Jaipur Literature Festival New York 2026

JLF New York, the international edition of the renowned Jaipur Literature Festival, returns to New York City for a celebration of books, ideas, culture, and global conversations. Hosted in partnership with Asia Society, the festival brings together acclaimed writers, poets, journalists, artists, historians, and public intellectuals from around the world.
The festival features panel discussions, literary conversations, readings, debates, performances, and cross-cultural dialogue spanning literature, politics, art, history, identity, and contemporary global issues. Often described as “the greatest literary show on Earth,” JLF has become one of the world’s leading literary festivals, with international editions expanding its reach beyond India.
The 2026 New York edition is part of a multi-day citywide literary program taking place across cultural venues including Asia Society, The Center for Fiction, and the National Arts Club.