With a positive balance. The FILBo 2026 was consolidated as one of the most important cultural events in Latin America
Between April 21 and May 4, 2026, Bogotá again became an epicenter of the publishing world with the 38 edition of the FILBo, held in Corferias under the motto "Hearing is reading us," an invitation to reflection and dialogue through reading.
The International Book Fair of Bogotá (FILBo) 2026, 21 April-4 May Corfairs, was consolidated as one of the most important cultural events in Latin America, with an edition marked by thematic diversity, international presence and high public assistance. This is the balance of one of the great cultural events of the country's capital in the course of the year.
Key
- More than 2,000 to 2,300 cultural activities between talks, launches and workshops.
- Estimated assistance over 600,000 visitorsOne of the highest in his history.
- Participation of authors and professionals from multiple countries, strengthening its international character.
India, guest of honor and cultural focus
The guest country was India, which starred in one of the most striking pavilions with literature, cinema, dance and cultural forums, in addition to the participation of dozens of authors.
The thematic axis revolved around the value of silence and listening to it in times of overinformation, through discussions on literature, politics, science, mental health and technology.
Events and highlights
- Political discussions and discussionsincluding a presidential debate and dialogues on the peace process with figures such as Juan Manuel Santos.
- Meetings with international authors such as Kiran Desai, Deepti Kapoor and Martin Baron, along with Latin American writers such as Piedad Bonnett and Laura Restrepo.
- Literary tributeincluding the writer Alvaro Cepeda Samudio.
- Extensive agenda editorial launches, academic workshops and children's and youth literature spacesOne of the big bets at the fair.
- Integration of literature with other arts (music, cinema, digital thinking), extending its scope beyond the traditional book.
- Sales trend: Colombian literature leads the demand in the FILBo 2026, with a strong focus on national authors.
- Most sought after books: "The hour of the wolves" by Mario Mendoza, "The blind army" (winner Alfaguara), "Control" by Freddy Vega and "Dawn in the harvest" by Suzanne Collins lead the most sold.
- Featured author: The Colombian Mario Mendoza He led the demand, consolidating the preference for local talent.
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