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Open Book Festival

The Open Book Festival, held in Cape Town from September 4 to 6, is a literary event celebrating African storytelling, featuring writers, readers, culinary events, and a marketplace.

Date
Sep 4-6, 2026
Location
Cape Town
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Open Book Festival
Date
Sep 4-6, 2026
Location
Cape Town
Literary Festival African Stories Books

Event summary

Highlights

  • celebrating african storytelling
  • writer appearances
  • culinary events
  • festival marketplace
The Open Book Festival is an annual literary event in Cape Town, South Africa, scheduled from September 4 to 6. Launched in 2011, it has grown into a major literary gathering for the city, uniting writers, readers, and literature enthusiasts. The festival emphasizes the richness of African storytelling, offering a program that delves into various genres and themes reflecting diverse African experiences.

Hosted at the Homecoming Centre in District Six, the festival showcases both new and established African authors. Beyond literary discussions, the event includes culinary features with personalities like Onezwa Mbola and Karen Dudley. A festival marketplace provides an opportunity to support local businesses and creatives. Tickets for each event are R50 and can be purchased via Webtickets.

Practical details

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Homecoming Centre
mg.co.za
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Cape Town

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