Frankfurter Buchmesse

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Frankfurter Buchmesse is the defining fair for the print and digital content business, as well as an outstanding social and cultural event. From 15 to 19 October 2025 it will be that time again: publishing experts and representatives of the creative industries, authors and celebrities, journalists and culture enthusiasts from around the globe will gather in Frankfurt – to network and exchange ideas, to negotiate and make decisions, to discover and to celebrate.

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A Glimpse Back – And a Taste of What's to Come.

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4300
exhibiting companies from 92 countries
230000
visitors
3300
events
7500
media representatives from more than 50 countries

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Get to know the Guest of Honour 2025

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Philippines – "The imagination peoples the air"

The cultural landscape of the 2025 Guest of Honour, the Philippines, is characterized by multiple influences, diverse culture and unique storytelling.

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Make new contacts and scout trends even before the trade fair begins

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Meet the publishing community at The Hof

Experience the Frankfurt factor all year round with our digital networking format The Hof! Our next session with the #fbm25 Guest of Honour, the Philippines, will take place on 28 August. Experience an unforgettable hour, chat with publishing colleagues and look forward to solid business advice, serendipity, mindfulness and live music!

Frankfurt Rights Meeting – Hybrid Edition

Get your Early Bird ticket now to benefit from innovative business cases, exclusive insights and networking with industry leaders at the hybrid Frankfurt Rights Meeting in September and October 2025. This year, we'll focus on the latest trends and data around AI, Digital Licensing, Spanish-Language Markets and Merchandising/Licensing.