Book lovers are invited to immerse themselves in the world of literature as the 11th Chiang Mai Book Fair 2026 returns to Chiang Mai Hall at Central Chiang Mai Airport from 26 June – 5 July 2026.
Organised by the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT) in collaboration with Central Pattana Plc, operator of Central Chiang Mai Airport, the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, and Thailand Post, this year’s fair promises one of Northern Thailand’s largest celebrations of books, storytelling and creative learning.
The fair was officially opened by Kasorn Kamnoedphet, Director of the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, alongside Nattakorn Wuttichaipornkul, President of PUBAT; Suwit Rungwattanapaiboon, Vice President for Domestic Affairs; Sira Santitranon, General Manager of Central Chiang Mai Airport; and representatives from Thailand Post.
Visitors can explore more than 210 booths featuring leading publishers from across Thailand, alongside a wide range of exhibitions and interactive activities designed to inspire readers of all ages.
Highlights include the Read the Legend exhibition, storytelling competitions for children aged 6–12, The Book I Love illustration contest supported by the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, The Legend Playground, and creative workshops hosted by TK Park. Together, these activities encourage greater public engagement with books, literacy and lifelong learning.
One of the fair’s biggest attractions is its extensive programme of author talks and panel discussions featuring some of Thailand’s best-known writers, illustrators and creators. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet personalities including Nat Thaipun, author of Thai: Anywhere and Everywhere and winner of MasterChef Australia 2024; Mor Tang and Pharaoh from Chanasut Publishing; Prapt, presenting his latest novel Dek Den; Joe Bongo, creator of Myth Universe; bestselling novelist Sammon; Navapas, author of Hemanta Tawan Ron; Nontatee Sasiwimon, creator of Letters from Cat Planet and Parcels from Dog Planet; Lawliet30101979, author of the bestselling supernatural novel Luang Ta Told You Not to Ride Out at 3am… The Pret Are Fierce; as well as Apichart Phetleela, Uruda Khovin, Wanwan, and Nianpatee.
Aspiring writers can also join the Editor 101 workshop, led by acclaimed editor Kwa Chuen Bangkhombang, editor of an award-winning SEA Write title, offering practical insights into transforming ideas into published books.
The fair also features a diverse series of talks organised by academic and public institutions, including the Tourism Research and Development Centre of the Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Chiang Mai University, and the Faculty of Business Administration and Liberal Arts, Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna, among others, covering topics ranging from literature and culture to tourism and contemporary society.
Whether you’re searching for your next great read, hoping to meet your favourite author, or looking for inspiring activities for the whole family, the 11th Chiang Mai Book Fair 2026 offers something for everyone.
Chiang Mai Book Fair 2026 runs 26 June – 5 July 2026 at Chiang Mai Hall, Central Chiang Mai Airport.
