Kyiv Book Weekend Festival Kicks Off
Date: 2023-12-08 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: CULTURE
Festival's Grand Opening
The bustling city of Kyiv is hosting the much-awaited annual literary extravaganza, the Kyiv Book Weekend festival. With its inauguration, more than 100 Ukrainian publishing houses have come together at the International Exhibition Center to celebrate the love for books.
A Promising Start
According to the festival's program director, Mykita Moskaliuk, the opening day has been a success. Attendees are streaming in, engaging in various events, discussions, and book presentations, with the excitement continuing to build.
What to Expect
Lasting from December 8th to 10th, the festival offers an extensive lineup of activities including panel discussions, lectures, workshops, autograph sessions, and new book presentations by leading publishers in the country. It’s not just about readers connecting with authors; it's also an essential rendezvous for publishers themselves.
Noteworthy Events
Among the numerous events, the festival will host over 150 sessions with more than 200 speakers. Recognizable names like Sergey Plokhiy, Luko Dashvar, Maria Titarenko, Emma Antonyuk, and Sergey Demchuk are set to grace the stages.
Diverse Spaces
The festival has dedicated spaces catering to different interests. From a children's area to zones dedicated to anime, manga, comics, and cosplay, there’s something for everyone. Mental health spaces offer psychological support, self-help resources, and strategies to preserve mental well-being.
Charitable Initiatives
Half of the ticket proceeds will support charitable foundations such as "Come Back Alive," "Pack the Sky" by Nova Poshta, and the "Library Country" fund, ensuring aid for regional libraries.
Continued Literary Celebrations
This event joins the ranks of previous literary festivals held in Kyiv, such as the "Kyiv Book Fest" and the "Book Arsenal." Each gathering draws book enthusiasts and prominent figures, reaffirming Kyiv's status as a literary hub.
