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libly.incontra
Conversations with authors, journalists, illustrators and cultural voices.
Every city
has a story.
Let’s bring
people together.
LIBLY.FESTIVAL is where stories meet people. Books, voices, music and ideas bring the city to life through author conversations, live podcasts, readings and workshops. A festival for people who love reading and those still looking for their next story.
Books · Voices · Music · Podcasts · Places · New generations
An entire city can become a meeting place.
A library can host a conversation. A bookshop can become a small stage. A theatre can welcome words and music. A square can bring different generations together around a story. LIBLY.FESTIVAL builds its programme with local communities, involving their places, energy and people.
The format adapts to each city, its available spaces and the agreed budget. It can begin with a weekend and grow into a longer series. Every programme is developed with local organisers.
The festivalWhat happens
at libly.festival
Possible programme components, to be agreed for each edition.
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libly.live
Readings and performances blending words, music and storytelling.
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libly.podcast
Interviews and stories recorded in front of an audience.
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libly.junior
Animated readings, comics and workshops for children and teenagers.
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libly.territori
The memories, people and stories that make a place unique.
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libly.lab
Workshops in writing, reading and audio storytelling.
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libly.books
Book spaces developed with participating bookshops and publishers.
The next story could begin in your city.
Would you like to bring LIBLY.FESTIVAL to your area? We are looking for cities, towns and communities that want to create new cultural connections. Tell us about your spaces, the people you would involve and the idea you would like to build with us.
Nominate your cityHow the application
works
Tell us about your area
Introduce the city, its spaces and your initial ideas.
Let’s discuss the project
We explore objectives, timing, contacts and resources.
Build a proposal
We define the format, activities, roles and budget.
Prepare the edition
Once an agreement is reached, we develop the programme, organisation and communication.
An application is an expression of interest. It does not automatically secure an edition or create any financial commitment.
What we can
build together
- Format and programme development
- Coordination of guests and activities
- Involvement of local cultural organisations
- Visual identity and communication materials
- Event promotion
- Interview, video and podcast production
- Booking management, where applicable
- Operational coordination and final documentation
Activities, responsibilities and costs are agreed for each edition.
Collaborate with the festivalFrequently asked questions
Who can nominate a city?
Municipalities, cultural bodies, libraries, associations, foundations, bookshops and local organisers. Tell us your role and who you are already in contact with.
Can a small town apply too?
Yes. The format can be scaled to cities, towns and communities according to available spaces, audiences and resources.
Do we need a programme already?
No. You can start with an initial idea: we build the programme together.
How long does the festival last?
It can start with a weekend or become a longer series. Duration is agreed with local organisers.
What spaces are needed?
Libraries, bookshops, theatres, squares and other cultural venues can host activities. Availability, accessibility and operational requirements are assessed together.
How much does an edition cost?
The budget depends on duration, scale, activities and responsibilities. A financial proposal is developed after discussing the area and project.
Will events be free?
Admission, whether free or paid, is agreed for each activity with local organisers.
Can we involve local bookshops and associations?
Yes. Local cultural organisations are part of the project; their involvement is agreed while building the programme.
The stories are already here.
Let’s create a place
to meet them.
Bring LIBLY.FESTIVAL to your city and build a programme with us that gives books, people and local culture room to flourish.
Nominate your city
Stories need people like you.
Do you love books and know your city? Help us build new cultural connections in your community.
Discover the programme and apply