30. Leipziger Typotage 2026

You can see type, but can you also hear it? A sound can move, irritate, connect. Typography? Can do that as well!

For its 30th anniversary, Leipziger Typotage is dedicating itself to the exciting connection between writing and sound—the Sound of Type. Because typography is more than just form: it has rhythm, tempo, volume, and pauses. What does typography actually sound like? What acoustic, musical, or linguistic qualities are contained in letters, words, and writing? And how do sound, voice, and rhythm influence our perception of type?

This year's speakers will approach this topic from very different perspectives and, together with the participants, take a look at the development and future of typography.

The event kicks off on Friday, April 17th, with a relaxed get-together. In an inspiring atmosphere, participants, speakers, and partners will come together for the first time to exchange ideas and get in the mood for the conference day. On Saturday, April 18th, the focus will shift to the content program. A diverse program of presentations will examine the Sound of Type from various perspectives. Opportunities for discussion and networking will make the day an intensive exchange on the present and future of typography. The 30th Typotage will conclude on Sunday, April 19th, with a workshop or a city tour along Leipzig's Notenspur (music trail).

The Leipziger Typotage is an event organized by the Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Druckkunst Leipzig e.V. and takes place in the Museum of Printing Arts. The Typotage sees itself as a platform for students and those interested in typography, graphic design, or art.

More information about the program here.

When?
April 17th–19th 2026,

Where?
Museum für Druckkunst Leipzig
Nonnenstraße 38
04229 Leipzig

Tickets can be booked here. The number of participants is limited.