SG BOOK STREET 2026 - CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!
Be part of SG Book Street 2026, a new book fair bringing books, programmes and activities to the public at VivoCity.
Organised by the Singapore Book Publishers Association, with Singapore Book Council as the programme partner, SG Book Street will run from 2 to 8 November 2026 at the VivoCity Open Atrium.
Set in a busy mall environment, the fair aims to create an accessible and welcoming experience for the general public, including families and visitors who may not usually attend a book fair.
Singapore Book Council has been supporting Singapore’s literary arts for more than 50 years through festivals, awards, workshops and programmes focused on areas such as reading, writing, storytelling, illustration and translation.
Event Details
Dates: 2–8 November 2026
Venue: Volunteers should report to VivoCity Level 1 Central Atrium Main Entrance, in front of the escalator facing H&M. Briefing arrangements are still being firmed up and can be updated closer to the date.
Highlights
▪️ Be part of a new public book fair in Singapore
▪️ Welcome and guide visitors in a lively mall setting
▪️ Support programmes and drop-in activities throughout the fair
▪️ Gain hands-on experience supporting a public literary event
▪️ Meet members of the public, families and fellow book lovers
▪️ Help create a warm and welcoming experience around books and reading
SG Book Street Event Volunteer
Who Should Attend
- Volunteers who enjoy interacting with members of the public
- Individuals interested in books, reading, literature or community events
- Volunteers who are friendly, approachable and willing to help
- Those comfortable supporting activities in a busy public event setting
- Volunteers interested in gaining hands-on event experience
Responsibilities
- Welcome and greet visitors to SG Book Street
- Guide visitors to activities, programmes and different areas of the fair
- Support drop-in activities at the activity hubs
- Assist with queue management and crowd flow during busier periods
- Provide simple on-site event support where needed
- Help visitors with basic event enquiries and direct them to the appropriate team member when required
- Support the Singapore Book Council team with general event operations
- Follow instructions provided by staff and the event team during each shift
Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 years old and above
- Event execution and management skills preferred but not necessary
- No language requirements — all languages welcome!
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Singapore Book Council
Singapore Book Council (SBC) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting reading, writing, and literary culture in Singapore. Through programmes, workshops, festivals, and outreach initiatives, SBC supports local writers, nurtures young readers, and strengthens the appreciation of literature across diverse communities.
As a community partner, SBC contributes to social impact by using storytelling and literacy as tools for engagement, inclusion, and education. Their initiatives often reach underserved groups, fostering lifelong learning, creativity, and meaningful community connections.
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