Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025

The Frankfurter Buchmesse is the world’s largest trade fair for books and a global gathering place for the publishing and cultural sectors. As Guest of Honor at the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025, the Philippines will showcase around 100 authors and creatives in over 77 literary events from October 15 to 19. In addition, 50 artists will be featured across exhibitions, performances, and films. The theme—The imagination peoples the air—is inspired by a line from José Rizal’s novel Noli Me Tangere, and reflects the deep connections between Philippine literature, culture, and history. It invites audiences to engage with the rich storytelling traditions of the archipelago’s 7,841 islands.

Leading up to the fair, a wide-ranging cultural program will unfold in Berlin, Frankfurt am Main, and Heidelberg. Conceived by the Philippines and curated by Patrick Flores in collaboration with major German cultural institutions, the program highlights the country’s vibrant contemporary art scene, its deep-rooted traditions, and some of its most celebrated artists. For many of the participating venues, it will be the first—or one of the very few—times that Philippine work takes center stage.

When?
Trade visitors: Wednesday, October 15th, 2025—Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Private visitors: Friday, October 17th, 2025—Sunday, October 19th, 2025

Where?
Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 45
60327, Frankfurt am Main
Germany

Further information here.

© Pictures by Marc Jacquemin, Anett Weirauch, Holger Menzel, Ingo Hattendorf