Lahore Literary Festival 2026 schedule released – check here

LAHORE – The Lahore Literary Festival (LLF) 2026 has officially released its schedule for the 14th edition. The festival will be held from February 6 to 8 at the Alhamra Arts Council, Lahore.

The three-day event will bring Pakistan to the center of global literary and cultural discussions. LLF is Pakistan’s largest and internationally recognized literary festival, known for connecting local and international writers, poets, scholars, and professionals through ideas and dialogue.

This year, delegates from over 15 countries will participate. The festival will feature more than 60 sessions on a wide range of topics including society, politics, economy, history, science, medicine, literature, arts, culture, climate change, and global affairs. More than 12 sessions will be held in Urdu and Punjabi to promote regional languages.

Over 12 national and international books will also be launched during the festival, further strengthening Pakistan’s literary scene.

Razi Ahmed, CEO of LLF, said, “The Lahore Literary Festival connects Pakistan with global intellectual trends. It shows how the modern world advances through dialogue and exchange of ideas.”

Muhammad Nawaz Gondal, Executive Director of Alhamra Arts Council, said, “We are proud to host delegates from around the world. All arrangements are in place to make this a world-class festival.”

The festival is being widely publicized, and a large public turnout is expected. Organizers have finalized all preparations to ensure a smooth and successful event.