FAAR 2027- The non-fiction book festival of Ostend

In the spring of 2027 FAAR settles in Ostend again for four days full of inspiring conversations, lectures and encounters. As the one and only non-fiction book festival of Flanders, FAAR brings leading authors, scientists, philosophers, journalists and societal voices together at the sea. During FAAR the stories behind the facts take center stage. Visitors are immersed in current and timeless themes: from politics, history and climate to psychology, art, philosophy and health. The program offers a stimulating mix of in-depth one-on-one interviews, lively debates, live podcasts, walking lectures and book presentations. With cultural center De Grote Post as the central festival heart, the activities fan out across various atmospheric locations in the seaside resort. Whether you are a passionate reader or simply curious about the world around you: FAAR offers four days of oxygen for the mind with a view of the sea.