Lire à Gordes - Book fair

Lire à Gordes - Book fair

Lire à Gordes returns for its fourth edition in 2026, a free literary fair featuring author talks, discussions and children’s workshops, in the heart of the Luberon.

Dans le village, 84220, Gordes

From Saturday 25 to Sunday 26 April 2026 on Saturday between 10 am and 7 pm. On Sunday between 10 am and 4 pm.

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Lire à Gordes Book Festival

Lire à Gordes returns for its 4th edition on April 25 and 26, 2026, in the heart of one of the most beautiful villages in the Luberon. For two days, Gordes becomes a true meeting place for literature lovers, featuring renowned authors, discussions, book signings and workshops for children.

Free and open to all, this book festival marks the start of the village’s cultural season with a rich and accessible program. In the Town Hall Gardens and on Place du Château, meet writers, explore their worlds and share your passion for reading in an exceptional setting.

This year, Didier Van Cauwelaert, patron of the 2026 edition, will be present alongside many authors including Irène Frain, Timothée de Fombelle, Pierre Arditi, Franck Thilliez, Yasmina Khadra and many others.

View the Lire à Gordes 2026 program

Key Information

  • 23 guest authors
  • 2 days of literary events
  • Free talks and book signings
  • Children's workshops
  • Free entry

Talks and discussions take place in the Town Hall Gardens, while book signing sessions are held at Place du Château, organized by Librairie Fontaine. Children can also enjoy creative workshops throughout the weekend.

Program Saturday, April 25, 2026

Talks & Discussions

Morning

  • 10:15 am - Sorj Chalandon - A novel inspired by an engaged youth and a troubled era
  • 10:15 am - Alexandre Lacroix - An initiatory journey into the world of literature
  • 11:15 am - Pierre Arditi - Memories of an actor and discovery of a writer / ABSENT; he will be replaced by Michaël Dichter
  • 11:15 am - Colombe Schneck - A literary portrait around Philip Roth

Afternoon

  • 2:00 pm - Irène Frain - The origins of the Arabian Nights
  • 2:00 pm - Aurélie Jean - Artificial intelligence and critical thinking
  • 3:00 pm - Pierre Assouline - A manifesto on the power of books
  • 3:00 pm - Félix Moati - A tender and striking debut novel
  • 4:00 pm - Didier Van Cauwelaert - Rediscovering natural intelligence
  • 4:00 pm - Timothée de Fombelle - A night of resistance in 1942
  • 5:00 pm - Alfred de Montesquiou - The hidden side of the Nuremberg trials
  • 5:00 pm - Emanuele Arioli - The untold saga of the fairy Morgane
  • 6:00 pm - Christophe Galfard - A journey through time and the universe

Book signings Saturday

All authors will be available for book signings throughout the day:

  • Michaël Dichter
  • Irène Frain
  • Timothée de Fombelle
  • Didier Van Cauwelaert
  • Franck Thilliez
  • Yasmina Khadra
  • Serena Giuliano
  • Bertrand Périer
  • Mathias Malzieu
  • and many other guest authors

Program Sunday, April 26, 2026

Talks & Discussions

Morning

  • 10:00 am - Bertrand Périer - The art of speaking through 25 everyday situations
  • 10:15 am - Franck Thilliez - A new thriller blending memory, science and nightmares
  • 10:45 am - Céline Curiol - An intimate novel between science, philosophy and literature
  • 11:15 am - Yasmina Khadra - A poetic intrigue about the collapse of humanity
  • 11:30 am - Serena Giuliano - A moving story about depression and resilience

Afternoon

  • 2:30 pm - Mathias Malzieu - A story of resilience filled with lightness
  • 2:30 pm - Alix de Saint André - A family investigation set in the Pompidou era

Book signings Sunday

All authors will be available for book signings throughout the day, including:

  • Franck Thilliez
  • Yasmina Khadra
  • Timothée de Fombelle
  • Didier Van Cauwelaert
  • Irène Frain
  • and many other guest authors

Children's workshops

Creative workshops are offered throughout the weekend at the Town Hall:

Paper Cutting Workshop

Saturday and Sunday • 10:30 am to 11:30 am and 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

With Agathe Hennig
Introduce your children to the art of paper cutting with author Agathe Hennig. Using colored paper and a few snips of scissors, participants create beautiful pieces: spectacular flowers in the morning and butterfly mobiles in the afternoon.

  • From 6 years old
  • Maximum 15 participants
  • Duration: 1 hour

Draw like Cézanne

Saturday and Sunday • 10:30 am to 11:30 am

With Aré
Comic book artist Aré invites children to discover the world of Paul Cézanne. Observation, drawing and coloring help young artists explore the techniques of the famous painter in a fun and creative workshop.

  • From 6 to 12 years old
  • Maximum 15 participants
  • Duration: 1 hour

Draw Cizo

Saturday and Sunday • 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

With Aré
Learn how to draw Cizo, the famous comic book character, with its creator Aré. Children discover step by step how to create a character, express emotions and invent their own story.

  • From 6 to 12 years old
  • Maximum 15 participants
  • Duration: 1 hour

The program may be subject to change. Please consult the official website: www.lireagordes.fr

Practical information on Lire à Gordes - Book fair

Opening times and periods

From Saturday 25 to Sunday 26 April 2026 on Saturday between 10 am and 7 pm. On Sunday between 10 am and 4 pm.

Price(s)

Free access.

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