Dublin Book Festival 2026 at Royal Irish Academy of Music

Dublin Book Festival 2026 is a literature festival taking place from 4 to 8 November 2026 at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin. It celebrates Ireland's writers, illustrators and publishers. Over 100 events take place across 5 days in venues throughout Dublin City, featuring over 200 authors, illustrators, poets and musicians.

The programme covers events for all ages. Formats include author in-conversations, panel discussions, book launches and literary walking tours, as well as creative workshops, professional development events, and a full free family and schools' programme.

Subjects range from contemporary fiction, history, nature and science to poetry, non-fiction, art, wellbeing and children's literature. Many events are free to attend.