Festival | Hong Kong International Literature Festival

The Hong Kong International Literature Festival (HKILF) brings writers and stories from around the world to Hong Kong's diverse community, inspiring the joy of reading.

A vibrant year-round program and annual festival in November provide dialogue, entertainment, and perspectives, while the Spring Youth Reader's Day inspires young people to participate in various aspects of written language, improve English language skills, and cultivate an informed global perspective

The annual art festival features renowned and emerging writers from around the world, including group discussions, book lectures, literary lunches and dinners, readings, seminars, and performances. After the 20th edition in 2020, HKILF continues to inspire and illuminate Hong Kong readers with innovative programs.

This festival is recognized as a landmark building in Hong Kong's cultural landscape and has brought numerous guests to Hong Kong. Past speakers include Margaret Atwood, Seamus Heaney, Amy Tan, Amitav Ghosh, Kevin Kwan, Jhumpa Lahiri, Amor Towles, Damon Galgut, Kai fu Lee, Adam Grant, Cheryl Strayed, David Sedaris, Junot Diaz, Pico Iyer, Ken Hom, Carol Ann Duffy, Kiran Desai, Ian Rankin, Yann Martel, Hanya Yanagahira, and Dinaw Mengestu, among others.

HKILF is a non-profit charitable organization registered in Hong Kong that promotes education and knowledge dissemination through literature, inspiring passion for reading and creative writing. HKILF is a renowned and beloved institution that has influenced tens of thousands of young people and adults over the past 21 years. HKILF was founded in 2001 to celebrate community reading and literature, and is recognized as one of the most famous literary gatherings in Asia and the world. For the past 21 years, we have conducted literary programs in schools and renowned venues, helping to develop Hong Kong's position as a leading international and regional center for literature and arts.