Every year, the Festival del Libro y la Cultura Dominicana brings together readers, writers, educators, publishers, students, and book lovers to celebrate the richness and diversity of Dominican literature. It is a space where stories are shared, ideas are exchanged, and our literary heritage continues to grow.
Organized by the Dirección de Cultura Dominicana en el Exterior, an office of the Ministry of Culture of the Dominican Republic, the festival has become an important gathering space for the Dominican diaspora and a platform for promoting books, ideas, and cultural exchange.
Taking place July 10–12, 2026, at George Washington Educational Campus in Washington Heights, New York City, this year’s festival will feature author talks, book presentations, panel discussions, workshops, cultural programming, and opportunities to connect with writers from the Dominican Republic and beyond.
The festival is especially valuable for Spanish-language writers and readers, offering a unique opportunity to discover new books, meet publishers and fellow authors, and engage with a literary community dedicated to preserving and celebrating Dominican storytelling in Spanish.
As part of this year's celebration, Dominican Writers Association is proud to present two pre-festival virtual workshops and a full weekend of programming on July 11 and 12.
July 1 @ 7PM EST Via Zoom-¿PUEDE LA IA ESCRIBIR UN LIBRO? -Publicación, creatividad y el futuro de la autoría
July 2 @ 7PM EST Via Zoom-TU LIBRO MÁS ALLÁ DE AMAZON Cómo llegar a bibliotecas, librerías, escuelas e instituciones culturales
The weekend lineup includes the following:
Writing workshops led by accomplished authors and educators
A literary community panel exploring why every writer needs their people
A networking event and Bookish Tote Bar, where attendees can connect while creating a personalized literary keepsake
An open mic, welcoming participants to share their work in a supportive environment
Register for each activity here:
Register for each activity here
Whether you’re polishing a manuscript, looking to build your literary community, or simply hoping to immerse yourself in Dominican storytelling, we hope you’ll join us.
Please note that registration is required for all Dominican Writers Association workshops and events, and space is limited.
We invite you to explore the full schedule and reserve your spot today.
Register here:
www.dominicanwriters.org/dwaevents
We look forward to celebrating our stories, our writers, and our community with you this July.
The Dominican Writers Association (DWA) is a 501(c)(3) literary arts organization dedicated to amplifying Dominican voices and supporting writers across the diaspora. Through workshops, literary events, mentorship, and publishing resources, DWA creates spaces where Dominican stories can be written, shared, and celebrated, helping ensure Dominican narratives remain visible in the literary and cultural landscape. Visit www.dominicanwriters.org.
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