The 24th International Book Fair Santo Domingo 2022 will be held in the Colonial City from April 23 to May 2. This year’s theme is « Come to the book ». It is dedicated to Dominican writers Carmen Natalia and Pedro Peix. The European Union is the special guest. Details:

– 70 guests from 15 countries, 12 Dominican authors from the diaspora, 100 international publishing imprints and 150 national writers.

– 85 new books and magazines, 15 belonging to Editora Nacional.

– 60 literary workshops for youngsters and adults, 30 children’s workshops, 50 training cycles and 50 conferences and lectures.

– European cinema billboard curated by the French Embassy and the Alianza Francesa.

– 1 inclusive pavilion for the visually impaired and 2 science fiction literature salons.

– 20 artistic activities linked to books and reading.

– 50 recitals and poetry readings, and 25 activities with storytellers.

– Participation of 30 theater companies, with 150 actors, in seven theaters.

– Performances, living statues, street theater and indoor theater.

– 1 comic pavilion integrated with the Trampolín Museum, with a children’s program.

– 1 business center, radio booth and podcast.

– Broadcast on television, radio, and the YouTube channel of the Ministry of Culture.

– Event free of plastic bags, as a contribution to the preservation of the environment.