Book Fair "Around the Book"
The literary fair of Vic-en-Bigorre, a meeting place for authors and readers
2026
About Book Fair of Vic-en-Bigorre
Book Fair of Vic-en-Bigorre — edition 2026
The "Autour du Livre" Book Fair returns on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Espace Claude Miqueu in Vic-en-Bigorre. Featuring authors and publishers for book signings, plus the presentation of the Francis Jammes Prize with 16 authors in the running. Free admission.
2026 Edition
The Au Tour du Livre association, led by president Magali Charron, is hosting its 2026 book fair on Saturday, September 26, at the Espace Claude Miqueu in Vic-en-Bigorre. Admission is free, and the event typically runs from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The Francis Jammes Prize will be awarded during the day. The jury consists of nine members—six women and three men—and 16 authors have been shortlisted for the 2026 selection.
All exhibitor stands are fully booked, as announced by the association on its Facebook page on March 11, 2026.
As of mid-August 2026, neither the list of attending authors nor the name of the event's patron has been announced.
Highlights Book Fair of Vic-en-Bigorre 2026
- Francis Jammes Prize ceremony: 16 authors shortlisted, nine-member jury
- Authors and publishers available for signings across all genres: novels, children's books, history, comics, and thrillers
- Free admission
- Espace Claude Miqueu, accessible to visitors with reduced mobility
Programme Book Fair of Vic-en-Bigorre 2026
Saturday, September 26, 2026
- All day — Meet-and-greets and book signings with exhibiting authors and publishers · Espace Claude Miqueu
- Time TBD — Presentation of the Francis Jammes Prize, awarded by a nine-member jury from a shortlist of 16 authors
The detailed program for the 2026 edition has not been released as of mid-August 2026. The Au Tour du Livre association has not yet announced the list of participating authors, the event patron, or the schedule for conferences and activities.
Prices Book Fair of Vic-en-Bigorre 2026
Practical information — Book Fair of Vic-en-Bigorre
Access
The Espace Claude Miqueu is located in Vic-en-Bigorre (65500), in the Hautes-Pyrénées, about 20 km north of Tarbes.
Opening Hours
From 10 am to 6 pm.
Prices
Free admission.
Accessibility
The venue is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Contact
- Association Au Tour du Livre
- Phone: 06 13 61 52 26
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Facebook: Au Tour du Livre
The "Autour du Livre" Book Fair: The celebration of literature in Vic-en-Bigorre
Each year, at the end of September, the town of Vic-en-Bigorre hosts its Book Fair, organized by the association Au Tour du Livre. This free literary event transforms the Espace Claude Miqueu into a meeting place for passionate authors, publishers, and readers.
A rich program for all audiences
The fair brings together about fifty authors and publishers presenting their works in various genres: novels, children's literature, history, comics, and crime fiction. Visitors can interact directly with the authors, get autographs, and discover new releases.
Conferences and activities for young and adult audiences punctuate the day. Each edition is placed under the patronage of a personality from the literary world, offering a unique perspective on reading and cultural transmission.
An accessible event for everyone
Admission to the fair is completely free. The Espace Claude Miqueu, accessible to people with reduced mobility, offers a welcoming and spacious setting for this day dedicated to books and reading. The fair is open from 10 am to 6 pm, allowing everyone to take their time to browse the stands and meet the authors.
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