The Arab Publishers Association has announced the opening of registration for participation in the 67th Beirut Arab International Book Fair, which will take place from 8 to 18 October 2026 at Seaside Arena in Beirut, Lebanon. The fair is organised by the Arab Cultural Club in collaboration with the Publishers Syndicate Union in Lebanon. The Association has invited publishing houses and cultural institutions wishing to participate to complete their registration in accordance with the established rules and participation requirements.
The Association stated that applications will be accepted within the period specified in the official announcement, stressing the importance of submitting all required documentation and completing the applicable fee payments within the designated deadlines to secure application approval and exhibition space allocation. It also affirmed that participation is limited to publishing houses and cultural institutions with legally published works that respect intellectual property rights, while fully complying with the fair’s regulations and refraining from displaying or selling any publications that violate applicable laws and regulations.
The Arab Publishers Association affirmed that the Beirut Arab International Book Fair continues to strengthen its standing as one of the region’s leading cultural events, serving as a platform that brings together publishers, authors, readers, and cultural professionals from across the Arab world and beyond. The upcoming edition is expected to feature a rich cultural programme, including panel discussions, literary evenings, and book signings, alongside broad participation from Arab and international publishers.