The Amar Ekushey Book Fair is an annual month-long event held every February in Dhaka, Bangladesh, organized by the Bangla Academy. It commemorates the martyrs of the 1952 Language Movement, honoring their sacrifice for the recognition of the Bangla language. The fair takes place at the Bangla Academy premises and the historic Suhrawardy Udyan, featuring a vast array of books across various genres and subjects.
On International Mother Language Day, February 21, the fair operates from 8 AM to 9 PM, accommodating the influx of visitors who come to pay their respects and explore the literary offerings.https://www.msrblogs.com/students/wp-admin/
In 2025, the fair was inaugurated on February 1 by Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus. This year, 708 publishing houses are participating, with the fair open daily from 3 PM to 9 PM, and on public holidays from 11 AM to 9 PM. Special Children’s Hours are scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, except on February 8 and 15.
The Amar Ekushey Book Fair is not only a hub for book enthusiasts but also a cultural gathering that celebrates Bangladesh’s rich literary heritage and the enduring legacy of the Bangla language.
