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[title]The countdown has begun for the most anticipated literary event of the year: the Buenos Aires Book Fair, now in its 49th edition. This must-see event brings together over 1,500 exhibitors from more than forty countries.
Amid the flood of information and extensive programming, here are 10 key facts to help you get the best experience at the 2025 Book Fair. While publishers always keep a few surprises up their sleeves, we're sharing some amazing gems and lesser-known details.
When and where is the Buenos Aires Book Fair taking place?
As every year, the Book Fair is held at La Rural, in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires. It kicks off on April 24—with an opening ceremony led by Juan Sasturain—and runs through May 12. Weekday hours are 2 PM to 10 PM, and on weekends and holidays, it's open from 1 PM to 10 PM.
Ticket prices vary: from Monday to Thursday it’s ARS 5,000, and on Fridays, weekends, and holidays it’s ARS 8,000. You can also get a 3-visit pass for ARS 12,000. All ticket options include discount vouchers for the fair and an ARS 8,000 "book-check" redeemable at various bookstores.
Bonus info: Children under 12, teachers, and people with disabilities get in for free every day. On weekdays, students, retirees, and pensioners also enter free. During “Fair Night” on Saturday, April 26, entry is free for everyone starting at 8 PM.
2025 Book Fair: Which international authors are attending?
The Fair is always a great chance to meet your favorite international authors. This year, some of the notable guests include Korean writer and translator Sunme Yoon (who translates Han Kang into Spanish), Ukrainian author Yuri Andrujovich, Guatemalan Eduardo Halfon, Mexican Fabio Morábito, and Chilean Paulina Flores.
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There’s also strong representation from Spain, with authors like Fernando Aramburu, Rosa Montero, Arturo Pérez-Reverte, María Dueñas, and Javier Cercas. Montero will present Animales difíciles, the much-anticipated finale of the Bruna Husky detective series, on May 3 at 5:30 PM in the Victoria Ocampo room.
Argentine Bestsellers You Can Catch at the Buenos Aires Book Fair
Each year, publishers use the Book Fair to launch their biggest titles. Camila Sosa Villada returns with La traición de mi lengua, a collection of texts exploring language, erotism, and memory, presented on May 1 at 5:30 PM in the José Hernández room. Also under the Planeta label and at the same venue, Florencia Bonelli presents La casa Neville 3 on May 3 at 2:30 PM.
Penguin Random House brings Claudia Piñeiro, who presents La muerte ajena—featuring two sisters who don’t know each other—on May 3 at 7 PM, and Eduardo Sacheri, discussing Demasiado lejos, set during the Falklands War, on April 27 at 7 PM. Selva Almada and Agustina Bazterrica will also take part in other events.
The local literary presence is massive, but two must-see events include a panel on autobiographical narratives with Alejandra Kamiya, Magalí Etchebarne, and Marina Mariasch (May 2, 7 PM, Domingo Faustino Sarmiento room), and Tamara Tenenbaum—winner of the 2025 Paidós Prize—presenting her essay Un millón de cuartos propios, inspired by Virginia Woolf (May 11, 4 PM, Julio Cortázar room).
Independent Publishers to Discover at the Buenos Aires Book Fair
The Fair is a great opportunity to discover new voices through independent publishers, who often spotlight writers that later gain international recognition.
These publishers often share stands: Carbono (Stand 627) and Reunión (Stand 1720) feature excellent selections from houses like Godot and Sigilo. You'll also find similar gems at distributor stands, as detailed below.
Must-Visit Stands at the Book Fair
If you're not looking for anything specific and just want to explore, check out the distributor stands—they showcase a wide range of publishers with curated selections from all over the world.
One great option is Big Sur (Stand 1810, Yellow Pavilion), which carries both Argentine and international publishers from Chile, Uruguay, Venezuela, Mexico, and Spain. A highlight there is Taguada by Andrés Montero, a buzzed-about Chilean author published by La Pollera.
Another excellent pick is Waldhuter (Stand 410, Blue Pavilion), known for locally printed editions of foreign books. For example, you can find the first volume of The Diary of Virginia Woolf, published by Spain’s Tres Hermanas. At both stands, don’t hesitate to ask the staff for personalized recommendations.
The Best of Young Adult Literature: What Teens Can Enjoy at the Book Fair
The Fair has plenty to offer young readers. Spanish author Alice Kellen returns to Argentina to present her latest book Quedará el amor (Planeta) on May 10 at 2:30 PM in the José Hernández room. Three hours later, Elisabet Benavent takes the same stage to talk about her work. U.S. writer Elise Kova and Spanish author Bruno Puelles are also attending.
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Zona Joven and many other stands cater to teenage readers. For example, Urano (Stand 835, Green Pavilion) hosts bookfluencers for book giveaways and recommendations. Content creators are also participating as authors: Agus Grimm Pitch presents her second book ¿Confirmamos? Un date faking en directo (Puck), and Agustina Buera will present Los atardeceres que perdimos (Planeta). Readers will also be able to meet authors and influencers Pamela Stupia and Victoria Resco.
Surprises and Debuts at the 2025 Book Fair: Cazzu, León Gieco & More
Singer Cazzu, who has teased her fans on social media, will present her autobiographical book Perreo (Penguin Random House) on May 10 at 4 PM in the José Hernández room. In the musical realm, León Gieco will help launch Soles y flores (Avión que Va Ediciones), which brings his songs to kids through illustrations, on May 2 at 8:30 PM in the Julio Cortázar room.
Following the Netflix premiere of El Eternauta on April 30, a panel on the adaptation will take place on May 9 at 8:30 PM in the Victoria Ocampo room, featuring director Bruno Stagnaro, executive producer Matías Mosteirín, and Martín M. Oesterheld, creative consultant and grandson of the original author.
Children’s Literature: A Great Family Plan at the Book Fair
Though kids have their own dedicated event during winter break, the Book Fair also creates a special zone for them: the Children’s Area. During early afternoons, you’ll find readings, workshops, and other activities for different age groups.
Limonero (Stand 1714, Yellow Pavilion) and Libros del Zorro Rojo (Stand 1715, Yellow Pavilion) are two highly recommended publishers for kids, offering beautifully illustrated stories that both children and adults will enjoy.