The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre has announced the official dates of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair for the next five years, reflecting a clear organisational vision and a sustainable institutional planning approach, and reinforcing the Fair’s standing as a leading cultural and knowledge platform regionally and internationally.

The early confirmation of these dates provides publishers, authors, professionals, and cultural institutions with a clear planning horizon, enabling effective preparation for participation and supporting the coordinated development of the Fair’s cultural and professional programmes across each edition.

Official Dates of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (2026–2030):

•⁠  ⁠2026: 11–20 April 2026.

•⁠  ⁠2027: 24 April–3 May 2027.

•⁠  ⁠2028: 22 April–1 May 2028.

•⁠  ⁠2029: 28 April–7 May 2029.

•⁠  ⁠2030: 27 April–6 May 2030.

The ALC affirmed that the advance adoption of these dates supports the Fair’s long-term continuity and development, strengthens its role as a platform for cultural dialogue and knowledge exchange, and contributes to the growth of the publishing sector while attracting high-quality participation from the UAE and abroad.

The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair continues to serve as a key annual cultural landmark, bringing together diverse stakeholders from across the cultural landscape, promoting books and reading, strengthening the presence of Arabic content, and fostering meaningful exchange with global cultural experiences through an integrated programme that responds to the evolving dynamics of the publishing industry.