Frankfurter Buchmesse 15 - 19 October 2025

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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.

October. Frankfurt. In the right place at the right time.

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Exhibitors from more than 90 countries

Publishers, service providers, literary agencies, and innovative start-ups from around the world. Find exactly what you're looking for - and much more.

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Unique business opportunities

As a trade visitor, take advantage of Frankfurter Buchmesse to establish business contacts and identify new trends.

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Countless events

Our calendar of events is constantly growing – with new highlights, exciting formats, and fresh ideas. It's worth taking a look!

Well prepared for your visit to the trade fair

Visitors at the fair ground at Hall 3.1

Information for visitors

All important information about your visit can be found here: opening hours, hall overview, a practical trade fair guide, as well as special tips and attractive offers for travel and accommodation.

Aussteller, die Bücher in ein großes Bücherregal stellen.

Information for exhibitors

Helpful tips for preparing for Frankfurter Buchmesse, a list of service providers, cancellation conditions and a calendar of events: here you will find everything you need for a successful participation.

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Frankfurt Connect

Get started now on the digital platform of Frankfurter Buchmesse. Make contacts with publishing, industry and media professionals, discover exhibitors, events and speakers, and stay up to date on all the highlights of #fbm25.

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.

To the Guest of Honour

Warm-up to the fair: online events and exclusive insights.

28 August 2025

The Hof

At The Hof you can exchange ideas with other publishing professionals from around the world in a relaxed atmosphere and discuss current trends that are moving the industry.

6. - 10. October 2025

Masterclasses

Join us for the free Masterclasses to explore innovations and trends, connect with international experts, and expand your knowledge – live or on demand, even before the fair begins.

September & October 2025

Frankfurt Rights Meeting

The Frankfurt Rights Meeting has been the meeting place for all decision-makers in the field of rights and licenses. This autumn, you will once again gain exclusive insights into current topics and trends in four digital sessions in September, followed by an exclusive networking reception at the fair.

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AI x Rights Paper

How is generative AI changing rights trading and copyright law? Our free paper provides you with the most important insights, market developments and recommendations for action.

This was Frankfurter Buchmesse 2024

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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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