

Bike‑share stations near the exhibition centre

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral

Waste Reduction

Digital First

Sustainable Catering

Public Transport Incentives

Environmental Goals

Reduce CO₂ emissions by 30% compared with 2023 edition

Achieve 70% waste diversion from landfill

Increase use of biodegradable packaging by 40%

Promote circular economy practices among exhibitors

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Organizer Informations

Bologna Children’s Book Fair S.p.A.

Bologna

Since 2000

4.6 organizer rating

Registration

Visitor Registration

Free

Opens: March 2, 2026

Exhibitor Registration

EUR 0

Closes: December 15, 2025

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