The Lahore Literary Festival (LLF), South Asia’s foremost cultural event, returns to Asia Society New York on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. This prestigious gathering will showcase the rich tapestry of contemporary Pakistan through the lenses of art, literature, science, history, and politics.
LLF 2025 promises American audiences an insightful exploration of Pakistan’s diverse narratives, featuring distinguished speakers including Manan Ahmed, Iftikhar Dadi, Qudsia Rahim, Vishakha Desai, Mumtaz Mustafa, Mishal Husain, Nusrat Durrani, and Ustad Naseeruddin Saami among others. The festival highlights both fiction and nonfiction writing, providing a platform for critical discourse on pressing global issues.
A special poetry session will showcase the talent of Pakistan Youth Poet Laureates Mashallah Saif and Aiman Tahir Khan, offering a glimpse into the vibrant literary landscape of Pakistan’s emerging voices.
The evening culminates with a mesmerizing qawwali and khayaal concert by the renowned Saami Brothers Qawwal, promising an enchanting finale to a day of intellectual and artistic exploration.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Venue: Asia Society New York, 725 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021
