Canberra Writers Festival

Founded in 2016, the Canberra Writers Festival is a much-loved celebration of books, ideas and storytelling, bringing writers and thinkers together with audiences from Canberra and beyond.

At its heart, the Canberra Writers Festival celebrates great writing and creates a place for diverse authors, thinkers and readers to come together, share ideas and be part of the conversation.

The theme for 2026 is: For the Love of Books.

Join us at this years Canberra Writers Festival for a lively program featuring author talks, panel discussions, book launches, masterclasses and performances. This year's program also offers an impressive author lineup including Siang Lu, Dr Debra Adelaide, Majeda Awawdeh and more!

Secure your tickets here, bookings are essential.