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Gijón Book Fair 2026 Guide
The Gijón/Xixón Book Fair arrives packed with unmissable literary proposals for this June 21, 2026. Join us on this tour of the Paseo de Begoña, where literature, history, and music come together for an unforgettable day.
Literary morning at the Fair
We begin the day with a wide variety of proposals ranging from literary translation to children's storytelling, ideal for enjoying with family or on your own.
Discover how great universal works sound in Asturian through the Calume Collection. The event will take place in the Atalaya Tent and will feature an intimate talk about the translation process. It is a fantastic opportunity to learn about works like 'Eva', by Ersi Sotiropoulos, from the experts.
The Alborá Tent hosts this storytelling session, ideal for enjoying with the family. María Menéndez-Ponte will present her work 'La agente Pisotón' in a meeting full of imagination. It is an activity open to the general public that promises to captivate both young and old.
Jesús Burgoa invites us to an unforgettable time presenting his work 'Un error morrocotudo y otros cuentos pistonudos'. This event, also in the Alborá Tent, is a fantastic opportunity to bring literature closer to the little ones. Come share a magical moment in the heart of the fair.
Najat El Hachmi will talk about her work 'Los secretos de Nur' in the Atalaya Tent. This meeting, organized together with the Tertulia Feminista Les Comadres, will feature the participation of Amelia Valcárcel. It is an inspiring appointment, ideal for enjoying a morning of culture and reflection.
Xuan Carlos Busto Cortina offers us a revealing talk about the origin and evolution of the terms that define our language. Accompanied by Inaciu Galán in the Alborá Tent, the author will reflect on the 'surdimientu del glotónimu bable'. It is an open activity to delve into linguistic identity.
Writer Elvira Navarro presents her work 'La sangre está cayendo en el patio' in the Atalaya Tent. In conversation with Diego Llorente, the author will delve into the details of her creative process. It is an open activity, perfect for those who enjoy intimate literary talks.
Pablo Und Destruktion arrives at the Alborá Tent to present his work 'Música de carne'. In a special talk with Tono Permuy, the artist will reveal the keys to his new work. It is a perfect plan to discover this musical release firsthand in an unbeatable setting.
Paula Pulgar Alves and José Antonio Calzón present 'Petronila Lupperkrüt y los breves' in the Alborá Tent. Together with José Luis Rendueles, they will talk about this work in a relaxed atmosphere. It is the perfect opportunity to learn about the inspiration behind this book.
Berto García will talk to us about his work 'Xera' in the Atalaya Tent. He will be in conversation with Sofía Castañón, offering an intimate and revealing talk. It is an ideal plan to get closer to current literature in a relaxed atmosphere.
Discover the universe of 'Lutano', the work published by Pez de Plata, in this special meeting. Paloma Campomanes will guide an intimate conversation about the details of this fascinating story. It is the perfect plan for literature lovers looking to delve deeper into their readings.
Rafa Codes invites us on a historical journey about the Royal Philanthropic Expedition of the Vaccine. Through this review, we will learn about the figure of Isabel Zendal and her fight against the disease. It is an instructive and exciting talk about a milestone that changed the world.
Ana María Díaz-Marcos presents 'Ernestina González (1856-1976). Un pulso antifranquista' in a meeting moderated by Carmen Suárez. It is a unique opportunity to get closer to the legacy of a fascinating historical figure. We look forward to seeing you to share this afternoon of culture and reflection.
Tips
- Check the full program at the Paseo de Begoña so you don't miss any last-minute changes.
- Arrive a few minutes early to the tents to secure your seat at the most popular talks.
- Take advantage of the breaks between events to visit the book stalls and discover new readings.