All about the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025

Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025 is one of the Middle East’s most prestigious cultural events, taking place from April 26 to May 5, 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The fair welcomes over 1,400 exhibitors from 96 countries, offering a rich variety of books, publications, and digital content in more than 60 languages.Under the theme “Knowledge Illuminates Our Community,” the 2025 edition celebrates the power of books and culture to unite people. This year, the fair highlights Ibn Sina as the Focus Personality, marking 1,000 years since his influential medical text The Canon of Medicine. The Caribbean Basin is honored as the Guest of Honour, bringing a vibrant mix of literature, music, and art from the region.