Where Is Boi Mela 2026 in Bangladesh? 📍 | Full Guide (বাংলায়)
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Category: Bangladesh Events / Book Fair / Bangla Academy
📚 Introduction — The Heart of Bangladeshi Literary Culture
Each year, Bangladesh celebrates one of its most beloved cultural and literary events: অমর একুশে বইমেলা (Amar Ekushey Book Fair) — often simply called Boi Mela. It’s a month-long book festival where writers, readers, publishers, and book lovers gather to celebrate the Bengali language, literature, and culture. �
Wikipedia
In 2026, Boi Mela continued this tradition with a special edition — bringing together thousands of book enthusiasts in the capital city of Dhaka. �
The Daily Star
📍 Location of Boi Mela 2026 — Where It Took Place
For Boi Mela 2026, the main venue was:
Bangla Academy Premises & Suhrawardy Udyan
➡️ The fair was organized by Bangla Academy, held at its historic compound and the large adjacent field at Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka, Bangladesh. �
The Daily Star
Bangla Academy: The central hub for the fair, where many publishers set up book stalls and cultural programs take place. �
The Daily Star
Suhrawardy Udyan: A large public ground right next to Bangla Academy used for bigger displays and additional stalls. �
The Daily Star
👉 This combination — Bangla Academy + Suhrawardy Udyan — has become the standard location for Amar Ekushey Boi Mela due to space and accessibility. �
Wikipedia
🗓️ Dates & Opening for Boi Mela 2026
Originally, Amar Ekushey Book Fair was expected to begin early in February — but in 2026 the schedule was revised and then finalized for:
📆 26 February 2026 — 15 March 2026
The fair officially opened with a grand inaugural ceremony attended by important dignitaries, including Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. �
The Daily Star +1
This edition carried the theme “Multidimensional Bangladesh (বহুমাত্রিক বাংলাদেশ)” and featured hundreds of publishing houses in both the Bangla Academy compound and Suhrawardy Udyan. �
The Daily Star
🏛️ About Bangla Academy
Bangla Academy is the national language institution of Bangladesh, dedicated to promoting Bengali literature, language, and cultural heritage. It was founded in 1955 and operates from the historic Burdwan House in Dhaka. �
Wikipedia
Every year, Bangla Academy:
Organizes Boi Mela as the central literary festival
Hosts cultural programs, book launches, seminars
Awards the prestigious Bangla Academy Literary Awards during the fair �
The Daily Star
🌍 Why the Location Matters — Dhaka, Bangladesh
Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, is the traditional home of most major book fairs in the country — especially the Amar Ekushey Boi Mela. �
Wikipedia
The choice of Bangla Academy + Suhrawardy Udyan ensures: ✔ Ample space for thousands of visitors
✔ Easy accessibility by public transport
✔ Cultural and historical significance
✔ A central hub for authors and publishers
📌 Quick Facts — Amar Ekushey Book Fair (2026)
Feature
Details
Event
Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026
Bengali Name
অমর একুশে বইমেলা ২০২৬
Venue
Bangla Academy & Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka
Dates
26 Feb — 15 Mar 2026
Organized By
Bangla Academy, Bangladesh
Theme
Multidimensional Bangladesh
Participation
549 publishers, 1,018 total units �
The Daily Star
📍 Location Summary
✔ City: Dhaka
✔ Country: Bangladesh
✔ Main Venue: Bangla Academy Compound
✔ Additional Venue: Suhrawardy Udyan
✔ Host: Bangla Academy (National language institution) �
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