Kerala Literature Festival (KLF), India’s most significant literary festival, is gearing up for its 2025 edition, promising an immersive journey into the world of words. From 23 to 26 January 2025, the literary trade show will occupy the scenic shores of the Arabian Sea - Kozhikode Beach which will gather book lovers, authors, book traders, and other book professionals from the region and abroad.
Kerala Literature Festival 2025 will deliver a unique trading and program experience. France, famous for its invaluable contributions to global literature through the works of its significant authors, will be the Guest Nation for the 8th edition of the literature festival. With unique charm and high-quality content provided, the expo attracts over half a million visitors every year. The trade show will cater to the diverse audience’s interests and needs by offering many sessions, discussions, and workshops. The side program will encompass various genres, languages, and themes. A special highlight during the program and the entire event will be the special participation of 6 booker prize celebrities and worldwide recognised Spanish authors, Francesc Miralles, Santiago Roncagliolo, and Guillermo Rodriguez.
The best-priced hotels at the most convenient locations near Kozhikode Beach will be in high demand during Kerala Literature Festival 2025 dates. We at ExpoBeds ensure trade fair participants have access to many properties at preferential rates. Use the form on our website to book your hotel or contact us with your business trip details to receive your free Kerala Literature Festival 2025 hotel offer today.
Information
The impressive Kerala Literature Festival (KFL) is renowned as the largest and most prominent Asian festival dedicated to literature. KLF is organised by the philanthropic organisation DC Kizhakemuri Foundation, which supports and contributes to promoting and preserving the socio-cultural heritage of Kerala.
The annual literature event has been a significant meeting hub since 2016. Every year, KFL highlights a special guest country to encourage cultural exchange. Such guesting nations have been countries such as Turkey and France so far.
KFL can boast a comprehensive pack of supplementary events and rich dynamic programming. The festival’s primary goal is to promote literature and arts. Not without a reason, it has earned international recognition for being a premier platform for cultural exchange and intellectual dialogue.
Who can you meet there
Being Asia’s largest literary meeting hub, the Kerala Literature Festival welcomes a huge diversity of prominent speakers, such as Nobel laureates, Booker Prize winners, Oscar winners, acclaimed authors, and many other names worldwide that are recognised in the literature scene.
Besides being a meeting spot for literature lovers and professionals, KLF is a cultural platform that features exceptional music, dance, theatre, and other interactive art performances. What is more - the Kerala Literature Festival caters to people of all ages and interests. The book expo fosters building connections between readers and writers and provides a platform for networking, know-how exchange, motivation, inspiration, entertainment, and discussion on essential topics and current challenges.
Quick info
| Founded: | 2016 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | Kerala Literature Festival 2026 |
| Sectors: | Books |
| Website: | Kerala Literature Festival official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for Kerala Literature Festival |
Important facts
Kerala Literature Festival at a glance:
- 4 days
- 500,000+ attendees
- 520+ speakers
- 330+ sessions
Next editions
Kerala Literature Festival 2026
Kozhikode Beach
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