In 2024, the Colombo International Book Fair marked its 25th anniversary with a silver-jubilee edition that paid tribute to the initiators and past presidents who first envisioned a dedicated stage for Sri Lanka’s publishing industry and reading public. The ceremonial opening, graced by these founders, transformed the occasion into both a celebration of achievement and a moment of gratitude for the leadership that shaped the fair’s enduring character.

Over a quarter of a century, the Colombo International Book Fair (CIBF) has evolved into Sri Lanka’s most anticipated cultural and literary event, drawing passionate readers, seasoned writers, creative illustrators, pioneering publishers, and the general public into a single, vibrant space that celebrates the written word.