The Norwegian Literature Festival, the largest literary festival in the Nordic region, offers a diverse program for readers of all ages. Lillehammer, a UNESCO Creative City since 2017, hosts the festival, becoming a UNESCO Literature City along with 27 other cities worldwide. In late May, Lillehammer comes alive with authors and literature, promising impactful words and experiences that stimulate thought. The festival caters to schoolchildren, families, students, and a mature, culturally interested audience, featuring author meetings, readings, debates, lectures, awards ceremonies, performances, exhibitions, seminars, quizzes, and other festivities. Additionally, the festival serves as Norway’s premier industry gathering for authors, translators, critics, publishers, and librarians.