The Emirates Literature Festival continues to be one of the region’s most influential cultural events, uniting readers and writers from around the world to celebrate storytelling, creativity, and the exchange of ideas. Nearly 200 speakers from more than 40 nationalities take part each year, reflecting the festival’s commitment to diverse voices and meaningful dialogue.
Location: InterContinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City
Dates: January 21–27, 2026
Featured Authors: Wole Soyinka, Jung Chang, Ruth Ware, R.F. Kuang, Asma Khan, Plestia Alaqad, Vir Das, and many other global and regional writers across fiction, non‑fiction, poetry, journalism, and children’s literature.
Workshops & Creative Sessions: The festival offers a wide range of workshops, panels, performances, and interactive sessions for readers, aspiring writers, families, and young creatives.
The official website for the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is:
https://www.emirateslitfest.com
