Book Fair 2026 at Queen Sirikit Center: Dates, Schedule, and Booth Layout Here

Book Fair 2026 Is back again Get ready to attend the 54th National Book Week and the 24th International Book Week held under the theme “ Read The Legend: Opening a New Chapter in Reading ” organized by the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT). The event gathers renowned publishers from across the country to set up booths offering a diverse range of books for avid readers to explore.

Thairath Online has summarized interesting information about the 2026 Book Fair for you, including event dates, venue, opening hours, booth layout, activity schedule, and highlights.

Book Fair 2026 at Queen Sirikit Center: When is it held? What are the opening hours?

• Event duration : From 26 March to 6 April 2026
• Opening hours : From 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• Venue : Halls 5 - 8, LG Floor, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center
• Admission fee : Free entry, no charge
• How to get there : Take the Blue Line MRT to Queen Sirikit Center Station, Exit 3. Then walk through the connecting tunnel to enter the book fair.

Booth layout for Book Fair 2026 at Queen Sirikit Center featuring leading publishers across Thailand

The exhibition area is divided into seven main zones covering every reader’s interest, including general books, fiction and literature, Boys’ Love novels (Wonder Y), comics and youth books (Book Wonderland), children’s and educational books, old books, andforeign language books.Additionally, various organizations will host activities to add excitement throughout the event.

A key highlight of the 2026 Book Fair at Queen Sirikit Center in March is the special promotions and discounts from publishers, offering new releases, bestsellers, and popular titles at attractive prices for readers seeking their favorite books during this annual book festival.

You can check the detailed booth layout and list of booths for the 54th National Book Week here.

Highlights of activities at "Book Fair 2026" at Queen Sirikit Center in March: What's interesting?

The Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT), supported by the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, invites readers to experience the power of letters and legendary stories through a variety of activities carefully selected for all readers. This year features 14 check-in points and engaging seminars as follows:

1. "Read the Legend: Forbidden (Forgotten) Books" Exhibition

• Location: Booths U05 and U07, in front of Halls 5 - 6
• Details: Revisiting the history of books once banned but valuable enough never to be forgotten, exploring history through the pages.

2. Exhibition on the Light of Wisdom in Her Majesty the Queen Mother’s Works

• Location: Booth U10, in front of Hall 7
• Details: A collection showcasing the illuminating works reflecting the Queen Mother’s royal duties and philosophies.

3. Author's Salon

• Location: Booth A02 in Hall 5 (Lakeside side)
• Details: A space to meet, converse, and share inspiration with writers and experts in the book industry.

4. Meet the Legends: Meet Your Favorite Authors

• Location: Booth T02 in Hall 8
• Details: An opportunity to get close to legendary authors you admire, with special activities sure to impress avid readers.

5. National Book Award Competition: "Charas Saeng: Humanities and Social Sciences"

• Location: Booth A15 in Hall 5, MRT side (right side)

6. Exhibition: Reading Buddhist Legends through the Literary World

• Location: Booth A16 in Hall 5
• Details: Exploring beliefs and Buddhist legends through engaging media and modern presentations.

7. Exhibition: From Faith to Wisdom of the Ages

• Location: Booth A10 in Hall 5
• Details: An exhibition detailing the history of Catholic printing through the CMYK concept in four zones, covering origins, missions, and literary productions.

8. Read as a Legend Award Competition

• Details: Support and cheer for the search to find the ultimate professional reader — who will be the next legend!

9. Exhibition: "Thai Creative Ways: Thai Works in Taiwan"

• Location: Booth U04 at Hall 5 entrance (Lakeside side)
• Details: Showcasing the success of Thai creative works that have gained recognition in Taiwan, reflecting Thai creativity on the global stage.

10. Global Author Spotlight Stage

• Location: Central stage
• Details: Spotlighting world-class authors with panel discussions that expand your imagination.

11. Little Read Universe: Legend Alive

• Location: Booth U02 in front of Hall 5 (MRT side)
• Details: An exhibition inviting you to discover the legend within yourself through magical stories and familiar characters from picture books, along with a wide selection of books to read.You can enjoy reading to your heart’s content..

12. Legend Trail Bingo Activity: Unlock the Legendary Path

• Location: Booth U09, information point in front of Hall 7
• Details: Join the bingo rally to find treasures of knowledge and receive special prizes.

13. Y Book Journey Exhibition

• Location: Booth A31 in Hall 5, MRT side (left side)
• Details: Trace the "Boys’ Love" legend from Thailand to the world, diving deep into the Y-novel phenomenon which leads the Thai book market.

14. Y Book Day Stage Activities

• Location: Booth A02, Author's Salon stageOn Saturday,4 April 2026
• Details: A special day for the Y community with fun activities and the largest gathering of Boys’ Love fans.

Interesting activities inside Book Fair 2026 at Queen Sirikit Center In addition, there are spaces for exchanging ideas and building connections for book lovers not to be missed at four key points, including

1. Book Symposium: A platform for exchanging book knowledge (MR 205) held from 2 - 5 April 2026
2. School Leaders Exchange: Seminar for education administrators to transform reading in Thailand (MR 202)
3. Fellowship Program: An international exchange and networking project
4. Bangkok Rights Fair Reception & Networking: A gathering for rights professionals, authors, and publishers from abroad to meet and network
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Thank you for the information from:Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand,www.thailandbookfair.com, FacebookThai Book Fair