Publishers Bookfair
Bringing together publishers and editors with authors and readers.
Medieval Craft Fair and Second-Hand & Antiquarian Bookfair
Promote your historically-inspired designs, rare and second-hand books to medievalists.
Advertising & Sponsorship
Promote your brand to a large, knowledgeable audience.
Exhibiting and Advertising at the IMC
The 30th International Medieval Congress will take place from 3-6 July 2023 at the University of Leeds.
After two years as a virtual event, IMC 2022 returned to the University of Leeds Campus in a hybrid format. Over 2,400 attendees from 60 different countries registered with 80% of these attending in person. Now in its 30th Year, IMC 2023 will take place in the University of Leeds campus, whilst retaining an option for virtual attendance for those unable to travel.
This year’s Programme features medievalists from 60 countries, with over 2,000 individual papers and 680 academic sessions and a range of concerts, performances, round tables, excursions, the bookfair, and associated events. We expect to welcome 2,700 attendees to IMC 2023.
The IMC offers a unique opportunity for publishers, booksellers, and other organisations to market to this specialist audience, both at the event itself, through its established and popular Bookfair and receptions, and through the IMC 2023 online event platform, mobile
app, programme, and registration packs.
Bookings for IMC 2023 are now open:
IMC Bookfair & Advertising booking site
Second-Hand and Antiquarian Bookfair booking site
Medieval Craft Fair booking site
Historical and Archaeological Societies Fair Expression of Interest Form
Bookings for virtual only exhibits are NOW OPEN HERE: IMC Bookfair & Advertising booking site
To be kept informed about opportunities at IMC 2023, and future events please email imc@leeds.ac.uk to join our mailing list.
IMC Bookfair
2023 sees the return of the International Medieval Congress Bookfair to the iconic Parkinson Building at the University of Leeds.
View information about the options available for IMC Bookfair exhibitors [PDF]
View Bookfair Guidance Floorplans [PDF]
You can read the IMC 2023 Advertising and Exhibitions Terms and Conditions here [PDF].
Click here to make your booking now.
IMC Virtual Bookfair
Publishers can boost their profile with a detailed ‘virtual booth’ on the IMC online event platform, allowing them to share sample chapters, promotional materials, video content and information, as well as offering a lead capture tool.
Virtual Exhibits may also be booked as a standalone option.
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN! Click here to make your booking now.
View information about the options available for IMC Bookfair exhibitors [PDF]
You can read the IMC 2023 Advertising and Exhibitions Terms and Conditions here [PDF].
Medieval Craft Fair and Making Leeds Medieval
The IMC Medieval Craft Fair is a highlight for delegates at the International Medieval Congress. It is attended by a wide variety of medieval craftspeople and is a great way to promote your historically-inspired designs, rare and second-hand books to our international community of medievalists.
The Medieval Craft Fair at IMC 2023 will take place on Wednesday 5-Thursday 6 July 2023. On Thursday 6 July, traders will be joined by further displays and demonstrations for ‘Making Leeds Medieval’.
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN! Click here to make your booking now.
View information about the Medieval Craft Fair and Making Leeds Medieval [PDF].
You can read the Medieval Craft Fair and Making Leeds Medieval Terms and Conditions here [PDF].
Historical and Archaeological Societies Fair
We are delighted to announce the return of the Historical and Archaeological Societies Fair at IMC 2023. Taking place in the Leeds University Union Foyer on Thursday 06 July 10:30-18:00, this fair will bring together societies working to preserve the heritage of Leeds, Yorkshire and the UK as part of our Making Leeds Medieval celebrations.
View Information about the Historical and Archaeological Societies Fair [PDF]
Apply for an exhibit: Complete the Expression of Interest Form [PDF]
Second-Hand and Antiquarian Book Fair
The Second Hand & Antiquarian Bookfair at IMC 2023 will take place from Sunday 2 July – Tuesday 04 July 2023 in the vibrant Leeds University Union Foyer, a central location for much of the IMC 2023 social programme.
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN! Click here to make your booking now.
View information about the Second-Hand & Antiquarian Bookfair [PDF].
You can read the IMC 2023 Second-Hand & Antiquarian Bookfair Terms and Conditions here [PDF].
Sponsorships and Advertising
Advertising with the IMC offers access to a large specialist audience, through the IMC programme book or inserts in IMC registration packs. We also offer bespoke sponsorship opportunities to promote your brand to our delegates.
View information about the advertising and sponsorship options available for IMC 2023 [PDF].
You can read the IMC 2023 Advertising and Exhibitions Terms and Conditions here [PDF].
Click here to make your booking now.
If you have any queries regarding exhibition opportunities at IMC 2023, please contact imc@leeds.ac.uk.