Emirates Litfest is nearly here – and there’s still time to get the early bird discount on tickets

People attending Emirates Litfest at Dubai Expo.

Here’s how to get money off, plus a series of exclusive VIP perks

 

The 18th edition of Emirates Litfest, the Arab World’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word, is coming up very soon – and if you’re planning on going, we have great news for you.

The early bird discount is still available until 27 December, allowing you to become a Foundation Friend.

With this membership, you will get:

  • 20% off all LitFest tickets
  • Priority booking 24 hours early
  • No booking fees
  • Front-row reserved seating at events
  • Exclusive access to Foundation Friends Lounge
  • 15% off books at Magrudy’s
  • Invitations to exclusive events

Memberships start at AED232 for one adult, and go up to AED575 for a family of four (two adults and two children). A couple can get a joint membership for AED405, while students will pay AED100 (for students aged 12-23).

The countdown for Emirates Litfest is on, with the event starting on January 21 and running until January 27 at the InterContinental Hotel in Dubai.

It will feature international and regional writers, thinkers and speakers from all over the globe, all coming together in the name of reading.

This year’s guests include the New York Times bestselling author of Yellowface, RF Kuang; Samantha Shannon, the writer behind the bestselling The Bone Season; and Asma Khan, a London-based restaurateur and the star of Netflix’s Chef’s Table.

Other exciting features include live sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, where you can join a five-player team for a one-off campaign; and a talk by British TV presenter Naga Munchetty, discussing her debut book It’s Probably Nothing.

For tickets and more info, visit Emirates Airlines Festival of Literature

 

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