Press Invitation: Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award 2026

On Monday, May 25, Canadian picture book artist Jon Klassen will receive the 2026 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award at Konserthuset in Stockholm. The award diploma will be presented by HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden.

Time: Monday, May 25 at 17:45–19 CEST.
Place: Konserthuset, Stockholm

During a grand evening, we celebrate Jon Klassen and his artistry. The host of the evening is Philomène Grandin.

Accreditation

Journalists/photographers who wish to attend need to pre-register no later than 3:00 p.m. on May 24. For accreditation, please contact Communications Officer André Vifot Haas at andre.vifot.haas@alma.se

About Jon Klassen

Jon Klassen is a Canadian illustrator and picture book artist. His breakout book I Want My Hat Back (2011) is a layered, ingeniously told tale of ownership and morality. Klassen's body of work forms a subtle, astute, and humorous investigation into existential questions, where feelings of anticipation, suspense, and shock play a central role. Read more about Jon klassen at alma.se/en

Press contact

André Vifot Haas
andre.vifot.haas@alma.se
+46 (0)76-540 10 33
Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award
Kulturrådet, Box 27215, 102 53 Stockholm

The Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award was created in 2002 by the Swedish government to promote every child’s right to great stories. This global award is given annually to a person or organisation for their outstanding contribution to children’s and young adult literature. With a prize of five million Swedish kronor, it is the largest award of its kind. Administrated by the Swedish Arts Council.

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