Consider yourself a bookworm? Whether you like to throw a few beach reads into your suitcase or you’re an avid reader all year round, during your sun-kissed holidays to Cuba you must head to the capital to the Havana International Book Fair.
Each February, the olde worlde 18th century Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabaña (Fort of Saint Charles) overlooking the harbour, transforms into one of the biggest book fairs in the world. The capital plays host to this wonderful event – which focuses on a new genre, issue, or author each year – for 10 days before it relocates to other Cuban cities for a further two weeks, ending in Santiago de Cuba. This year will mark the 31st International Book Fair of Havana, taking place from the 3rd – 13th February.
This corner of Havana is a haven for fans of all ages and interests, featuring everything from poetry readings and art exhibitions to children’s activities and live concerts – providing hours of entertainment that stretches far beyond your favourite novels. Besides bibliophiles, attendees will rub shoulders with publishers, international authors, political officials, and even celebrities present at the popular fair, which has rightfully made its name as Cuba’s premier cultural event.
While the main stage of the Havana International Book Fair (so to speak) resides at San Carlos de la Cabaña, fair-goers can flit between a handful of additional venues also set to play host at the upcoming 2022 event, including Pabellón Cuba, Casa Del Alba Cultural, and Dulce Maria Loynaz Cultural Centre – where you can catch a variety of literary and artistic events.
Listen to fascinating author lectures as they discuss their latest work, browse hundreds of thousands of books (literally), visit the cinema, or simply let yourself be drawn to the live music and drool-worthy food stalls, when you visit the Havana International Book Fair!
The 31st annual Havana International Book Fair is set to take place on February 4th – 11th 2022.
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