LéaLA Spanish Book Fair & Literary Festival

LéaLA, the premier Spanish Book Fair & Literary Festival, returns from September 19-22, 2024, at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes located at 501 N. Main Street in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Organized by the University of Guadalajara Foundation USA, this year’s event, themed Building Peace Together, celebrates the Spanish language and Latino heritage through literature, art, and intellectual dialogue.

LéaLA will feature a wide range of activities for all ages, including author discussions, poetry readings, film screenings, and children’s workshops. Highlights include the opening event, El Mariachi, with Juan Villoro, and a special 20th-anniversary screening of A Day Without a Mexican. Guests will also enjoy comedy, gastronomy, and discussions on literature and contemporary thought.

"By celebrating our Latin roots, LéaLA strengthens our bond under the banner of the Spanish language," said Marisol Schulz Manaut, Executive Director of LéaLA.

Notable participants include Pulitzer Prize-winning author Cristina Rivera Garza, cartoonists Jis & Trino, and writers Rosa Beltrán, Hernán Bravo Varela, and Évolet Aceves. This year, the event will feature over 40 publishers offering a wide selection of Spanish-language titles.

Join us for a vibrant celebration of Spanish literature and culture! All activities are free and open to the public.

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LéaLA – Spanish Book Fair & Literary Festival 2024

Dates: September 19-22, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Location: LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes

Address: 501 N. Main Street, Los Angeles

Host or Publisher University of Guadalajara Foundation USA