Al Ain Book Fair

Al Ain Book Fair

23 September - 3 October 2019
Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is organising the 11th edition of Al Ain Book Fair (AABF) at the Al Ain Convention Centre.

_x000D_The ten-day event will host various local publishing houses and cultural institutions, with the aim to display a selection of Emirati titles and authors, explore their creative experiences, and offer a showcase to their intellect and cultural contribution. Additionally, the Fair will feature daily book signings of publications by UAE-based intellectual and creative figures.

_x000D_The Cultural Programme accompanying AABF will host a selection of authors and poets to discuss various intellectual topics, featuring poetry evenings, symposiums and musical performances by Emirati performers, alongside a dynamic set of activities for children aged 6-12 in the ‘Creativity Corner’ that include activities and shows by the popular television series ‘Iftah Ya Simsim’.

_x000D_AABF will provide the public with opportunities to meet and converse with authors, featuring a diverse programme that attracts those interested in cultural and literary matter.

_x000D_The Fair offers free admission and is open to visitors daily

Additional Information

Al Ain Book Fair

  • Event Type: Public Event
Organiser: Department of Culture and Tourism

Getting Here

Private cars

Visitors are welcome to use any of our two on-site car parks, which can accommodate up to 812 vehicles. Our highly trained personnel are on-site 24 hours a day to assist with traffic management.

Abu Dhabi Taxi

Abu Dhabi’s taxi network is operated by TransAD. To book a taxi through TransAD call 600 53 53 53. 
A number of taxis are available from ADNEC at the adjacent Aloft Hotel entrance.

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Travel by bus

ADNEC is serviced by bus number 040, seven days a week.
For more information on bus routes, services and fares please see the Department of Transport website.

Al Ain Airport

Abu Dhabi’s second international airport. Located 13.5 kilometeres northwest of the city centre, the airport receives 14 international flights and 4,000 passengers each week.

Abu Dhabi Airport

Access has never been easier. Abu Dhabi International Airport is just 15 minutes from ADNEC. Over 50 international airlines operate a schedule of flights connecting Abu Dhabi to more than 100 destinations across the globe.

Etihad Airways

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Wizz Air

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Visa Information

Required by all, except GCC nationals (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman).
Citizens of certain countries are eligible for a free of charge visa on arrival, please visit the the UAE Government website for more information.

Private transfers/ Meet and greet

Capital Experience is always available to organise your private transfers as well as meet and greet services both from the airport and across the city. They can help make all your transfers smooth and easy.

Email: service@capitalexperience.ae

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