Sharjah is set to host the inaugural Sharjah Literature Festival (SLF), scheduled to take place from 17th to 21st January 2025, under the slogan “Emirati Tales Inspire the Future.”
The festival is held under the generous patronage of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and under the guidance of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority and Honorary President of the Emirates Publishers Association.
Jointly organised by the Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) and the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the festival’s activities will be held in the open area opposite the University City Hall in Sharjah, with daily events running from 16:00 to 23:00.
The festival will celebrate the UAE’s rich literary heritage, providing a unique platform for visitors to engage with some of the most prominent Emirati writers, thinkers, and creative publishers. It aims to explore new horizons in writing and publishing while offering a vibrant atmosphere that seamlessly blends culture and entertainment.