Third Madinah Book Fair Set to Take Place from July 30 to August 5

Madinah, The Gulf Observer: The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission has announced that the third Madinah Book Fair will be held from July 30 to August 5. The Saudi Press Agency reports that the event promises to be a cultural extravaganza, featuring over 300 Arab and international publishing houses and agencies spread across more than 200 booths.

Mohammed Hasan Alwan, CEO of the commission, emphasized the fair’s significance, noting the continuous support the cultural sector receives. He highlighted the event as a showcase of Madinah’s cultural importance and its role in enhancing the artistic movement and the Kingdom’s growing status in the publishing industry.

The fair has become an annual event, attracting thousands of visitors from diverse backgrounds. Alwan explained that the commission has ensured the latest edition offers a rich and integrated knowledge experience for visitors of all ages, building on the remarkable successes of previous fairs.

According to the Saudi Press Agency, the Madinah Book Fair aims to serve as a cultural platform that encourages community interest in reading, highlighting the talents of Saudi writers and creators while attracting prominent writers and publishers from the Kingdom, the region, and around the world.

The fair will feature cultural and intellectual activities designed to enrich the cultural sector and knowledge production, promoting a culture of reading. A significant area is dedicated to children, offering educational and skill-based activities and workshops to boost their creative abilities.

The event underscores the continuous growth and dynamism of Saudi Arabia’s cultural landscape, positioning Madinah as a central hub in the region’s literary and artistic movements.