Bookselling Ireland & Publishing Ireland Irish Book Trade Conference 2026
Are you interested in participating in the Irish Book Trade Conference, organised by Bookselling Ireland & Publishing Ireland? Don't hesitate and apply to join us in Waterford next February!
The Irish Book Trade Conference 2026 will take place over the span of 2 days, on 9-10 February 2026. What can attendees look forward to?
- Packed programme including keynote author speakers, practical bookselling sessions... and much more!
- Conference drink reception & dinner
- Trade show featuring publishers and other trade exhibitors
Stay tuned as more information, including the programme, will be out soon.
Applications to participate in the 2026 Irish Book Trade Conference will open on 12th November 2025 at 2pm CEST.
When and where will the event take place?
On 9 and 10 February 2026 at The Tower Hotel, Waterford, Ireland.
Successful applicants will be expected to arrive on Sunday, 8 February 2026, with their stay concluding in the morning on 11 February.
In the case of international/oversees travel we strongly encourage the visiting booksellers to spend more time in their destination country than just for the length of the event. We are always happy to help you make the most of your stay by putting you in touch with the local booksellers association, organising bookshop visits, etc. Please note that we only do this upon proactive request from the visiting bookseller.
The conference will be held in English. The full programme of the event will soon be available here.
What should I know about the RISE grant?
RISE offers financial support in the form of a grant, intended to help participants access this unique professional opportunity. However, please be aware that this grant does not cover all costs associated with attending the event. The amount granted varies per event and was calculated based on previous experiences. The amount allocated for each event is clearly specified on the event page and the dedicated application form. Participants are required to cover all costs upfront, and RISE will reimburse the corresponding grant amount only after the event has taken place, and upon submission of both a feedback form and a reimbursement form. We encourage all applicants to consider this carefully and plan accordingly before applying.
Grant allocated for taking part in this specific event:
- European bookseller: 750€
- International/Oversees bookseller: 1500€
Total number of available places: 6
About the application process
All booksellers interested in applying are encouraged to do so by completing the application form via the button on the right by 3 December 2025 at 23:59 CEST. Note that you will be ask to upload a cover letter (Word, PDF) at the end of the form to complete the application process.
Before applying, we recommend reviewing the FAQ on this page, where you can find details about eligibility requirements, the selection process, and other important information.
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