The Vilnius Book Fair is turning a new page in its history. For the first time, the organisers of the event taking place in February 2026 are introducing an official corporate patron – Invalda INVL, an asset management group – and a cultural programme partner, Lithuania’s largest bookstore chain, Pegasas.
A first-ever corporate patron
Since its launch in 2000, the Vilnius Book Fair has grown over a quarter of a century into Lithuania’s most anticipated cultural event. To further strengthen the fair’s international presence and support its continued growth, the 2026 edition will, for the first time, have an official corporate patron.
“Partnerships between the Vilnius Book Fair and the business community are a major step forward. They help enhance the fair’s international reach, foster literary initiatives, support creators, and make sure our messages reach the widest possible audience. The cultural environment created by the fair plays an essential role in shaping society’s identity, nurturing creativity, and engaging diverse social groups in public life. For private businesses, this is also an excellent opportunity to reinforce their reputation through social responsibility and active involvement in the cultural ecosystem,” says Dovilė Zaidė, President of the Lithuanian Publishers Association.
The corporate patron of the event, Invalda INVL, is one of the leading asset management groups in the Baltics, operating for more than 30 years. The group manages alternative investment funds and other investments, and provides family office services.
“We are honoured to become partners of the Vilnius Book Fair. This event is meaningful, successful, and open to everyone—it brings people together and helps society grow. Knowledge and the ability to apply it wisely in real life make us all stronger,” says Darius Šulnis, CEO of Invalda INVL.
Lithuania’s largest bookstore chain to strengthen the cultural programme
More than 300 free cultural and educational events for both adults and children are at the heart of the Vilnius Book Fair’s appeal. Seeking to further improve the quality and diversity of these events, the organisers are delighted to announce that Lithuania’s largest bookstore chain, Pegasas, will join as the main cultural programme partner.
Established in 2003, Pegasas unites 25 bookstores across Lithuania and has long been active in promoting reading, organising literary events, and developing educational projects. This experience will help attract even more prominent authors and speakers and create greater value for visitors.
“The Vilnius Book Fair is a unique space where all possible audiences of readers gather each year. It offers a real-time opportunity to observe them, engage in dialogue, and anticipate what will shape tomorrow’s reading culture. Having worked for years within this cultural field, we can see how quickly readers’ habits are changing and how the younger generation increasingly influences the emergence of new literary genres. For everyone—authors, publishers, booksellers, and readers—it is crucial to find a common language, especially in today’s geopolitical context. That is why the opportunity to become the fair’s cultural programme partner is both a delight and a responsibility,” says Jurga Sakalauskaitė, CEO of the Pegasas bookstore chain.
The 26th Vilnius Book Fair will take place from 26 February to 1 March 2026. The event is also supported by the Lithuanian Council for Culture and the Vilnius City Municipality. The fair is organised by the Lithuanian Publishers Association, the Lithuanian Exhibition and Congress Centre LITEXPO, and the Lithuanian Neighbouring Rights Association AGATA.