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Doha International Book Fair

Name: Doha International Book Fair
Start: 2026-05-14T09:00:00+08:00
End: 2026-05-23T18:00:00+08:00
Location: Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre
Rating: 4.4

DOHA INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR

Dates: 2026.05.14-05.23Show Hours: 09:00-18:00

Venue: Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre

Highlights: An international book fair for the book publishing and cultural industries in the Middle East.

Standard booth|9 m² incl. basic setup

Blank booth|From 18 m², construction not included

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Group tour

Duration13 days / 12 nights

Airport transferLocal receptionEntry badge4-star hotelBusiness mealsFull transportSightseeing

29000 CNY/person

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Exhibition Data

1/1
Edition

29000㎡
Exhibition area

335
Exhibitors

35000
Visitors

Doha Book Expo Details

The Doha International Book Fair in Qatar is a key cultural and trade platform in the Middle East, focusing on book publishing, copyright trading, and cultural exchange, with participation from Arab countries and global publishing houses. Under the theme “Why Don’t You Think?,” the fair offers a diverse program featuring seminars, author signings, children’s activities, and more, attracting 335 exhibitors from 31 countries. Its core value lies in providing Chinese publishers with a targeted channel to promote their culture and expand partnerships in the Middle East and North Africa markets.

Industry:: Book fair QatarBook fair

Organizer:: Qatar Cultural Heritage Center

City:: Qatar

Venue:: Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre

Address:: Backside of Citycenter Mall، Westbay,Doha

Profile

The Doha International Book Fair (DIBF) is a key event under the Middle East International Cultural Festival. This edition is themed "Why Don't You Think?". It will feature a diverse array of cultural activities, including seminars, lectures, author book signings, and children's programs. (Copyright of this content belongs to Juzhan. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.)

The Doha International Book Fair will once again host targeted business matchmaking sessions, enabling international exhibitors and Middle Eastern publishers to explore new opportunities and forge partnerships. Covering an exhibition area of 29,000 square meters, this edition attracted 335 publishing houses and institutions from 31 countries across the Arab world and beyond.

Chinese publishing enterprises frequently participate with themed books and cultural creative products, using literature as a bridge to fulfill the mission of "telling China's stories well and spreading Chinese culture," thereby helping global readers understand China and its heritage. The Doha International Book Fair serves as the premier trade platform for Chinese publishers to expand into the Middle East and North African markets.

Doha International Book Fair tickets are e-tickets. Domestic and international visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name passport verification. After purchase, the organizer verifies visitor identity. Visitors who do not meet entry requirements may need to submit additional documents. Once approved, you will receive email confirmation or a QR code. On site, present your original passport and confirmation letter to collect a paper badge, or scan the QR code to enter.

Partial exhibitor directory and exhibitor list for Doha International Book Fair: Penguin Random House, Oxford University Press, Goodword Books, Academic India Publishers, Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, Austin Macauley Publishers, and others. The 2026 edition is expected to feature 500+ exhibiting companies. To obtain the full exhibitor directory (including booth numbers and contact details), please visit the official exhibition website or contact Jufair.