Thailand’s biggest book fair returns this October

Thailand's annual book pilgrimage is back. Book Expo Thailand 2026, the 31st edition of the National Book Fair, takes over Halls 5 to 7 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre from Oct 23 to Nov 1, bringing ten packed days of browsing, discounts and new discoveries.

It has a strong act to follow. The 30th edition, held earlier this year, drew more than 1.5 million visitors across 11 days, smashing previous records with total sales topping B474 million. Gen Z made up over 70% of attendees, with horror and detective fiction leading the way.

Organised by the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT), the fair brings together publishers from across the country under one sprawling roof. The layout spans seven dedicated zones: general titles, fiction and literature, Y fiction (under the Wonder Y banner), comics and teen reads (Book Wonderland), children's and educational books, second-hand books and foreign-language titles.

Special discounts and publisher-led promotions run throughout the event — making this  one of the better times of year to stock up without too much justification required. You can come with a list or just browse; either way, it’s easy to lose a few hours moving between shelves.

Getting there is straightforward. Take the MRT to Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre and head out through Exit 3.

Event Details

Oct 23-Nov 1. 

Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, Halls 5-7 (LG Floor). 

MRT Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (Exit 3)

Entry: Free

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