Kolkata Book Fair

Date & Time

January 22 – February 3, 2026

Time: 12:00:00 PM

Location

Boimela Prangan, Central Park Mela Ground, Salt Lake, Kolkata

Entry fee

Free for all visitors

When

22 January–3 February, 2026

Noon–9pm daily

Where

Boimela Prangan, Central Park Mela Ground, Salt Lake, Kolkata

What it’s all about

The 49th International Kolkata Book Fair (IKBF 2026) is going to help millions of book lovers connect with leading publishers, rare collections, and leading authors. This prestigious book fair is not only the biggest in India but also one of the largest literary events to be held in Asia. Between book-buying binges, one can also enjoy literary talks, panels, music, art installations, and food zones.