Malta Book Festival 2026
Malta Book Festival 2026
Dates: 4–8 November 2026
Venue: Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali
Hours: Wed 4 Nov 09:00–21:00; Thu 5–Fri 6 Nov 09:00–13:00 and 17:00–21:00; Sat 7 Nov 09:00–21:00; Sun 8 Nov 09:00–20:00
Admission: Free (all events)
The Malta Book Festival (Il-Festival Nazzjonali tal-Ktieb) is Malta’s main annual book-culture celebration, organised by the National Book Council. The 47th edition’s theme is Uncover the Story. Last year’s edition drew over 40,000 visitors, 40+ exhibitors and 100+ programme events.
The official 2026 page lists special guests Ian Rankin and Esther García Llovet, plus author talks, workshops and family activities (full programme still being announced). Primary and secondary students can use a €20 book voucher at festival booksellers; independent student registration opens 15 October 2026. School groups must book visits in advance.
Organiser: National Book Council, Bice Mizzi Vassallo Complex, Arnheim Road, Pembroke PBK 1776, Malta. Festival site: https://ktieb.org.mt/maltabookfestival/the-2026-malta-book-festival/
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Ta' Qali - Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, Malta