Lunes-domingo, 29 Mayo-7 de junio
Jardin Principal
gratuito

The 3rd San Miguel de Allende International Book Fair brings together readers, authors, publishers, and families for a multi-day literary celebration in the heart of the city. This edition features the Republic of Korea as the guest country, highlighting Korean literature and culture alongside local and international books, activities, and presentations.

The fair takes place outdoors in the Jardín Principal, with book stands, cultural programming, and activities for all ages throughout the day. Specific daily schedules, presentations, and workshops are organized on-site by the Dirección de Cultura y Tradiciones of San Miguel de Allende.

📅 Dates: May 29 – June 7, 2026
🕙 Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Main Venue: Jardín Principal – Stage 1 & Stage 2
🏛 Also at: Centro Cultural Ignacio Ramírez “El Nigromante” · Casa de la Cultura, Mesones #71
🎟 Admission: FREE – All activities are free of charge

Daily Highlights

Friday, May 29 — Opening Day

• 12:00 p.m. · Inauguration – Official opening with the Mayor, the Ambassador of Korea, and traditional Korean music groups NewDot & Banda Samsan
• All day · Korean Traditional Culture Video Screening – Casa de la Cultura, Mesones #71
• 8:00 p.m. · Concert – Jardín Principal, Stage 2

Saturday, May 30

• 10:00 a.m. · Korean Crafts Workshop (mirrors, fans, norigae) – Casa de la Cultura (limited spots)
• 12:00 p.m. · Korean Gastronomy Experience – Casa de la Cultura (limited spots)
• 3:00 p.m. · Traditional Korean Dance Workshop – Talchum by NewDot (limited spots)
• 5:00 p.m. · Traditional Korean Music Workshop (Sogo & Minyo) by Banda Samsan (limited spots)
• 7:00 p.m. · K-Pop Cover Dance Performance – Casa de la Cultura
• 7:45 p.m. · Concert – Un Leon Marinero · Jardín Principal, Stage 2

Sunday, May 31

• 10:00 a.m. · Hanbok Experience – Traditional Korean dress · Casa de la Cultura (limited spots)
• 12:00 p.m. · Korean Gastronomy Experience (limited spots)
• 7:45 p.m. · Gala Concert – Traditional Korean music: NewDot & Banda Samsan · Jardín Principal, Stage 2

Monday, June 1

• All day · Book presentations & literary talks – Jardín Principal, Stage 1
• 6:30 p.m. · Korean Cinema – Parásitos · Casa de la Cultura
• 7:45 p.m. · Artistic Presentation – Tenor Luis Alfredo Gollez · Jardín Principal, Stage 2

Tuesday, June 2

• All day · Book presentations & literary talks
• 7:45 p.m. · Concert – Recital Poético Musical · Homenaje a García Lorca · Stage 2

Wednesday, June 3

• All day · Book presentations & literary talks
• 6:30 p.m. · Korean Cinema – K-pop Demon Hunters · Casa de la Cultura
• 7:45 p.m. · Performance – Ballet Folklórico Mazatl (Youth) · Stage 2

Thursday, June 4

• 11:00 a.m. · Puppet Show – Quijote para niños · Jardín Principal (family-friendly)
• All day · Book presentations & workshops
• 7:45 p.m. · Performance – Ballet Folklórico Mazatl (Kids) · Stage 2

Friday, June 5

• 11:00 a.m. · Talk: Sign Language & Inclusion – Hablando con las manos · Stage 1
• All day · Book presentations & workshops
• 7:45 p.m. · K-Pop Performance – Cover Dance · Grupo KIX de El Sindicato · Stage 2

Saturday, June 6

• 11:00 a.m. · Painting Workshop by Uziel Martínez (limited spots)
• 11:00 a.m. · Poetry & Zine Workshop – Editorial Anagnórisis (limited spots)
• 12:00 p.m. · Puppet Show – Las aventuras del perro maravilla
• All day · Book presentations
• 9:00 p.m. · Concert – Amber Band · Stage 2

Sunday, June 7 — Closing Day

• All day · Book presentations & workshops
• 11:00 a.m. · Painting Workshop by Uziel Martínez (limited spots)
• 7:45 p.m. · Closing Ceremony – Jardín Principal, Stage 1
• 8:10 p.m. · Closing Concert – GITANA · Stage 2

📍 All venues within walking distance in downtown San Miguel de Allende
🎟 All events are free · No registration required unless marked (limited spots)
📋 This is a curated highlights selection. For the full program and up-to-date information, visit the official page: Gobierno San Miguel de Allende