This is where readings, book presentations and literary award ceremonies are held. In addition to the programme content, the cosy reading-tent atmosphere and free Yogi Tea offered in the entrance area invite readers to linger here. The “Lesezelt” (reading tent) offers room for 300 people. Seating options include alcoves along the edges and chairs in front of on the stage. An alcove is made available to organisers during their event.
Particularly attractive feature: You can also book the “Signierzelt” (book-signing tent) at the centre of the Agora for your author following your event.

Stage 16 sqm
max. 5 speakers
approx. 340 seats + 100 standing room places

Booking and advice: Judy Schwalm, schwalm@book-fair.com

Spanning 260 sqm, this light canopy in the middle of the Agora is one of the fair’s largest event areas, making it THE stage for activities and larger events of all kinds. Spanning 260 sqm, this light canopy in the middle of the Agora is one of the fair’s largest event areas, making it THE stage for activities and larger events of all kinds. The Open Stage offers a raised stage, audio system and plenty of space – an open-air space, it’s nevertheless weatherproof thanks to transparent side panels, heating units, parasol heaters and blankets. The giant screen behind the stage is a real eye-catcher, already attracting attention from afar. It makes it easy to trans- form the Open Stage into an open-air cinema...

Don’t forget: Also book a slot in “Signierzelt“ (book signing tent) for your author following your event.

Stage: 16 sqm
approx. 100 seating cubes, room for a large crowd for large events

Booking and advice:
Slots: Judy Schwalm, schwalm@book-fair.com

Everything here is dedicated to children’s and young adult media. Clear the stage for discussion groups, book presentations and author readings for the younger generation! Hall 3.0 is the centre of the kids’ universe: Here you will find all notable German-language children’s book publishers, as well as large and small exhibitors from Russia, Spain, Italy, Asia and many other countries and continents. From Wednesday to Friday, numerous prestigious award ceremonies, professional events dedicated to various topics and, of course, readings are held on the Kids‘ Stage. At the weekend, visitors and their children flock to see well-known authors of children’s and young adult media. This stage is perfect for dancing, singing and other performances!

Stage: 15 sqm
max. 5 speakers
approx. 60 seats + 100 standing room places

Our stage in Hall 5 is surrounded by exhibitors from all around the world. 16 This is a place for lively exchanges about current developments in the internati-
onal book industry, as well as about literature and about cultural policy issues. Also German publishers and institutions use this stage to promote internationally relevant topics. You too can present your products here to potential business partners from other countries, and encourage your own international partners to do the same. Of course, the stage is also suitable for readings by authors from all parts of the world, who can use it to present their works to an interested (trade) audience.

Stage: 12 sqm
max. 4 speakers
approx. 35 seats + 50 standing room places

Booking and advice: Judy Schwalm, schwalm@book-fair.com

Further information on International Diversity on the Frankfurt Book Fair

This innovative environment is ideal for current topics in science, education and technology as well as socio-political talks in the fields of politics, finance, economics and law. The Forum Science & Education shares a stage with exhibitors in the Hot Spot Education.

Stage: 15 sqm
max. 5 speakers
approx. 70 seats + 50 standing room places

Booking and advice: Martina Wolff de Carrasco, wolffdecarrasco@book-fair.com

Further information on academic publishing, specialist information, education

The Self-Publishing Area is where workshops, discussions, panels and presentations on the topic of self-publishing in the German market are held. Here, providers can give authors valuable tips regarding, for example, marketing their titles, book sales and self-publishing and rights issues. A large portion of the programme is put together by us and our partners – but there is still also room for your thematic presentation.

Stage: 15 sqm
max. 5 speakers
approx. 50 seats + 100 standing room places

Booking and advice: Katja Schmidt, k.schmidt@book-fair.com

Further information on the Self-Publishing Area

In one of the busiest halls of the Frankfurt Book Fair, companies present their newest cookbooks and baking books, wine guides, culinary travel guides, food-related fiction, enhanced e-books, apps, calendars as well as gift and decoration ideas. The media-effective SHOW KITCHEN iis the heart of the Gourmet Gallery and is very popular with trade and general visitors. Take advantage of this attractive stage to present your cooking show. The GOURMET SALON is available for your readings, wine tastings, press conference or talk.

Show Kitchen
Stage: 6 x 3.5 m, fully equipped kitchen
max. 4 people in the kitchen
approx. 50 seats + 300 standing room places

Gourmet Salon
Stage: 5 x 1.5 m
max. 3 speakers
approx. 30 seats + 50 standing room places

Booking and advice: Martina Stemann, stemann@book-fair.com

Education, exercise, books – and football: In the Culture Stadium „Goal for Education“, you can present your football-related titles or host educational discussions regarding your products. LitCam is a non-profit organisation that advocates for educational equality. It implements its own projects, which sup- port disadvantaged children and youth, equipping them with skills for life.

Stage: approx. 4 x 3 m
max. 5 speakers
approx. 50 seats (poufs) + 100 standing room places

Booking and advice: Antonia Stock, stock@book-fair.com

Further information on the LitCam-Project

The stages in the Hot Spots offer service and technology providers an ideal opportunity to present themselves as innovative businesses to a wide audience, easily and without extensive preparation. You can book the following thematic Hot Spots:

THE ARTS+ is the new marketplace for people dealing in cultural content – a space for the new avant-garde of the creative economy to meet.
THE ARTS+ RUNWAY is a stage for enthralling performances, interactive presentations and unexpected pitching events at the interface between creativity and technology. THE ARTS+ SALON brings together players from different industries. It is the ideal stage for interviews, talks or receptions.
Not directly bookable – curated programme

More information: Britta Friedrich, friedrich@book-fair.com

More on THE ARTS+

Our two signing tents stand at the heart of the Buchmesse. Here, visitors can get close to the authors signing their books.

Equipment:
1 table for signing and selling books, 2 chairs, 1 shelf for presenting books, book stands, a rear panel that can be used for posters etc., heater, service per- sonnel as contact persons and to guide visitors.
Those hosting activities on the Open Stage or in the Reading Tent can book slots in either of the signing tents following their event.

NEW: From September, exhibitors will be able to book free slots in the signing tents for sessions with authors who have not been involved in an event on one of the Agora stages. Please consult the calendar which we will make available in good time as part of the booking tool online.

Booking and Advice: Judy Schwalm,
schwalm@book-fair.com

Become an event organizer yourself and design your own programme. We’ll provide you with the stage, and with the sound and video equipment. The experienced trade-fair caterers Accente Services will take care of you and your guests. Create an ambience that fits your event and show your guests the Buchmesse in an entirely new, evening light.

In the halls: 6:00 – 8:00 pm inclusive setup and dismantling
On the Agora: 6:00 – 9:00 pm inclusive setup and dismantling

Booking and advice:
Slots: Judy Schwalm, schwalm@book-fair.com

Kurt Wolff Foundation, which promotes a diverse publishing and literature scene, stands for literary quality and exciting experimentation. On the Independent Publisher’s Reading Island, it organises an appropriately varied and ambitious series of readings, often with unfamiliar authors ready to be discovered here.
Not directly bookable – curated programme

Further information: Peter Diemer, diemer@book-fair.com

In the Orbanism Space, the stage is devoted to the topic of digital publishing. Trade visitors and the general public will be equally enthusiastic about the readings, interviews, panel discussions, actions and receptions held here.
Not directly bookable – curated programme

Further information: Peter Diemer, diemer@book-fair.com