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XXVIII Santo Domingo International Book Fair (FILSD 2026)

The XXVIII Santo Domingo International Book Fair (FILSD 2026) is the Dominican Republic’s premier literary and cultural festival, scheduled to take place from September 24 to October 4, 2026. Held at the Plaza de la Cultura Juan Pablo Duarte, this 11-day event brings together international publishers, authors, and academic delegations to celebrate literary exchange and regional culture.

Date
Sep 24 - Oct 4, 2026
Location
Santo Domingo
Status
Ongoing
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XXVIII Santo Domingo International Book Fair (FILSD 2026)

Event summary

Highlights

  • Guest country Panama
  • Honored author José Antonio Mármol Peña
  • Presentation of 10 new titles by Editora Nacional
  • Awarding of the 2026 Eduardo León Jimenes National Book Fair Prize
Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the 28th edition of the fair features Panama as the guest country and honors the renowned Dominican poet, essayist, and thinker José Antonio Mármol Peña. The event occupies the entire Plaza de la Cultura complex, hosting dedicated pavilions for regional and international publishing houses, as well as specialized spaces for children’s literature, workshops, and academic discussions.

Program highlights include the presentation of ten new titles by the Editora Nacional and the awarding of the 2026 Eduardo León Jimenes National Book Fair Prize. Visitors can participate in a variety of activities including conferences, colloquiums, and book signings featuring writers from Spain and across Latin America. The fair serves as a major platform for both established literary figures and emerging voices in the Caribbean and beyond.

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Plaza de la Cultura Juan Pablo Duarte
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