The National Complex “Expo Center Ukraine” (VDNH) will host the large-scale literary festival “Book Country” for the fourth time in September 2025, this time under a fruit and autumn theme.
This is reported by Kyiv24
Publishing Fair and Over 400 Events
For four days, from September 25 to 28, the VDNH area will be adorned with large vegetables and fruits, while guests will be welcomed by themed autumn photo zones. Nearly a hundred publishers will join the outdoor book fair and pavilions to present their new releases and popular publications.
According to the organizers of “Book Country,” over 400 diverse events are planned within the festival. Visitors will be able to attend book presentations, autograph sessions, artistic performances, “family readings,” professional discussions, workshops, exhibitions, photo projects, and themed activities.
“Over four days of the festival, from September 25 to 28, more than 400 events are planned: presentations, autograph sessions, artistic performances, ‘family readings,’ professional discussions, workshops, exhibitions, photo projects, and themed activities.”
Festival Guests, Special Programs, and Charity
This year’s program includes the participation of the famous blogger and writer Katya Blyostka, who will travel from the USA specifically for the event. Visitors can also look forward to meetings with Ukrainian artists and cultural figures.
Among the features of the autumn festival is a special program from the literary community “Babai” and the participation of the studio for literary games “PereFarbovanyi Lys.” The organizers have also prepared a series of discussions on the development of literary scenes, collaboration between businesses and publishers, skepticism towards Ukrainian authors, as well as workshops on the use of artificial intelligence in the book industry.
Visitors will be able to participate in charitable initiatives: the festival area will host workshops, interactive spaces, and installations aimed at supporting the literary sector and society.
Entry to the festival remains free for all interested. The full program of events can be found on the official website of “Book Country”.